Whitewood, SD

Quick City Facts

County: Lawrence
Population (2019): 979
Population (2010): 927

Data provided by US Census Bureau (2019)

Whitewood is a city in Lawrence County, South Dakota, slightly north on the eastern border. The population nears 900, and annual events such as the winter “Parade of Lights” and “Parade of Wreaths” have the community bustling from the volunteer fire department hosting to children voting for their favorite parade entry. Whitewood also holds a Chili Cook-off to warm up those winter months.

Recreation / Community Events

Hale Hall is an excellent facility for any occasion – birthdays, graduations, showers, weddings, anniversaries, family reunions, auctions, craft fairs, etc. There are three local parks located in town.

Contact Information

  • City Hall, 1025 Meade St., Whitewood SD 57793
  • Phone: 605-269-2247

Source: City of Whitewood

Popular Attractions

The Caboose

The Caboose

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Eagle Aviation

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Papa’s Pub & Eatery

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Desperados

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Evans Plunge

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MacKenzie River Pizza, Grill & Pub

MacKenzie River Pizza, Grill & Pub

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Swiftel Center

Swiftel Center

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Holiday Inn Express & Suites

Holiday Inn Express & Suites

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Dells Theatre

Dells Theatre

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Legends Steakhouse

Legends Steakhouse

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Danger von Dempsey’s Pizzeria & Brewhäus

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Lintz Bros. Pizza

Lintz Bros. Pizza

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Dignity: Of Earth & Sky

Dignity: Of Earth & Sky

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Founding Fathers Black Hills at Independence Hall

Founding Fathers Black Hills at Independence Hall

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Outlaw Square

Outlaw Square

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The Sled Haus

The Sled Haus

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Mad Mountain Adventures

Mad Mountain Adventures

Lead

Mount Rushmore Tours & Fort Hays Chuckwagon

Mount Rushmore Tours & Fort Hays Chuckwagon

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