We started day 6 at Chamberlain, SD. 130 miles West (1.5 hours) we left I90 at exit 131 for the Badlands Loop. The Badlands of South Dakota are a remarkable geological feature that impresses and befuddles. They are a mix of grass prairie and spectacular erosion, pictures just can't do them justice. We travelled through formation after formation and each seemed more impressive than the last. The loop takes a couple of hours and if you are ever in this part of the country, don't miss it.
When you exit the loop, you are at Wall, SD - home of the world famous Wall Drug Store. Free Ice Water and 5 cent coffee signs beckon you for 500 miles across the prairie and Wall Drugs promises to deliver anything and everything (for a price). This store takes up an entire city block - it will take a couple of hours just to make a quick pass through the myriad of departments. Allow plenty of time for this store and the dozens of wannabees that surround it.
On to our motel in Custer and then to the Mt. Rushmore sculptures. Everyone has seen pictures - you've got to see it in person and experience the nighttime program to appreciate it. A moving performance.
Crashed at the motel around 11 (We're on mountain time now.) More on day 7.
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