The Great American West

Discover the Great American West

In the northern part of the USA lies a region that’s truly magical, packed with epic vistas and stunning natural beauty. The states of Idaho, North Dakota, South Dakota and Wyoming offer awe-inspiring outdoor adventure, opportunities to encounter majestic wildlife and experience the breathtaking beauty of 15 national parks, monuments and memorials.

Discover The Great American West Attractions

Yellowstone National Park

Established in 1872, Yellowstone National Park is America's first national park, located in Wyoming and Idaho. It features iconic sites like Old Faithful, the Grand Canyon of Yellowstone, and a vast wilderness of 2.2 million acres. Open year-round, Yellowstone is home to diverse wildlife including bears, wolves, buffalo, elk, and eagles. Its trails lead to secluded areas inaccessible by vehicles, offering a chance to experience the park’s natural beauty firsthand. Seeing Yellowstone's famous landmarks in person is an awe-inspiring experience.

Mount Rushmore National Memorial

The majestic 60-foot (18 m) faces of four U.S. presidents gaze out over South Dakota’s Black Hills. Recognized worldwide, Mount Rushmore National Memorial, stands as a symbol of American democracy. Majestic figures of George Washington, Thomas Jefferson, Theodore Roosevelt and Abraham Lincoln, surrounded by the beauty of the Black Hills of South Dakota, tell the story of the birth, growth, development and preservation of this country. From the history of the first inhabitants to the diversity of America today, Mount Rushmore brings visitors face to face with the rich heritage we all share. This national treasure represents critical times in American history.

Wild Horse Trail

Idaho has 31 scenic byways stretching over 2,400 miles of desert, forest, mountainous highways and country roads. With historical trails, access to remote outdoor adventures and the beauty of a diverse natural landscape, every byway and back country road tells its own story. Take in the views of northern lakes and mountains on the Lake Coeur d’Alene Scenic Byway, see the deepest river gorge and ancient petroglyphs on the Hells Canyon Scenic Byway, travel on the Sacajawea Historic Byway with the spirit of Sacajawea and the Lewis & Clark Expedition or descend into southern Idaho on the City of Rocks Back Country Byway to visit the mountain climbing and hiking playground.

UTTCH Powwow

The word powwow is a noun an Eastern Algonquian language used to describe a gathering of Native people; however, in Indian Country, the event is defined as a cultural celebration that features group singing and dancing by men, women, and children. Cultural traditions such as values and spirituality are passed from generation to generation during these social gatherings. The Powwow is held annually in the Lone Star Arena at United Tribes Technical College in Bismarck, North Dakota and has become one of the premier cultural events of North Dakota. Representing over 70 tribes, featuring over 1500 dancers and drummers, and drawing over 20,000 spectators the Powwow has become a must-see event!

Custer State Park

Custer State Park in the beautiful Black Hills of western South Dakota is full of lush forests, quiet and serene meadows, and majestic mountains. This 71,000-acre state park is also home to one of the world’s largest publicly-owned bison herds, nearly 1,300 strong. Watch cowboys and cowgirls as they roundup and drive the herd of approximately 1,300 buffalo. Not only is the roundup a spectacular sight to see, it is also a critical management tool in maintaining a strong and healthy herd. The annual roundup, held on a Monday in late September or early October, is open to the public.

Devils Tower National Monument

Devils Tower National Monument, which looms more than 1,200 feet above Wyoming’s eastern plains and the Belle Fourche River, is a one-of-a-kind natural wonder. The flat-topped volcanic formation is found amid some of the state’s most beautiful country, leaving you plenty to do after you behold its otherworldly presence. In 1906, Teddy Roosevelt named the tower the United States’ first national monument. It had a starring role in Steven Spielberg’s sci-fi classic “Close Encounters of the Third Kind.” Also known as Bears Lodge, the tower is considered a sacred worship site by many Native Americans who leave colourful prayer cloths tied to trees near its base (please don’t disturb them).