From mountain biking and rock climbing to nature photography and golfing, there are dozens of ways to experience the beauty of the Black Hills.

What do you get when you combine the natural wonder of the Black Hills with Rapid City's great convention venues? The perfect professional meeting or group reunion.

Use these maps, mileage charts and driving directions to plan your next getaway to Rapid City and the Black Hills, home to Mount Rushmore National Memorial.

The Central States Fair, held annually in Rapid City, South Dakota, is sure to hold up this expectation for family excitement.
Showcasing a slew of country music superstars, exciting events, and many things to do and see, this South Dakota fair celebrates the American tradition of family entertainment to its fullest. Take a truck and tractor pull, demolition derby, the PRCA rodeo, carnival, pig wrestling, livestock, crafts and good food - mix them all together, then throw in an indomitable country music line-up, and you're well on your way to describing this neo-traditional fair. For more information please visit www.centralstatesfair.com

Experience SUMMER NIGHTS on 7th St. each Thursday throughout the summer. Live music, great food and displays by regional artisans will fill your senses. Every Thursday, 5:30 pm-8:30 pm. www.rapidcitysummernights.com

In 1990,."Sue," the most complete Tyrannosaurus rex fossil ever found, was unearthed 13 miles north of Faith. Now, Sue is returning to her hometown. The Field Museum of Chicago's interactive "A T. rex Named Sue," traveling exhibit – with a 42-foot plaster replica of Sue -- will be on display at the Faith Community Center from May 10 to Sept. 1. For more information, contact the Faith Chamber at 605-967-2001.