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The Dakotas Off the Beaten Path, 7th (Off the Beaten Path Series)

The Dakotas Off the Beaten Path, 7th (Off the Beaten Path Series)
By Robin McMacken

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The Dakotas have been known to cast a spell on locals and visitors alike. Discover the magic of the Dakotas at an outdoor bandshell concert, with a visit to a museum dedicated to woodcarving, or by stopping at a showplace for Arabian horses.

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  • Amazon Sales Rank: #446949 in Books
  • Published on: 2008-06-17
  • Original language: English
  • Number of items: 1
  • Binding: Paperback
  • 224 pages

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Review

"Spiced with anecdotes, both personal and historical, that convey [the author's] deep connection to an area of the country that is truly 'off the beaten path.'"
--The Bloomsbury Review

From the Back Cover

Tired of the same old tourist traps? Take the road less traveled and discover the hidden attractions, unique finds, and unusual locales other guidebooks just don't offer. Off the Beaten Path® features the things you'd want to see—if only you knew about them! From the best in local dining to quirky cultural tidbits, you'll say over and over again: “I didn't know that!”
 
Whether you're a visitor or a local looking for something different, let Dakotas Off the Beaten Path show you the Peace Garden (North Dakota) and the Mount Rushmore State (South Dakota) you never knew existed. In South Dakota, visit Devil’s Gulch––the chasm that the infamous Jesse James leapt across on horseback––or take a drive through the Badlands Loop for a unique perspective of the wildlife of Badland National Park. In North Dakota, take the kids to the Dakota Dinosaur Museum to see fossils actually found in the state or visit the rare albino buffalo at the National Buffalo Museum in Jamestown. If you've "been there, done that" one too many times, get off the main road and venture Off the Beaten Path.

About the Author

Robin McMacken, an award-winning writer from South Dakota, has been writing about the Dakotas for more than 15 years. Her articles have appeared in regional magazines and newspapers and national travel books. She has worked as a writer at the Los Angeles Times and now freelances for the paper.

Customer Reviews

Dakota tips4
Great source for additional possibilities when visiting the magical Dakotas. However, restaurants and lodging lean heavily to those who have plenty of money in their purse/wallet. For most of us, I would research these areas further. But it is outstanding for many possibilities to make a wonderful trip even better. Just don't expect it to cover much roadfood, wacky attractions or budget motels. VERY worthwhile still.

Seeing the Dakotas2
Off the Beaten Path-rather a so-so account of "what to see/do" in the Dakotas. I personally like the Moon Travel Series better as the format is easier to read and more consistent.