Three Forks, South Dakota facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Three Forks, South Dakota
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 Three Forks, South Dakota
Location in South Dakota
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| Country | United States |
| State | South Dakota |
| County | Pennington |
| Time zone | UTC-7 (MST) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-6 (MDT) |
| Area code(s) | 605 |
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| Roads at junction: |
 US 16 &  US 385 |
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| Maintained by: | South Dakota Department of Transportation |
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Three Forks is a small place in Pennington County, South Dakota, United States. It is called an "unincorporated community" because it doesn't have its own local government like a city or town.
Three Forks is located where two major roads meet: U.S. Route 16 and U.S. Route 385. It's just north of Hill City and sits along a stream called Spring Creek.
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What You Can Find in Three Forks
Three Forks has a few businesses that serve both locals and visitors.
Year-Round Services
- A small general store where you can buy things and get fuel for your car. This store is open all year.
Seasonal Fun
Other businesses are open only during certain times of the year, usually when the weather is warm.
- A campground where people can stay in tents or RVs.
- A motel for travelers needing a place to sleep.
- A miniature golf course for some fun.
- An ice-cream stand, perfect for a treat on a hot day.
Special Events
Three Forks is a busy place during certain events.
- An annual Octoberfest event is held at the campground.
- The area gets very crowded in August during the Sturgis Motorcycle Rally. Many motorcyclists visit the Black Hills then.
In recent years, more and more homes have been built in the Three Forks area. This has made its population grow.
Roads Leading From Three Forks
Three Forks is a key spot for travelers in the Black Hills. From here, you can easily reach many other places.
- East on US 16: This road takes you to the Keystone Wye and then to Rapid City.
- North on US 385: Head this way to get to Sheridan Lake, Lead, and Deadwood.
- South on US 16 and US 385: These two roads run together for a bit. They will lead you to Hill City and Custer.
Three Forks is also one of the places in the Black Hills where signs point the way to Mount Rushmore National Memorial. This makes it a helpful stop for tourists.
