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Deadwood (Lakota: Owáyasuta; [8] [failed verification] "To approve or confirm things") is a city that serves as county seat of Lawrence County, South Dakota, United States. It was named by early settlers after the dead trees found in its gulch. [9]
History of the Real Deadwood, South Dakota. The discovery of gold in the southern Black Hills in 1874 set off one of the great gold rushes in America. In 1876, miners moved into the northern Black Hills.
Deadwood, city, seat (1877) of Lawrence county, western South Dakota, U.S. Located just northeast of Lead and about 40 miles (65 km) northwest of Rapid City, Deadwood lies in a canyon formed by Whitewood Creek in the northern Black Hills, more than 4,530 feet (1,380 metres) above sea level.
- The Editors of Encyclopaedia Britannica
Walk in the footsteps of historic Old West legends in the 1870s gold rush town of Deadwood. This iconic South Dakota town is a mecca of history and entertainment.
Deadwood is Discovered. Gold is found in the northern Black Hills. Miners stake their claims and set up camp in a gulch full of dead trees and the town of Deadwood is born. Thousands of miners make their way to the area in search of their own fortune.
There’s no better way to celebrate than to experience the actual Deadwood in western South Dakota. And, don't forget to order your Vacation Guide to discover even more South Dakota adventures. To enter city limits is to be transported back in time. Walk the streets that began as muddy roads.
Deadwood, South Dakota, is more than just a stop on your travels; it's a destination that promises adventure, intrigue, and relaxation. With its unique blend of history, nature, and entertainment, Deadwood beckons travelers to step into a world where the legends of the Wild West come alive.
