Oglala Lakota County, County in the United States of America
Oglala Lakota County, formerly Shannon County, is situated within the Pine Ridge Indian Reservation.
This county was renamed in 2015 to honor the Oglala Sioux tribe.
The county's population is predominantly Native American, with the Oglala Sioux Tribe being the majority.
Tourists can explore Badlands National Park which partially lies in Oglala Lakota County.
It is the only county in South Dakota that does not have its own county seat.
Location: South Dakota
Inception: January 1875
Capital city: Hot Springs
Population: 13672
Website: oglalalakota.sdcounties.org
Sources: Wikimedia, OpenStreetMap
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Oglala Lakota County, formerly Shannon County, is situated within the Pine Ridge Indian Reservation.
The Wounded Knee Battlefield marks a tragic conflict between the U.S. Army and Lakota Sioux.
The Badlands Bombing Range was used by the military for bombing practice.
Camp Sheridan was a notable military installation.
Saddle Pass Trailhead serves as a starting point for breathtaking hikes in Jackson County.
