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When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Renting a car

Spearfish travel guide

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You're Going to Love Spearfish

With a population of 10,494, Spearfish is a must-see destination in South Dakota, United States. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. Spearfish deserves at least 2 full days for you to see its main sights.

Where to Eat in Spearfish

If you’re looking for affordable options, Nonnas Kitchen (544 N Main St) and Meander (19343 Shortgrass Lane, Spearfish, SD) are great picks.

When to visit Spearfish

Spearfish in November
Estimated hotel price
$97
1 night at 3-star hotel
Spearfish in November
Estimated hotel price
$97
1 night at 3-star hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to Spearfish in July, when the average temperature is 71.6 °F, and the highest can go up to 86 °F. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as 14 °F, with an average temperature of 24.8 °F. You’re likely to see more rain in June, when precipitation is around 3.8″. In contrast, January is usually the driest month of the year in Spearfish, with an average rainfall of 0.6″.

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How to Get to Spearfish

Plane

Although Spearfish doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Rapid City (RAP), which is located 50 miles from Spearfish. Rapid City is the most popular, with regular flights from Emirates, Air New Zealand, United Airlines and other airlines departing from the United States. The shortest domestic flight to Spearfish departs from Las Vegas and takes around 2h 15m.

Plane

Although Spearfish doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Rapid City (RAP), which is located 50 miles from Spearfish. Rapid City is the most popular, with regular flights from Emirates, Air New Zealand, United Airlines and other airlines departing from the United States. The shortest domestic flight to Spearfish departs from Las Vegas and takes around 2h 15m.

Airports near Spearfish

RAPRapid City
GCCGillette Campbell County

Airlines serving Spearfish

KLM
Good (1,334 reviews)
Delta
Excellent (7,934 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,446 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (8,696 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,215 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,563 reviews)
Korean Air
Excellent (1,066 reviews)
Aeromexico
Good (1,698 reviews)
Copa Airlines
Good (1,414 reviews)
American Airlines
Good (11,163 reviews)
Sun Country Air
Good (346 reviews)
Virgin Atlantic
Good (642 reviews)
Air New Zealand
Excellent (472 reviews)
Allegiant Air
Good (734 reviews)
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Where to stay in Spearfish

If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Hampton Inn Spearfish and Best Western Black Hills Lodge.

Where to stay in popular areas of Spearfish

Most booked hotels in Spearfish

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Spearfish Canyon Lodge
3 stars
Excellent (8.9, 655 reviews)
$127+
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Fairfield Inn and Suites by Marriott Spearfish
2 stars
Excellent (8.3, 169 reviews)
$99+
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Days Inn by Wyndham Spearfish
2 stars
Excellent (8.2, 577 reviews)
$73+
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Super 8 by Wyndham Spearfish
2 stars
Good (7.7, 372 reviews)
$67+
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Travelodge by Wyndham Spearfish
2 stars
Good (7.6, 721 reviews)
$59+
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Baymont by Wyndham Spearfish
2 stars
Okay (4.3, 378 reviews)
$74+
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Renting a car in Spearfish

Expect to pay $3.41 per gallon in Spearfish (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $40.88 and $54.51.

Expect to pay $3.41 per gallon in Spearfish (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $40.88 and $54.51.

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