Where is Hot Springs, South Dakota, USA?

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Where is Hot Springs Located? - Hot Springs is a city located in the Fall River[4] County of South Dakota, United States. Hot Springs lies between 45.5558837 Degrees North latitudes and 122.8368308 Degrees West longitudes.

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Where is Hot Springs, South Dakota

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Where is Hot Springs?: The Google Map showing the location of Hot Springs in the U.S. state of South Dakota.

Where is Hot Springs Located?

Hot Springs is a city located in the Fall River County of South Dakota, United States. Hot Springs lies between 45.5558837 Degrees North latitudes and 122.8368308 Degrees West longitudes. According to 2020 U.S.census, the population of Hot Springs city is 3395 people and the city has a total area of 4.34 sq mi. The city has numerous parks and recreational facilities.

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Hot Springs, South Dakota Quick Facts

Property Information
CityHot Springs
CountyFall River County
StateSouth Dakota
State CapitalPierre
US RegionMidwestern United States
Latitude43.4316° N
Longitude103.4744° W
Elevation3,413 ft (1,040 m)
Land Area3.55 sq mi
Water Area0.02 sq mi
Total Area3.57 sq mi
Population (latest Census year)3,395 (2020 Census)
Population DensityApproximately 956 per sq mi
ZIP Codes57747
Area Code605
Time Zone StandardMountain Standard Time (MST, UTC−7)
Time Zone DaylightMountain Daylight Time (MDT, UTC−6)
CurrencyUS Dollar (USD)
FIPS Code46-30780
Congressional DistrictSouth Dakota At-large Congressional District

Nearby Cities to Hot Springs, South Dakota

  • Custer, South Dakota - North - 33 mi
  • Edgemont, South Dakota - South - 28 mi
  • Hermosa, South Dakota - North - 48 mi
  • Rapid City, South Dakota - North - 57 mi
  • Hill City, South Dakota - North - 49 mi
  • Chadron, Nebraska - South - 57 mi
  • Newcastle, Wyoming - West - 54 mi
  • Spearfish, South Dakota - Northwest - 102 mi
  • Scottsbluff, Nebraska - South - 93 mi
  • Gillette, Wyoming - Northwest - 150 mi

Driving Distances from Hot Springs, South Dakota

City State Distance (mi) Approx. Drive Time
EdgemontSouth Dakota2830 minutes
CusterSouth Dakota3340 minutes
HermosaSouth Dakota4855 minutes
Hill CitySouth Dakota491 hour
NewcastleWyoming541 hour
Rapid CitySouth Dakota571 hour 5 minutes
ChadronNebraska571 hour 10 minutes
ScottsbluffNebraska931 hour 45 minutes
SpearfishSouth Dakota1021 hour 50 minutes
GilletteWyoming1502 hours 45 minutes

Transportation and Connectivity in Hot Springs, South Dakota

Transportation Details
Airport NameHot Springs Municipal Airport
IATA CodeHSR
PortNot Applicable
Major HighwaysUS Highway 18, US Highway 385, South Dakota Highway 79 (nearby)
Train/Amtrak ServiceNo passenger rail service; nearest Amtrak station in Fort Morgan, Colorado
Local Bus/Transit ServiceCommunity transit and regional transportation services
  • US Highway 18 connects Hot Springs with Edgemont, Custer, and communities across southern South Dakota.
  • US Highway 385 is a scenic Black Hills route linking the city with Custer, Deadwood, and Nebraska.
  • South Dakota Highway 79 provides convenient access to Rapid City and Interstate 90.
  • Hot Springs Municipal Airport supports general aviation and business aircraft operations.
  • Regional highways make it easy to reach Black Hills attractions, Wind Cave National Park, and neighboring Wyoming and Nebraska.

What are top Places to Visit in Hot Springs, South Dakota

Landmark Name Type
Mammoth SitePaleontological Museum
Wind Cave National ParkNational Park
Evans Plunge Mineral SpringsHot Springs Resort
Fall River Freedom TrailWalking Trail
Pioneer MuseumHistory Museum
Cascade FallsNatural Attraction
Angostura Recreation AreaState Recreation Area
Cold Brook LakeRecreation Area
Black Hills Wild Horse SanctuaryWildlife Sanctuary
Wind Cave Visitor CenterVisitor Center

Colleges and Universities in Hot Springs, South Dakota

Institution Name Type Level Notable For
Oglala Lakota College – Fall River College CenterPublicCommunity CollegeTribal education and community programs
Western Dakota Technical CollegePublicTechnical CollegeCareer and skilled trades education
South Dakota School of Mines & TechnologyPublicUniversityEngineering, geology, and applied sciences
Black Hills State UniversityPublicUniversityEducation, business, and liberal arts
Hot Springs School District 23-2PublicK–12 DistrictPrimary and secondary public education

Waterbodies in Hot Springs, South Dakota

Fall River, Cold Brook Lake, Angostura Reservoir, Beaver Creek, Cascade Creek, Horsehead Creek, Battle Creek, Cheyenne River

Golf Courses in Hot Springs, South Dakota

Southern Hills Golf Course, Rocky Knolls Golf Course, Hart Ranch Golf Club, Custer Beacon Hill Golf Course, Elks Golf Course

Hot Springs, South Dakota — Key Historical Facts

  • Hot Springs was founded in the late nineteenth century after settlers recognized the area's warm mineral springs and their recreational and therapeutic value.
  • The city became an important health resort destination, attracting visitors seeking mineral baths and the region's mild year-round spring-fed waters.
  • The discovery of Ice Age mammoth fossils in 1974 led to the creation of The Mammoth Site, one of the world's most significant paleontological research locations.
  • Its location near Wind Cave National Park and the Black Hills helped establish Hot Springs as a gateway for tourism and outdoor recreation.
  • Today, Hot Springs is known for its natural warm springs, rich fossil discoveries, historic sandstone buildings, and easy access to the Black Hills region.

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