Community
The Good Life
Watch these videos to gain a deeper understanding of what makes Belle Fourche the amazing community it is.
About the town
With a welcoming population of 5,855, Belle Fourche offers a safe, family-friendly environment rooted in strong values and excellent education. Located at the crossroads of major highways and railways, it’s a hub of regional agriculture, energy, and economic activity. From healthcare and schools to entertainment and outdoor recreation, everything you need is right here. Belle Fourche combines small-town charm with big opportunities — making it the perfect place to call home.
School District
Go Broncs! The Belle Fourche School District (hotlink) is committed to inspiring lifelong learners through innovative education and strong community values.
- North Park Elementary welcomes our youngest learners in kindergarten.
- South Park Elementary serves students in grades 1–4.
- Belle Fourche Middle School guides students through grades 5–8.
- Belle Fourche High School prepares students in grades 9–12 for success beyond graduation.
Western Heritage
Belle Fourche proudly celebrates its deep western heritage, from its founding in the late 1800s to its legacy as one of the West’s most vital livestock railheads. Known for its historic wool warehouses—still among the largest in the nation—and its role as a trading hub for the Tri-State agricultural region, Belle Fourche remains a center for ranching, livestock auctions, and bentonite mining. Each July 4th, the city hosts the iconic Black Hills Roundup Rodeo, one of South Dakota’s oldest and most beloved rodeos, drawing thousands to honor the cowboy spirit.
Recreation
Belle Fourche, South Dakota is known for being the geographic “Center of the Nation” for the 50 United States. Located on the northern edge of the Black Hills, it is a recreational haven filled with natural beauty and laced by rivers that anchor themselves in western South Dakota’s largest reservoir.
Activities for the family:
- Belle Fourche Public Library
- Belle Fourche Golf Course
- Sports Complex- includes 6 baseball/softball Diamonds & 4 soccer fields
- 11 Public Parks
- Herman Park- Playground, Picnic Shelters, Sand Volleyball, River Walk, Band Shell
- Highland Park- Playground, Tennis & Basketball Courts, Picnic Shelter, Sand Volleyball, Skate Park
- Jones Park- Playground, Tennis & Basketball Courts, Picnic Shelters, Splash Pad
- Thomas C. Gay Park- Playground, Pickleball Courts, Picnic Shelter
- Weyler Park- Dog Park, Riverwalk
- Roundup Grounds Complex- Playground, Picnic Shelter, Riverwalk
- Visitor Center: Center of the Nation Park- flag monument, disk golf,
- Eagle Park- Picnic Shelter
- Robb Park, Rail Park, Arnold Park, Centennial Park- Sitting Areas
- Belle Fourche Rec Center
- Indoor Swimming Pool
- Gym
- Basketball Courts
- Racquetball Courts
- 560 Seat Theater
- Belle Fourche Reservoir & Orman Dam
- 16 Protestant Congregations
- 1 Catholic Congregation
About the Region
Belle Fourche is located in the beautiful Rushmore Region, which is made of up 6 counties that work together to increase economic development opportunities in the region.
Centrally located to service the Bakken, Green River and Niobrara:
Dickinson, ND 200 miles North. Williston, ND 286 miles North. Billings, MT 260 miles Northwest. Gillette, WY 100 miles West. Casper, Wy 230 miles Southwest. Cheyenne, WY 300 miles South. Denver, 400 miles South.
Geographic Advantages
- Located equal distance from the Bakken and Niobrara.
New Business Needed
In Belle Fourche, SD we have an established group of retail businesses, however if you are looking to expand your business or relocate to our area the following retail businesses are needed:
- Family Restaurants
- Locksmith
- Appliance Repair Center
- Medical Doctors – All practices
- Healthcare related businesses
- Tech Training
- Hotels
This institution is an equal opportunity provider and employer.
If you wish to file a Civil Rights program complaint of discrimination, complete the USDA Program Discrimination Complaint Form (PDF), found online at http://www.ascr.usda.gov/complaint_filing_cust.html, or at any USDA office, or call (866) 632-9992 to request the form. You may also write a letter containing all of the information requested in the form. Send your completed complaint form or letter to us by mail at U.S. Department of Agriculture, Director, Office of Adjudication, 1400 Independence Avenue, S.W., Washington, D.C. 20250-9410, by fax (202) 690-7442 or email at program.intake@usda.gov.
This institution is an equal opportunity provider and employer.