Deadwood Golf Trip Planning Guide
Deadwood is the ultimate TDF sleeper — a historic Wild West gambling town in the Black Hills with surprisingly solid golf, casino nightlife that runs til 2am, and a price point that makes the whole trip absurdly affordable. We tested it in 2025 and the boys couldn't stop talking about it. ATVs, casinos, steaks, and golf for half the price of Colorado.
Quick Facts
Summer, Fall
RAP (55 min drive)
$39–$110
$250/night
3 of 4
~$292/person
Sample 3-Day Itinerary
Here's a realistic 3-day itinerary for a group golf trip to Deadwood. Every venue below is real and pulled from our curated database — no filler.
Day 1
The Golf Club at Devils Tower — mountain, $65–$110 · 4.5★
Upscale Black Hills championship layout through ponderosa pines with dramatic elevation changes — the premium round option
Deadwood Legends Steakhouse — steakhouse, $$$ · 4.4★
Prime steaks in the Franklin Hotel; old-school steakhouse with big group capacity and a historic setting
Saloon #10 — saloon · Open late
Where Wild Bill Hickok was shot; sawdust floors, live reenactments, and the most famous bar in the Dakotas
Day 2
Tomahawk Country Club — mountain, $40–$70 · 4.3★
Well-kept 18 in Lead with Black Hills pines, creek crossings, and gorgeous canyon views — the best full-length option near Deadwood
Black Hills ATV Tours — half day, $75–$150/pp
Rip through the Black Hills on ATVs with canyon views and old mining trails; the boys' favorite activity from the 2025 trip
Mustang Sally's — bbq, $$ · 4.3★
Solid BBQ and big portions in a fun saloon atmosphere; great for groups that want meat and beer
Mustang Sally's Bar — dive · Open late
Rowdy dive bar with live music, cheap drinks, and a packed dance floor on weekends
Day 3
Hart Ranch Golf Course — parkland, $39–$59 · 4.3★
Best full 18 in the area; well-maintained Rapid City course with a links feel on the back nine
Casino Crawl on Main Street — 2-3 hours, $0–$100/pp
Walk Main Street and hit 20+ casinos; low-stakes blackjack, poker, and slots everywhere
The Deadwood Social Club — italian, $$$ · 4.5★
Upscale Italian above the historic Saloon #10; surprisingly excellent pasta and wine in the Wild West
Cadillac Jack's Casino & Bar — casino bar · Open late
The biggest casino in Deadwood with slots, table games, and a sports bar; easy to lose a whole night here
Course-by-Course Guide
Deadwood has 4 courses worth playing. 3 are walkable if you want to save on cart fees.
Where to Stay
Deadwood has 2 group-friendly lodging options in our database, starting at $250/night for the whole house. Several options include hot tubs — a non-negotiable for most groups.
$400–$1200 /night
Deadwood Gulch / Upper Main Street
$250–$800 /night
Lead / Terry Peak area
Group Dining Guide
4 restaurants vetted for group golf trips. Several can handle large parties without a reservation headache.
Deadwood Legends Steakhouse
$$$Prime steaks in the Franklin Hotel; old-school steakhouse with big group capacity and a historic setting
Mustang Sally's
$$Solid BBQ and big portions in a fun saloon atmosphere; great for groups that want meat and beer
The Deadwood Social Club
$$$Upscale Italian above the historic Saloon #10; surprisingly excellent pasta and wine in the Wild West
Cheyenne Crossing
$$Legendary Black Hills stop for Indian tacos, burgers, and pie in Spearfish Canyon; worth the drive
Nightlife
4 bars curated for groups. 4 stay open past midnight.
Saloon #10
Late nightWhere Wild Bill Hickok was shot; sawdust floors, live reenactments, and the most famous bar in the Dakotas
Mustang Sally's Bar
Late nightRowdy dive bar with live music, cheap drinks, and a packed dance floor on weekends
Cadillac Jack's Casino & Bar
Late nightThe biggest casino in Deadwood with slots, table games, and a sports bar; easy to lose a whole night here
Tin Lizzie Gaming Resort Bar
Late nightCasino bar with sports betting, cocktails, and a more upscale vibe than the Main Street dives
Activities Beyond Golf
5 off-course activities for rest days or afternoons.
Black Hills ATV Tours
Rip through the Black Hills on ATVs with canyon views and old mining trails; the boys' favorite activity from the 2025 trip
Casino Crawl on Main Street
Walk Main Street and hit 20+ casinos; low-stakes blackjack, poker, and slots everywhere
Mount Rushmore & Crazy Horse Tour
Both monuments are within 30-45 min; combine for a half-day of Black Hills sightseeing
Mickelson Trail Mountain Biking
109-mile converted railroad trail through tunnels and trestles; rent bikes and ride the best sections
Broken Boot Gold Mine Tour
Quick underground mine tour in Deadwood; fun history and a chance to pan for gold
Getting There
Fly into Rapid City Regional Airport (RAP) — it's a 55-minute drive to Deadwood. For groups of 8+, consider booking a shuttle or party bus from the airport (local providers include Deadwood Trolley and Black Hills Transportation). Renting two SUVs usually works for groups of 4-8.