Dakota is derived from the Sioux Indian word for "friend." The area of South Dakota is 77,047 sq mi (199,552 sq km), the State Bird is the ring-necked pheasant, State Flower is the pasqueflower, and the State Tree is the Black Hills spruce.

From annual events to cultural exhibits and demonstrations, the South Valley offers a vibrant tapestry of activities. Just a few miles from the airport, this area is steeped in centuries-old Spanish and Mexican traditions, evident in its adobe homes and thriving farming community.

Within Yellowstone's 2.2 million acres, visitors have unparalleled opportunities to observe wildlife in an intact ecosystem, explore geothermal areas that contain about half the world’s active geysers, and view geologic wonders like the Grand Canyon of the Yellowstone River.

It stars Kevin Costner, Luke Grimes, Kelly Reilly, Wes Bentley, Cole Hauser, Kelsey Asbille, and Gil Birmingham in main roles. The plot follows the conflicts along the shared borders of the Yellowstone Dutton Ranch, the Broken Rock Indian reservation, Yellowstone National Park, and land developers.

Yellowstone follows the Dutton family, led by John Dutton, who controls the largest contiguous ranch in the United States, under constant attack by those it borders - land developers, a native American reservation, and America's first National Park.

Everything you need to plan a Yellowstone vacation - best road trips with stops on the way, activity itineraries and hotel guide.

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