Plan Your Visit


A visit to the park provides an opportunity to explore the Minuteman II system's role as a nuclear deterrent during the Cold War and visit sites rarely seen by civilians while in use, but that nevertheless loomed large on the geo-political landscape. Those with a special interest in the Cold War or nuclear weapons could spend a half day or more at Minuteman Missile National Historic Site. The park consists of three sites along a fifteen mile stretch of Interstate 90 in western South Dakota: the Visitor Center, Launch Control Facility Delta-01 and the Delta-09 Missile Silo. To get the latest on park conditions and operations, please visit our Current Conditions page. How To Find Us Like the missile field itself, the park is hidden in plain sight immediately adjacent Interstate 90. Find the best directions here. Begin at the Visitor Center The Visitor Center provides the ideal place to start your visit and learn more about the Cold War and the nuclear arms race. Beneath The Plains "Beneath The Plains: The Minuteman Missile On Alert" is a 30-minute park film that introduces visitors to the story of the Minuteman Missile Visit a Nuclear Missile at Delta-09 The Delta-09 missile silo allows a rare opportunity to view a nuclear missile once on constant alert during the Cold War. Visit Delta-01 Walk to the gate of the facility that once controlled ten nuclear missiles the ten missile of Delta Flight. Virtual Park Brochure A story map adaption of the park brochure helps to orient your visit. Be a Junior Ranger The Junior Ranger Program is a great way for children, as well as their parents, to experience the park and learn more about the site. Pets in the Park Find out where you can take your pet during your visit. Accessibility Built to fight a nuclear war, Delta-01 and Delta-09 both pose unique challenges for access. Find out what accommodation are available. Trip Ideas Depending on the amount of time available, visitors can take in one or more sites in the park. Safety Learn how to keep yourself safe during your visit.