Dig In
Three days. Four regions. Fifteen stops. From small-town diners and family kitchens to craft breweries, distilleries, and roadside food trailers, the Dig In itinerary is built for travelers who eat their way through a region. Meet the makers, taste the place, and let your appetite chart the route. Pack a stretchy waistband.
Day 1: Kneehill County to Drumheller
1
Three Hills
Start your morning at the Three Hills Farmers Market, where local farmers, bakers, and artisans gather with fresh produce, prairie honey, baked goods, and handmade gifts. It's the perfect place to grab snacks for the road and meet the people making food in this corner of the Badlands.
2
Trochu
Continue south to Trochu and settle in for lunch at the Red Bird Diner. This classic prairie roadside spot serves hearty comfort food, friendly service, and the kind of bottomless coffee that road trips were made for.
3
Elnora
Spend the afternoon at Delidais Estate Winery, one of the more unexpected food destinations in the Badlands. Sample fruit wines made with locally grown produce, wander the orchard, and pick your own fruit in season at DNA Gardens.
4
Drumheller
Close out Day 1 with a pint at Valley Brewing, Drumheller's hometown craft brewery. Grab a flight to taste their rotating small-batch beers, or take a four-pack back to your stay for the night.
5
Drumheller
Roll into Drumheller for an early dinner at Berta Burritos, the family-run food trailer serving authentic Latin American street food. Burritos, tacos, tostadas, and nachos are all home-cooked and made fresh to order. Check their socials to confirm hours and trailer location before you go.
Day 2: Drumheller and Wayne to Rosebud
1
Drumheller
Head to Drum Distilling Co. for a mid-morning look behind the scenes at one of the Badlands' only craft distilleries. Sample small-batch spirits made with local ingredients, and grab a bottle to take home as a Badlands keepsake.
2
Drumheller
Take the scenic drive through Wayne's iconic eleven bridges to reach the Last Chance Saloon. Tucked into the historic Rosedeer Hotel, this spot has been serving food and drinks since 1913. Order the BBQ, soak up the old-west atmosphere, and wander the walls of historic photos before you leave.
3
Rosebud
Cross over to Rosebud for dinner at the Rosebud Mercantile. Prairie classics and home-style cooking served in a warm, welcoming dining room. Pair it with a show at the Rosebud Theatre if the timing lines up.
Day 3: Rosebud to Brooks
1
Rosebud
Start Day 3 with a coffee at the Rose Cottage Coffee Company before the drive east. House-crafted coffee and fresh baked goods to ease into the morning. Grab a pastry for the road.
2
Brooks
Roll into Brooks late morning and head straight for the Brooks Farmers' Market. Local growers, bakers, and food makers showcase the best of what the region produces. Check ahead for market days, as hours are seasonal.
3
Brooks
Spend the afternoon at Piston Broke Brewing, one of the standout taprooms in the region. Order a flight of small-batch craft beers and settle into the patio if the weather cooperates.
4
Brooks
Reset before dinner with a stop at The Steaming Cup, a beloved local coffee shop with a loyal Brooks following. Strong espresso, cold brews, and something sweet to share.
5
Brooks
Close out your Dig In adventure at HomeTime Bar-B-Que & Bakery, an unbeatable combination of smoked meats and house-made baked goods. The perfect full-circle send-off after three days of eating your way through the Badlands. Don't skip dessert.
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