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Planning a trip? Studying Old West history? Looking for lodging and restaurants? Then you need the Official Guide to Deadwood.
Welcome to Historic Deadwood
In 1876, the gold camp of Deadwood in Dakota Territory was a rough and tumble gambling town where Wild West legends were made. Today, the entire Black Hills’ town is a National Historic Landmark and is still known for its wild ways. From our gold rush history to our 80 historic gaming halls, Deadwood is the ideal place to release your inner outlaw.
History Our history is as rich and diverse as the miners, pioneers and fortune seekers that came here over a century ago. Walk in the footsteps of legends—like Wild Bill Hickok, Calamity Jane and Seth Bullock—as you discover Deadwood’s Wild West ways.
Celebrate 20 Years of Gaming In 1989 the voters of South Dakota legalized gaming in Historic Deadwood, touching off a rush of fortune seekers just like in the days of the 1876. Come celebrate this historic event at our week-long 20th Anniversary Celebration.
Deadwood Lodging and Casinos
Deadwood hotels offer everything from high-roller luxury suites to affordable family and historic hideaways. Deadwood’s 80 historic gaming halls are full of the latest slot machines, Black Jack, poker and Texas Hold’em tables—all with $100 bet limits. If you’re looking for some fine food and hot nightlife, you’ll find that here too. Come to Deadwood and discover a wilder side of the west.