Motels & Resorts in Lead, South Dakota

Nestled in the sprawling pine forest of the Black Hills of South Dakota, Lead provides abundant scenic views and outdoor adventure. Situated on the steep mountain slopes, just three miles from the Old West gambling town of Deadwood, Lead is surrounded by opportunities for mountain biking, hiking, rock climbing, hunting, fishing, and skiing. Lead's resorts beckon lovers of the great outdoors.

Spearfish Canyon Lodge

Emulating the home style lodges of the Old West, Spearfish Canyon Lodge is a comfortable jumping off point for year-round activities. Decorated with log walls and art inspired by the outdoors, the lodge has 54 luxury rooms and suites with king or queen-size beds, an outdoor hot tub, free Wi-Fi, and an on-site restaurant with views of Spearfish Canyon. For those feeling especially affectionate, the lodge is well-known for picturesque weddings.

Spearfish Canyon Lodge
10619 Roughlock Falls Rd.
Lead, SD 57754
605-584-3435
877-975-6343
www.spfcanyon.com

Golden Hills Resort & Convention Center

Named for the town's rich gold mining past, Golden Hills Resort & Convention Center sits at the top of Lead's Main Street, a straight shot from the lively casinos of Deadwood. The hotel has up to 100 rooms available, including four executive suites, and several convention rooms for business meetings, reunions, or wedding receptions. Guests enjoy free passes to the YMCA next door, which is connected to the hotel by underground tunnel where the large pool, hot tub, gym, and racquetball courts are found.

Golden Hills Resort & Convention Center
900 Miners Ave.
Lead, SD 57754
888-465-3080
605-584-1800
http://www.blackhillsportal.com/dbs/goldenhillsresort/

Ponderosa Motor Lodge

The Ponderosa Motor Lodge, on the highway between Lead and Deadwood, boasts picnic patios that are ideal for cookouts, reunions, and weddings. With 20 different units ranging from a one room cabin to a three bedroom cabin with a living room and two small kitchens, the Ponderosa has options for all budgets. Cabins have microwaves, fridges, and coffee. Inside the facility, Wi-Fi access is available. A public computer is available if required.

Ponderosa Motor Lodge
705 Glendale Drive
Lead, South Dakota 57754
605-584-3321
888-483-9047

Terry Peak Lodge

The Terry Peak Lodge is synonymous with winter sports. Located just west of Lead, the lodge sits almost on the footsteps of the Dear Mountain Ski Area--considered the best skiing in the region. Divided into individually-decorated condos with fully-equipped kitchenettes, rental rates include cable and wireless Internet and vary by season. Guests will enjoy an indoor heated pool, sauna, hot tub, spacious sun deck, game room, and scenic views.

Terry Peak Lodge
HCR 37 Box 917
Lead, SD 57754
605-584-2723
888-584-2723
www.terrypeaklodge.com

Article Written By Skyler Springsteen

Skyler Springsteen began writing for websites such as eHow and Trails Travel while living in Peru in 2009. She is a 2008 summa cum laude graduate of the University of Wyoming, where she studied journalism and Spanish. She recently began a Master of Philosophy program in historical studies at the University of Cambridge.

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