The world-famous Sturgis Motorcycle Rally attracts hundreds of thousands of motorcycle enthusiasts annually to the Black Hills region. Some riders come for camaraderie, some for the spectacle. Most are here to feel the freedom of the open road. The rumble of their hogs and the breeze in their faces. They’re chasing the zen-like tranquility of cruising through pine forests and prairies. And they catch it in and around the Black Hills.

The Black Hills National Forest is approximately 110 miles long and 70 miles wide. As gigantic as that is, during the Rally and the weeks leading up to it, parts of the Hills’ 1.2 million acres become downright crowded. Traffic in and around the City of Sturgis gets congested sometimes. That makes sense; it is the home of the Rally, after all. That’s where the party is. But that doesn’t mean you have to stay there. If big crowds aren’t your thing (and whose thing are they?), Weston County is a welcome option.

About an hour from Sturgis, Weston County is located on the northeastern edge of Wyoming. It’s known as the quietest part of the Black Hills. Here, you’ll enjoy all the scenic beauty and natural wonders of the Hills. But when you’re ready to cool off after a fantastic yet long day of riding, you can relax away from the crowds and the noise. Enjoy a delicious meal. Imbibe some refreshing drinks. Stay at any of our comfortable lodgings. And wake up recharged and ready to do it all again!

Sure, the Rally is an exciting week of summer, but the Black Hills, with all its opportunities for fun, are here to enjoy any time. Make Weston County the base camp for your motorcycling adventure. It grants you equal access to attractions to the north (towards Sturgis, Deadwood, and Devils Tower) – or to the south (towards Mount Rushmore, Crazy Horse, and Custer State Park). It’s truly the best of both worlds!