South Dakota: Settlements

You will come across some really wonderful settlements in the Mount Rushmore State. In today's blog, we would like to show you some of them as our map designers are preparing these smaller towns for the upcoming South Dakota DLC for American Truck Simulator.

Belle Fourche

This town of just about 5,000 inhabitants is located on the western border of the state, near both Montana and Wyoming, and not too far from North Dakota, which makes it a regional trade center for people from these surrounding states. It holds the distinction of being the center of the nation because when Hawaii was admitted to the Union in 1959, its landmass – added to the landmass of the continental U.S. – shifted the geographic center approximately 20 miles north of Belle Fourche.

Faith

This town is located in the northwest of South Dakota, just on the border of the Cheyenne River Reservation. Truckers passing through this rural settlement will be able to spot a local church, a fossil museum, or a metal dinosaur statue, all currently being recreated as landmarks by our asset and map designers.

Huron

Nestled in east-central South Dakota within the Glacial Lakes and Prairies Region, Huron sits along the scenic James River, an area rich in natural history. Travelers passing through will also find the town's famous landmark - the World's Largest Pheasant statue.

Interior

With fewer than 70 residents, Interior may be one of South Dakota's tiniest towns, but it shouldn't be overlooked. Established in the 1880s, it's the oldest community in the Badlands and serves as a gateway to the sweeping, rugged beauty of Badlands National Park.

Murdo

Situated just off I-90, east of Interior, Murdo embodies the spirit of the Wild West through its cowboy-themed events and historic attractions. The town is also home to a remarkable museum featuring more than 200 classic cars - and we paid tribute to that heritage with our own recreation of one of the town's landmarks: a distinctive green vintage automobile.

Timber Lake

Timber Lake sits along the Native American Scenic Byway, a route that showcases sweeping views of the Missouri River and the region's untamed, rugged landscapes. It is also nestled along the bank of the beautiful Timber Lake, so keep your eyes peeled for some scenic surroundings when you are driving in those parts!

White River

Located south of Murdo along U.S. Route 83, White River is a small community of just over 500 residents. Named after the nearby Little White River, the town is a gateway to outdoor adventure, offering excellent fishing and hunting opportunities, along with a strong cowboy culture that's celebrated through local traditions and events.

Valentine

Although Valentine is already a city in our Nebraska DLC, its location near the northern border makes it a natural fit for expansion. With the South Dakota DLC, we're extending the city further north to include several notable landmarks. This approach - expanding border towns when introducing a new map DLC - is a common practice that helps create a more seamless and immersive experience.

And that's all for today! If we got you excited about this map expansion, make sure to add the South Dakota DLC to your Steam wishlist! 

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