Minuteman Missile National Historic Site
Overview
Minuteman Missile National Historic Site is managed by National Park Service and is located near Wall, South Dakota. During the Cold War, a vast arsenal of nuclear missiles were placed in the Great Plains. Hidden in plain sight, for thirty years 1,000 missiles were kept on constant alert; hundreds remain today. The Minuteman Missile remains an iconic weapon in the American nuclear arsenal. It holds the power to destroy civilization, but is meant as a nuclear deterrent to maintain peace and prevent war.
Things to Do at Minuteman Missile National Historic Site
Tours & Tickets
Experience guided tours, tickets, and special programs. Advance reservations recommended.
Plan Your Visit
Reservation Tips
Minuteman Missile National Historic Site is a popular destination. Check individual facility pages for specific booking windows and availability.
Getting There
Minuteman Missile National Historic Site is located at three sites along a fifteen mile stretch of Interstate 90 in western South Dakota. The Visitor Center is located immediately north of I-90, exit 131. The two historic sites which make up the park are four miles (Launch Control Facility Delta-01) and 15 miles (Launch Facility Delta-09) from the Visitor Center. No public transportation systems serve the park.
GPS Coordinates: 43.89558013000000, -102.02721310000000
Contact & Resources
Phone: (605) 433-5552
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