Where is Rosebud, South Dakota, USA?

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Where is Rosebud Located? - Rosebud is a city located in the Falls County of South Dakota, United States. Rosebud lies between 45.5299324 Degrees North latitudes and 122.399317 Degrees West longitudes.

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Where is Rosebud, South Dakota

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

Where is Rosebud Located?

Rosebud is a city located in the Falls County of South Dakota, United States. Rosebud lies between 45.5299324 Degrees North latitudes and 122.399317 Degrees West longitudes. According to 2020 U.S.census, the population of Rosebud city is 1455 people and the city has a total area of 12.96 sq mi. The city has numerous parks and recreational facilities.

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Rosebud, South Dakota Quick Facts

AttributeDetails
CityRosebud
CountyTodd County
StateSouth Dakota
State CapitalPierre
US RegionMidwest
Latitude43.2347° N
Longitude100.8526° W
Elevation2,490 ft (759 m)
Land Area1.15 sq mi
Water Area0.00 sq mi
Total Area1.15 sq mi
Population (2020 Census)1,249
Population Density1,086 per sq mi
ZIP Codes57570
Area Code605
Time Zone StandardCentral Standard Time (CST), UTC−6
Time Zone DaylightCentral Daylight Time (CDT), UTC−5
CurrencyUnited States Dollar (USD)
FIPS Code46-55460
Congressional DistrictSouth Dakota At-Large Congressional District

Transportation and Connectivity in Rosebud, South Dakota

Transportation TypeDetails
Airport NameRosebud Sioux Tribe Airport / Pierre Regional Airport
IATA CodeNot assigned / PIR
PortNo major port; inland community
Major HighwaysU.S. Highway 18, South Dakota Highway 63
Train/Amtrak ServiceNo direct passenger rail service
Local Bus/Transit ServiceRegional transportation services available
  • U.S. Highway 18: Main regional highway connecting Rosebud with communities across southern South Dakota.
  • South Dakota Highway 63: Provides north-south access through the Rosebud area and surrounding reservations lands.
  • Regional Roads: Support connections between Rosebud, tribal communities, and nearby towns.

Top Places to Visit in Rosebud, South Dakota

Landmark NameType
Rosebud Sioux Tribe Cultural SitesCultural Attraction
Rosebud ReservationHistoric and Cultural Area
Sinte Gleska UniversityEducational Landmark
St. Francis Indian MissionHistoric Religious Site
Rosebud Community ParkCommunity Recreation Area
Mission, South Dakota Historic AreaNearby Historic Area
Badlands National ParkNational Park (Regional Attraction)
Fort Niobrara National Wildlife RefugeWildlife Area
Niobrara River AreaNatural Recreation Area
Pine Ridge Scenic AreasNatural Attraction

Driving Distances from Rosebud, South Dakota to Nearby Cities

CityStateDistance (mi)Approx. Drive Time
MissionSouth Dakota8 mi15 minutes
WinnerSouth Dakota55 mi1 hour
ValentineNebraska65 mi1 hour 15 minutes
ChamberlainSouth Dakota115 mi2 hours
PierreSouth Dakota150 mi2 hours 30 minutes
Rapid CitySouth Dakota250 mi4 hours
Sioux FallsSouth Dakota250 mi4 hours
OmahaNebraska320 mi5 hours
DenverColorado430 mi7 hours
BismarckNorth Dakota360 mi6 hours

Colleges and Universities Near Rosebud, South Dakota

Institution NameTypeLevelNotable For
Sinte Gleska UniversityTribal UniversityUniversityNative American education, Lakota studies, education, and community programs
Oglala Lakota CollegeTribal CollegeCollegeNative American studies, education, and workforce programs
South Dakota State UniversityPublicUniversityAgriculture, engineering, health sciences, and research
University of South DakotaPublicUniversityLaw, medicine, business, and liberal arts programs
Todd County School DistrictPublicK–12 DistrictPrimary and secondary education

Waterbodies Near Rosebud, South Dakota

Little White River, Keya Paha River, White River, Mission Creek, and nearby waterways of Todd County and the Rosebud Indian Reservation.

Golf Courses Near Rosebud

Rosebud Golf Course, Winner Country Club, Prairie Hills Golf Course, and other community golf facilities in south-central South Dakota.

Rosebud, South Dakota — Key Historical Facts

  • Rosebud is located within the historic lands of the Rosebud Indian Reservation, home of the Sicangu Lakota people.
  • The community developed as an important center for government, education, and services in Todd County.
  • Sinte Gleska University was established in 1971 and became an important institution for Lakota culture and higher education.
  • The Rosebud area has strong cultural connections to Lakota traditions, language, and history.
  • The community continues to serve as a regional center for tribal programs, education, healthcare, and local services.

Stadiums and Sports Facilities Near Rosebud

Facility NameTypeLocation
Sinte Gleska University Athletic FacilitiesCollege Sports FacilityMission, South Dakota
St. Francis Indian School Athletic FacilitiesSchool Sports FacilitySt. Francis, South Dakota
Todd County High School Athletic ComplexHigh School Sports FacilityMission, South Dakota
Winner High School Sports ComplexHigh School Sports FacilityWinner, South Dakota
South Dakota State University Dana J. Dykhouse StadiumCollege Football StadiumBrookings, South Dakota

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