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The world’s tallest jackalope in Wall, South Dakota. This colossal creature stands 40 feet tall and is a whimsical blend of a jackrabbit and an antelope. Built in the autumn of 2022, it’s the apex (thus far) of the South Dakota chainsaw-carving skills of Jarrett and Jordan Dahl. These talented artists previously created a 23-foot-tall Bigfoot in Keystone and a 30-foot-tall Smokey Bear in Hill City. But what makes this jackalope truly unique is that it’s not just a sculpture; it’s a building! Inside, you’ll find an internal staircase leading to an outdoor viewing balcony. The big bunny fur is made of barked logs, and the interior features carved Jackalopes, painted murals of Badlands vistas, twisted branch balustrades, and 71 “wood spirits” carved into the support beams and railings. Interestingly, the word “Believe” is prominently carved into the front of the balcony, inviting interpretation. Perhaps it signifies the optimism needed to create a 40-foot-tall Jackalope!