Oglala Lakota County Map, South Dakota
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Oglala Lakota County, South Dakota
The Badlands paint an otherworldly picture in Oglala Lakota County. You can find Badlands National Park stretching in the north region of this county.
This place is steeped in history. The Oglala Lakota people call it home. Pine Ridge Indian Reservation covers much of the county. Tourism brings in some income as visitors come to see the rugged beauty.
Poverty is a big issue here but so is resilience. The people are strong and they’re proud of their heritage. Previously known as Shannon County, Oglala Lakota County is in southwestern South Dakota bordering Nebraska.
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| County Name | Oglala Lakota County |
| County Seat | No official county seat |
| Population | Approximately 15,000 |
| Cities, Towns, and Communities | Pine Ridge, Kyle, Wounded Knee, Manderson, Porcupine |
| Interstates and Highways | U.S. Highway 18, State Highway 27 |
| FIPS Code | 46-102 |
| Total Area (Land and Water) | 2,097 square miles (2,094 sq mi land, 3 sq mi water) |
| Adjacent Counties (and Direction) | Pennington County (North), Jackson County (Northeast), Bennett County (East), Sheridan County, Nebraska (South), Dawes County, Nebraska (Southwest), Fall River County (West), Custer County (Northwest) |
| Time Zone | Mountain Time Zone (MST) |
| State | South Dakota |
| Coordinates | 43°18’N, 102°33’W |
| Etymology | Named after the Oglala Lakota, a Native American tribe |
| Major Landmarks | Pine Ridge Indian Reservation, Wounded Knee Museum, Badlands National Park |
| Website | Oglala Lakota County Website |
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