Igloo
801 Bunkers
State: South Dakota
County: Fall River County
Founded: 1942
Abandoned: 1967
Peak Population: 6,000
Igloo was a WWII ammunition depot that housed 6,000 workers and soldiers. After the war, it became a storage depot. The 801 'igloo' shaped bunkers that gave it its name still dot the landscape. Complete streets remain.
Plan Your Visit
Best Time: Year-round
Difficulty: Easy
Time Needed: 1-2 hours
Quick Facts
- 801 bunkers
- WWII ammo depot
- 6,000 residents
Location
Address: Igloo, SD
Coordinates: 43.3833, -103.8333