Deadwood
Wild Bill's Town
State: South Dakota
County: Lawrence County
Founded: 1876
Abandoned: Never fully
Peak Population: 25,000
Deadwood was the Wild West's wildest town - Wild Bill Hickok was shot here while playing poker. It nearly died but gambling legalization revived it.
Plan Your Visit
Best Time: Year-round
Difficulty: Easy
Time Needed: Full day
Quick Facts
- Wild Bill murdered here
- Gambling saved the town
- From 25,000 to 1,300
Location
Address: Deadwood, South Dakota
Coordinates: 44.3767, -103.7297