Minuteman Missile National Historic Site (U.S. National Park Service)

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Ace In The Hole

Here you will find remnants of the Cold War, including an underground launch control center and a missile silo. Minuteman missiles held the destructive power to destroy civilization as we know it. Yet the same destructive force acted as a deterrent which kept the peace for three decades. Minuteman Missile makes it possible to revisit a time when the threat of nuclear war haunted the world.

Ranger guided tour of Launch Control Center Delta-01

Summer Reservations 2008

It's never to early to start making plans for a summer vacation. The 2008 summer season will soon be right around the corner. With this in mind, make sure to remember that Minuteman Missile will begin taking summer reservations on Monday, April 7th at 8:00 a.m. Hope to hear from you then!

Take A Top Secret Tour This Winter!

Minuteman Missile has now started its winter tour season. Starting December 1st, a 10 a.m. tour will be offered. Tours are limited to six individuals, Monday through Friday. Reservations are recommended and can be made by calling the Minuteman Missile headquarters office at 605-433-5552 between 8 A.M. and 4:30 P.M. MST, Monday - Friday.

		Volunteer To Help Make History! Minuteman Missile is looking for a few good volunteers to become part of another chapter in the site's history. If you have experience working in the missile fields or just an engaging interest in the Cold War, please call or e-mail us today. For further details contact Park Rangers Pam Griswold or Chris Wilkinson at (605)433-5552.

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21280 SD Hwy 240
Philip, SD 57567

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Headquarters
(605) 433-5552

Fax

(605) 433-5558

Climate

The Great Plains of Western South Dakota are a land of extremes. Expect hot, dry summers with little rain. Winters can range from comparatively mild with sunny days to frigid temperatures and high winds. Fall and spring bring moderate temperatures.