Top 3 Selfie Spots in Sturgis

If you are headed to Sturgis, SD for the annual motorcycle rally or for any of the other events hosted by this small community you will no doubt be taking many photographs while you are there. There are many options to share the experience of your trip, but frequent visitors know what the most iconic and recognizable photos are. We have narrowed it down to the top three “must do” Sturgis photo opportunities.

 

Welcome to Sturgis Sign

3. Official Sturgis Signs

On Lazelle Street (just east of I-90 exit 30), is a Welcome to Sturgis sign in the Sturgis Coffee Company parking lot. It is the perfect spot to snap a photo on your way toward any downtown festivities. The black and orange hues of the sign contrast the often clear azure skies of South Dakota. If you happen to come into Sturgis via Junction Ave (exit 32 off of I-90), there is another welcome sign, just like its partner across town. It is located on the north-east corner of Junction Ave and Anna Street, across from the Best Western Sturgis Inn.

 

Sturgis sign on Sly Hill north of downtown Sturgis, South Dakota

2. Sly Hill

Visible from anywhere in downtown Sturgis, north of Bear Butte Creek, the Sturgis Community Center, and Sturgis RV Park, the giant Sturgis sign on Sly Hill is redolent of a sign you might see in Hollywood. The concrete letters simply spelling out the word “Sturgis” leave no question you are in the City of Riders. Be sure to snap a few selfies with the easily seen letters in the background, and send it to your jealous friends who didn’t make the trip.

 

Bob Davis and his assistant Jake West taking the official 2015 Rally Main Street photo

1. Main Street

As you wander down Main Street in Sturgis, you will quickly find that there are a multitude of opportunities for photos during any of the organized rallies. During the Sturgis Motorcycle Rally colorful characters abound, biker babes and body paint are the normal, and giant food portions are standard. If you are looking for the ultimate selfie, you will want to pay the fee to stand on the towers located on either end of Main Street, giving a bird’s eye view of the hustle and bustle below.

 

You are certain to catch many more photos that reveal the unique playground, that is the Sturgis Motorcycle Rally, or Camaro Rally, or Mustang Rally. But if you really want to make your friends jealous, be sure to catch these three.


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Sturgis Camaro Rally 2017 Schedule

2017 Sturgis Camaro Rally Schedule has been announced!

The first day of the 2017 Camaro Rally is Thursday, June 22 and will include registration at the Iron Horse Saloon, a guided poker run, and be followed by an evening mixer, a pub crawl, and entertainment! Activities for Friday will include a complimentary breakfast for registered attendees at the Knuckle Saloon, a fun run, and drag racing! The events for Saturday, June 24 include a car show and show and shine, main street photo, loud pipes contest, award presentation, and evening entertainment at the Iron Horse Saloon. The final day of the Rally consists of a fun run and a group photo opportunity.

Full Schedule:

Thursday, June 22nd

  • 9:00 am to 5:00 pm – Iron Horse Saloon Registration
  • 10:00 am to 5:00 pm – White’s Queen City Poker Run – Guided Poker Runs leave at 11am and 12pm from Iron Horse Saloon parking lot
  • 6:00 pm – Knuckle Camaro Mixer – Meet & greet, meal, and announcements at The Knuckle Saloon Pavilion
  • 7:30 pm – Pub crawl – Start of Pub Crawl at The Knuckle Saloon
  • 9:00 pm – Entertainment – End of Pub Crawl at The Loud American

Friday, June 23rd

  • 8:00 am – The Knuckle Saloon complimentary breakfast
  • 8:00 am to Noon – Iron Horse Saloon Registration
  • 9:00 am to 10:30 am – KEVN Black Hills Fox Veterans Show – Ft. Meade Veterans Hospital
  • 10:30 am to 5:00 pm – White’s Queen City Fun Run – Guided Fun Run will leave at 10:30am from Ft. Meade Veterans Hospital
  • 9:00 am to 5:00 pm – RainGear Wiper Systems Autocross – Buffalo Chip
  • 5:00 pm to 9:00 pm – Dale’s Tire & KEVN Black Hills Fox Drag Race – Sturgis Dragway, Time Trials followed by Eliminations
  • 6:00 pm – Camaro Rally Slot Tournament – Mineral Palace – Deadwood, SD – Happy Hour with slot tournament to follow

Saturday, June 24th

  • 8:00 am to 11:00 am – Iron Horse Saloon Registration
  • 8:00 am to 11:00 am – Show Line-Up at Lynn’s Dakotamart Parking Lot
  • 8:00 am to 11:00 am – Parking and Photo – Main Street
  • 11:00 am to 2:30 pm – Loud American Show & Shine
  • 1:15 pm – Main Street Group Photo
  • 2:30 pm – Loud Pipes Contest as exiting for parade in front of Loud American
  • 3:30 pm – KSKY & ESPN-Rapid, Cruise to Whitewood
  • 5:00 pm – Happy Hour – Iron Horse Saloon
  • 6:00 pm – Dinner Iron Horse Saloon
  • 7:00 pm – Iron Horse Saloon Camaro Rally Awards Banquet
  • 9:30 pm – Entertainment to follow – Iron Horse Saloon

Sunday, June 25th

  • 8:30 am – White’s Queen City Fun Run
  • 10:30 am – Group Photo opportunity

All times and events are subject to change

 

See more on the Sturgis Camaro Rally website .

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Sturgis Camaro Rally 2016 Schedule

2016 Sturgis Camaro Rally Schedule has been announced!

The first day of the 2016 Camaro Rally is Thursday, June 23 and will include registration at the Easyriders Saloon, a guided poker run, and be followed by an evening mixer, a pub crawl, and entertainment! Fridays activities will include a complimentary breakfast for registered attendees at the Knuckle Saloon, a fun run, autocross, and drag racing. The events for Saturday, June 25 include a car show and show and shine, main street photo, loud pipes contest, and evening entertainment at the Easyriders Saloon. The final day of the Rally consists of a fun run and a photo opportunity at the Crazy Horse Memorial.

See the full schedule on the Sturgis Camaro Rally website.

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