Pennington County Map, South Dakota
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Pennington County, South Dakota
The Black Hills dominate the western landscape of Pennington County. Bustling Rapid City serves as the county seat, while vast prairies stretch to the east.
Mount Rushmore brings in tourists by the millions each year. But there’s more to see. Badlands National Park offers otherworldly vistas.
The county’s history runs deep. Native American culture thrives here. People who love the outdoors flock to the area for hiking, camping, and rock climbing. Summers are mild and perfect for exploring. Winter? Well, let’s not talk about that.
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| County Name | Pennington County |
| County Seat | Rapid City |
| Population | Approximately 120,000 |
| Cities, Towns, and Communities | Rapid City, Hill City, Keystone, Wall, New Underwood, Box Elder |
| Interstates and Highways | Interstate 90, U.S. Highway 16, U.S. Highway 385 |
| FIPS Code | 46-103 |
| Total Area (Land and Water) | 2,784 square miles (2,776 sq mi land, 8 sq mi water) |
| Adjacent Counties (and Direction) | Meade County (North), Ziebach County (Northeast), Haakon County (Northeast), Jackson County (Southeast), Oglala Lakota County (South), Custer County (Southwest), Weston County, Wyoming (West), Lawrence County (Northwest) |
| Time Zone | Mountain Time Zone (MST) |
| State | South Dakota |
| Coordinates | 44°01’N, 103°40’W |
| Etymology | Named after John L. Pennington, the second governor of Dakota Territory |
| Major Landmarks | Mount Rushmore National Memorial, Badlands National Park, Black Hills National Forest, Custer State Park |
| Website | Pennington County Website |
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