Dig In
Three days, four regions, fifteen stops. From small-town diners to craft breweries, distilleries, and roadside food trailers, Dig In is built for travelers who eat their way through a place. Meet the makers, taste the region, and let your appetite set the route.
Day 1: Kneehill County to Drumheller
1
High Seas Coffee
Linden
Start your morning off with a delicious snack and something to drink at High Seas Coffee. They roast their own coffee in-house and bake fresh pastries daily, including cinnamon rolls, almond croissants, and maple twists.
2
Red Bird Diner
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
Delidais Estate Winery and Fruit Orchard – DNA Gardens
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
Berta Burritos
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.
5
Valley Brewing
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.
Day 2: Drumheller and Wayne to Rosebud
1
Drum Distilling Co.
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
Last Chance Saloon
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 Mercantile
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
Rose Cottage Coffee Company
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 Farmers' Market
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
Piston Broke Brewing
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. Bring everyone along as the brewery is family and dog friendly!
4
The Steaming Cup
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
HomeTime Bar-B-Que & Bakery
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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