"There is no timber in this part of the country; but continued prairie on both sides of the river. A person by going to one of the hills may have a view as far as the eye can reach without any obstruction...and enjoy the most delightful prospects." -- Sergeant Gass, Corps of Discovery

Find out more about a special place in South Dakota: Black Hills National Forest Buffalo Gap National Grassland Missouri Wild and Scenic River Fort Pierre National Grassland