Proposed $40M western theme park could energize Deadwood and Black Hills economy [View all]

DEADWOOD | Labeled a potential “game-changer” for this Northern Hills tourist town, a proposed $40 million western-style theme park could attract thousands of new visitors to the Black Hills and give them a reason to stay even longer, project backers say.

According to preliminary plans, put forward by a group investors with possible guidance from industry experts, the proposed “Gold Nugget Theme Park” attraction would be a multi-use theme park and historical venue that could open in 2019 and be located off U.S. Highway 85 near The Lodge at Deadwood, or at a tract of open land in Whitewood Canyon.

Deadwood Mayor Chuck Turbiville said Friday he was excited to learn more about the project at an upcoming public meeting set for July 18 in Deadwood.

“This could be a major game-changer for not only Deadwood, but for the entire Northern Hills,” Turbiville said.

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