Find Your Favourite South Dakota Casinos and Resorts 2026

South Dakota's casino scene divides neatly into two distinct experiences. In the Black Hills, the historic city of Deadwood packs more than twenty casinos into a single cobblestoned street, all operating within buildings that preserve the town's authentic 1880s gold-rush character. Elsewhere across the state, thirteen tribal casinos operated by nine sovereign nations offer their own take on full Class III gaming, from the Pine Ridge Reservation in the southwest to the north-eastern corner of the state.

Deadwood

• Cadillac Jack's Gaming Resort, Deadwood: The largest gaming resort in Deadwood, with 240 slot machines, 22 table games including a dedicated poker room, and a BetMGM Sportsbook. Three hotels operate on site under the Hilton and Marriott flags, making this the most comprehensive stay-and-play option in the city.
• The Lodge at Deadwood, Deadwood: Home to Deadwood's largest table games area and more than 280 slot machines, with the BetLodge Sportsbook for in-person sports wagering. A full-service resort with complimentary drinks on the gaming floor.
• Deadwood Mountain Grand, Deadwood: Built on the site of the historic Homestake Slime Plant on the hillside above town, with 150 slot machines, 10 live table games, a sportsbook and a 2,500-seat event centre that hosts national touring acts. The 100-room hilltop hotel offers some of the best views in the Black Hills.
• Silverado Franklin Historic Hotel and Gaming Complex, Deadwood: One of the largest gaming footprints in Deadwood at 25,000 square feet, with 360 slot machines and five live table games. The Franklin Hotel portion of the property underwent a significant remodel in 2025.
• Old Style Saloon No. 10, Deadwood: The most historically significant address in South Dakota gaming. Wild Bill Hickok was shot dead at this location in 1876 holding two pairs of black aces and black eights, the hand now known as the Dead Man's Hand. The saloon runs daily with slots, video poker and table games, live music every night, South Dakota's largest whiskey selection, and historical re-enactments of the shooting each summer. Wild Bill and Calamity Jane are both buried at Mount Moriah Cemetery, a short walk away.
• Rocksino by Hard Rock Deadwood, Deadwood: Opened in August 2023, bringing 86 slot machines, the brand's signature Rock Shop, and a menu of classic cocktails and local craft beers to Historic Main Street.
• Gold Dust Casino and Hotel, Deadwood: A centrally located Main Street property with one of the largest gaming floor footprints in Deadwood at 30,000 square feet, offering slots, table games and hotel accommodation.
• First Gold Gaming Resort, Deadwood: A long-established resort just outside the Historic District, open for more than 34 years. Slots, a wide range of classic table games and comfortable hotel accommodation make this a reliable base for a longer stay.

Tribal Casinos

• Royal River Casino and Hotel, Flandreau: The largest tribal casino in South Dakota and the closest major property to Sioux Falls, around 40 miles to the north. Operated by the Flandreau Santee Sioux Tribe, with 400 slot machines, 16 table games, a poker room and two on-site restaurants.
• Dakota Sioux Casino, Watertown: Operated by the Sisseton-Wahpeton Oyate, with 400 slot machines, table games, a poker room and an on-site sportsbook. Located four miles off Interstate 29 in the northeast of the state.
• Dakota Connection Casino, Sisseton: A travel centre and casino operated by the Sisseton-Wahpeton Oyate in the far northeast of the state, with slots and table games.
• Grand River Casino and Resort, Mobridge: Operated by the Standing Rock Sioux Tribe on the Missouri River in north-central South Dakota, with slots, table games and hotel accommodation.
• Lode Star Casino, Fort Thompson: Operated by the Crow Creek Sioux Tribe in central South Dakota, with slots and table games.
• Golden Buffalo Casino and Resort, Lower Brule: Operated by the Lower Brule Sioux Tribe on the Missouri River, with slots, table games and resort accommodation.
• Fort Randall Casino, Pickstown: Operated by the Yankton Sioux Tribe in the south of the state near the Nebraska border, with slots and table games.
• Rosebud Casino, Mission area: Operated by the Rosebud Sioux Tribe near the Nebraska state line. A new gaming compact agreed in 2023 permits the property to operate up to 1,000 slot machines, significantly expanding its offering.
• Turtle Creek Crossing Casino, Mission: A smaller Rosebud Sioux Tribe property offering slots and table games in the south-central part of the state.
• Prairie Wind Casino and Hotel, Pine Ridge: Operated by the Oglala Sioux Tribe on the Pine Ridge Reservation, with slots, table games and hotel accommodation in the southwest of the state.
• East Winds Casino, Martin: A smaller Oglala Sioux Tribe property near the Pine Ridge Reservation offering slots and table games.
• Yankton Sioux Travel Plaza, Lake Andes: A combined travel plaza and casino operated by the Yankton Sioux Tribe in the southeast of the state, with slots and table games.

Deadwood Casinos

Exact slot counts not publicly available for all properties. Figures shown where verified. Poker room availability should be confirmed directly with individual properties before visiting.

Tribal Casinos

Exact slot and table counts not publicly available for all tribal properties. Figures shown where verified. Game availability and hours should be confirmed directly with individual casinos before visiting.

South Dakota draws a clear line between two very different casino experiences. Deadwood is the only city in the state where commercial casino gambling is permitted outside tribal land, and its 20-plus properties operate within a strict architectural framework that preserves the town's 1880s gold-rush character. The tribal casinos, by contrast, are spread across the state under the sovereign jurisdiction of nine Native American nations, each operating under individual tribal-state compacts rather than state law. Both environments offer full Class III gaming with a maximum bet of $1,000, but the atmosphere, scale and setting of each are entirely distinct.

Getting There

Deadwood sits in the Black Hills in the western part of the state, around 60 miles from Mount Rushmore and accessible via Interstate 90 to Rapid City, then north on US Highway 385. The nearest commercial airport is Rapid City Regional. The tribal casinos are spread much more widely, with Royal River Casino in Flandreau the closest option to Sioux Falls for visitors approaching from the east. The Deadwood Trolley runs a shuttle service between all downtown casino properties from 7am to 1am on weekdays and until 3am on weekends, at one dollar per ride, making it straightforward to move between properties without driving.

Arrival and Entry

Casino operators across both Deadwood and tribal properties require guests to be 21 or older to access the gaming floor. Bring valid photo ID. All Deadwood casinos are open 24 hours, and the majority of tribal casinos operate on the same basis. Parking is widely available across Deadwood, with free options on the edges of town and paid parking closer to the main strip.

Slot Machines

Deadwood's licensing structure limits each individual casino licensee to 30 slot machines, though many operators combine multiple licenses under a single roof, so what appears to be one casino may be operating several licenses simultaneously. In practice this means the larger Deadwood properties offer a competitive range of machines despite the technical limit. Among tribal casinos, Royal River and Dakota Sioux both operate 400-machine floors and represent the largest slot offering in the state outside Deadwood.

Table Games

Full table game offerings are available across both Deadwood and the larger tribal properties, including blackjack, craps, roulette and various poker variants. The maximum bet across all licensed properties in South Dakota is $1,000, which applies equally to Deadwood commercial casinos and tribal operations. For the widest table game selection in Deadwood, The Lodge and Cadillac Jack's are the standout options.

Poker Rooms

Deadwood has a genuine poker culture. Cadillac Jack's and the Silverado Franklin both run dedicated poker rooms, and several other Deadwood properties offer poker tables as part of their main floor. Among tribal casinos, Royal River and Dakota Sioux both offer poker. The Dead Man's Hand, the aces-and-eights combination Wild Bill Hickok held when he was shot at Saloon No. 10 in 1876, is part of the fabric of poker history, and playing cards in Deadwood carries a weight of association that few other casino towns can match.

Sports Betting

In-person sports betting is available at several Deadwood properties including Cadillac Jack's, The Lodge, Deadwood Mountain Grand, Gold Dust, Tin Lizzie and others, as well as at a number of tribal casino locations including Dakota Sioux. Statewide online sports betting is not currently available, and efforts to expand beyond retail locations have stalled in the South Dakota legislature. All bets must be placed in person at a licensed location.

Taking a Break

Deadwood earns its keep beyond the casino floor. The town's streets are lined with historic buildings, and the stories attached to them are genuinely compelling. The Adams Museum on Sherman Street covers the full sweep of Black Hills history. Mount Moriah Cemetery, where Wild Bill Hickok and Calamity Jane are buried side by side, is a short walk from the main strip and open daily. Daily reenactments of the Hickok shooting take place at Old Style Saloon No. 10 during summer months. For those staying longer, Mount Rushmore is an hour's drive south, Custer State Park with its roaming bison herds is nearby, and the Badlands are within comfortable day-trip range.

Staying Over

Deadwood has the strongest hotel offering of any casino destination in the state. Cadillac Jack's operates three branded hotels on site, Deadwood Mountain Grand has a 100-room hilltop property, and the Silverado Franklin offers historic accommodation in a building that has been welcoming guests since the 19th century. Among tribal casinos, Royal River, Grand River, Golden Buffalo and Prairie Wind all offer on-site hotel accommodation. For visitors using a South Dakota casino trip as a base for exploring the Black Hills and Badlands, Deadwood places you within easy reach of some of the most spectacular scenery in the Great Plains.

South Dakota's two gaming environments handle responsible gaming differently. Deadwood's commercial casinos are overseen by the South Dakota Commission on Gaming, while tribal casinos operate under individual tribal-state compacts that do not mandate self-exclusion. Provision varies by property, so contact the casino directly if self-exclusion is a priority before your visit.

If gambling stops being enjoyable, support is available. The South Dakota Council on Problem Gambling can be reached on 1-888-781-HELP (1-888-781-4357), and the National Problem Gambling Helpline is available around the clock on 1-800-GAMBLER, with chat support at ncpgambling.org.

Set a budget before you play, take regular breaks and never chase losses. Deadwood's streets, surrounding trails and nearby attractions make stepping away from the floor easy and worthwhile.

Legal Disclaimer

The information on this page is for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal or financial advice. Deadwood's commercial casinos operate under the South Dakota Commission on Gaming at dor.sd.gov/businesses/gaming. Tribal casinos operate under federal Indian gaming law and the sovereign jurisdiction of their respective tribes.

Casino operators set their own entry requirements including minimum age policies. For tax guidance on gambling winnings, consult a qualified tax professional and refer to irs.gov. South Dakota has no state income tax, but federal reporting requirements may apply.

Property details, game availability and hours are subject to change and should be verified directly with individual casinos before your visit. Information on this page is based on publicly available sources and was accurate to the best of our knowledge at time of publication.