South Dakota is a state rich in culture, history, and urban legends, the latter of which go as far back as the 1700s. While some of these legends are just plain silly, other are terrifying enough to haunt your dreams, including these 8 best South Dakota urban legends that will keep you awake at night.
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The Legend of the Gitchi Manitou Murders
Gitchi Manitou is one of the places you always hear about but can never bring yourself to visit, at least not at night. While it is technically located in Iowa, the whispers of legends run rampant through Eastern South Dakota as well. In 1973, four Sioux Falls teens were murdered while camping at Gitchi Manitou. If that isn't enough reason to be wary of hauntings, add to the fact that this park used to be an American Indian burial ground. The park is technically closed after dark, but the brave still visit in hopes to prove the legends true.
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The Legend of the Ghost in the Orpheum Theatre
The Orpheum Theatre in Sioux Falls is said to be haunted by a ghost named Larry. Legend has it that Larry is a man who danced with a woman whose husband was away fighting in a war. When the husband returned, it is said that he killed Larry, thus the ghost of Larry exists in the theatre to this day. Hearing Larry whistling "Twinkle, Twinkle Little Star" is considered a good luck charm on opening night of performances at the theatre (and - apparently - not a reason to completely flip out).
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