Black Hills National Cemetery

Black Hills National Cemetery is a military burial ground in Meade County that serves as the resting place for military veterans and their families. The grounds extend across a large area with uniform white headstones arranged in rows and several monuments honoring different military conflicts.

The cemetery was established in 1948 on the grounds of former Fort Meade, beginning with seven burials of World War II service members that September. Over the following decades, the grounds expanded and memorials were added to commemorate various military conflicts in the nation's history.

The cemetery serves as a place of remembrance where families honor those who served in the armed forces, reflecting how this community keeps their memory alive. The carefully maintained grounds show the ongoing respect for military sacrifice across different generations.

The grounds are open from sunrise to sunset every day, while the administrative building has weekday hours available for inquiries. Visitors should wear sturdy shoes and bring water, as the open landscape offers little shade and weather conditions can be intense.

The cemetery holds the remains of Sergeant Charles Windolph, a Medal of Honor recipient recognized for his actions at Little Big Horn River, among thousands of other burials. This connection to one of America's most honored soldiers adds historical weight to the grounds.

Location: Meade County

Inception: 1948

Accessibility: Wheelchair accessible

Address: 20901 Pleasant Valley Drive

Website: http://cem.va.gov/CEM/cems/nchp/blackhills.asp

GPS coordinates: 44.36950,-103.47600

Latest update: December 8, 2025 20:00