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BLACK HILLS HIKING & BIKING GUIDE TRAILADDICT.COM

15 Spearfish

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Deadwood 3 Lead

Sturgis

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CHEYENNE CROSSING

Piedmont Nemo

Summerset

385

Black Hawk 11

Rapid City PACTOLA RESERVOIR

244

Keystone

CUSTER STATE PARK

CUSTER87 Fairburn Mt Rushmore Brewing Co • 140 Mt. Rushmore 79 Rd MtRushmoreBrewingCompany.com WIND CAVE (605) 673-4200

NATIONAL PARK Bottoms Up Taphouse • 430 Mt Rushmore Rd

DEADWOOD

Sick-N-Twisted Brewery • 692 Main St SickNTwistedBrewery.com (605) 717-6831

Outdoor Seating

16A

Hermosa Entertainment

385

16A

SHERIDAN LAKE

385

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Food/Dining

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Food Trucks

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Sick-N-Twisted Brewery • 23851 US 385 SickNTwistedBrewery.com (605) 574-9300

KADOKA

Badlands Distillery • 425 SD-73.

RAPID CITY

Dakota Point Brewing • 405 Canal St • Ste 1200 DakotaPointBrewing.com (605) 791-2739

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Firehouse Brewing • 610 Main St.

HairyCowBrewing.com (605) 791-1170

IndependentAleHouse.com (605) 718-9492

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Firehouse Wine Cellars • 620 Main St. Hairy Cow Brewing Co • 415 N Ellsworth Rd Independent Ale House • 625 St Joseph St

JR’s Rhodehouse BBQ Pit

7201 Infinity Dr • Summerset JRsBBQPit.com • (605) 787-7070

Valley Taphouse • 3751 Homestead St Facebook.com/Valley-Taphouse

Windsor Block Bar • 627 St Joseph St

WindsorBlockBar.com (605) 791-1801

ZymurcracyBeer.com (605) 791-0411

Zymurcracy Beer Co • 4624 Creek Dr #6

SPEARFISH

Crow Peak Brewing Co • 125 Hwy 14

CrowPeakBrewing.com (605) 717-0006

STURGIS

Sturgis Brewing Co • 610 Anna St

SturgisBrewingCompany.com (605) 720-2337

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Trails at a glance

MILES

76 TRAIL SPEARFISH CANYON, SD 7TH CAVALRY STURGIS, SD BADGER CLARK CUSTER STATE PARK, SD BADLANDS BADLANDS NATL PARK, SD BARNES CANYON CUSTER STATE PARK, SD BEAR BUTTE STURGIS, SD BIG HILL SPEARFISH, SD BIG ROCK PARK CUSTER, SD BISON CUSTER STATE PARK,SD BLACK ELK PEAK HILL CITY, CUSTER, SD BLACKBERRY KEYSTONE, HILL CITY, SD BOLAND RIDGE WIND CAVE NATL PARK,SD BOULDER HILL RAPID CITY, SD BOTANY CANYON SUMMERSET, SD BUZZARD'S ROOST RAPID CITY, SD CANYONS JEWEL CAVE, CUSTER, SD CARSON DRAW SUNDANCE, WY CATHEDRAL SPIRES CUSTER STATE PARK, SD CENTENNIAL BLACK HILLS, SD CLIFF SWALLOW SUNDANCE, WY COLD BROOK CANYON WIND CAVE NATL PARK, SD COMMUNITY CAVES SPEARFISH CANYON,SD COON HOLLOW LOOP RAPID CITY, SD CREEKSIDE CUSTER STATE PARK, SD CROW PEAK SPEARFISH, SD CUSTER PEAK DEADWOOD, SD DEADMAN MOUNTAIN STURGIS, SD DEERFIELD LAKE LOOP HILL CITY, SD DEERFIELD HILL CITY, SD DEVIL'S BATHTUB SPEARFISH CANYON, SD DEVIL’S TOWER TRAILS DEVILS TOWER, WY DUGOUT GULCH BEULAH, WY EAGLE CLIFF LEAD, SD EAST BISON FLATS WIND CAVE NATL PARK, SD ELEVENTH HOUR SPEARFISH CANYON, SD ELK MOUNTAIN WIND CAVE NATL PARK, SD FISH HATCHERY SPEARFISH, SD FLUME RAPID CITY, SD FLYING V NEWCASTLE, WY FRENCH CREEK CUSTER STATE PARK, SD GRACE COOLIDGE CUSTER STATE PARK, SD GRIZZLY BEAR CREEK CUSTER, SD HANSON-LARSEN MEMORIAL RAPID CITY, SD HELL CANYON CUSTER, SD HIGHLAND CREEK WIND CAVE NATL PARK, SD HOMESTAKE LEAD, DEADWOOD, SD HORSETHIEF HILL CITY, SD IRON CREEK (NORTH) SPEARFISH CANYON, SD IRON CREEK (SOUTH) KEYSTONE,SD

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KEYSTONE, SD CUSTER STATE PARK, SD CUSTER STATE PARK, SD CUSTER STATE PARK, SD PIEDMONT, SD SPEARFISH, SD SPEARFISH, SD WIND CAVE NATL PARK, SD HILL CITY, SD CUSTER STATE PARK, SD CUSTER STATE PARK, SD NEWCASTLE, WY BLACK HILLS,SD CUSTER STATE PARK, SD DEADWOOD, SD DEADWOOD, SD CUSTER,SD WHITEWOOD,SD SPEARFISH, SD RAPID CITY, SD WIND CAVE NATL PARK, SD CUSTER STATE PARK, SD KEYSTONE, SD WIND CAVE NATL PARK, SD SUNDANCE, WY SPEARFISH, SD JEWEL CAVE, CUSTER, SD SPEARFISH CANYON, SD HILL CITY, SD WIND CAVE NATL PARK, SD SPEARFISH CANYON,SD NEWCASTLE, WY RAPID CITY, SD SPEARFISH CANYON,SD RAPID CITY, SD CUSTER STATE PARK, SD RAPID CITY, SD RAPID CITY, SD STURGIS, SD STURGIS, SD SUNDANCE, WY SUNDANCE, WY CUSTER STATE PARK, SD CUSTER STATE PARK, SD SPEARFISH, SD RAPID CITY, SD STURGIS, SD RAPID CITY, SD RAPID CITY, SD DEADWOOD,SD HILL CITY, SD WIND CAVE NATL PARK, SD

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Trails at a Glance

TRAIL IRON MOUNTAIN LEGION LAKE LEGION LAKE SHORE LITTLE DEVILS TOWER LITTLE ELK CREEK LITTLE SPEARFISH LOOKOUT MOUNTAIN LOOKOUT POINT LOST CABIN LOST TRAILS LOVERS LEAP MALLO TRAIL MICKELSON MOUNT COOLIDGE MOUNT ROOSEVELT MOUNT MORIAH NORBECK OAK PARK OLD BALDY OSPREY PRAIRIE VISTA PRAIRIE PRESIDENTIAL RANKIN RIDGE REUTER SPRINGS RIMROCK ROOF ROUGHLOCK FALLS SAINT ELMO PEAK SANCTUARY SAVOY SERENITY SKYLINE DRIVE SPEARFISH FALLS SPRING CREEK LOOP STOCKADE LAKE STORM MOUNTAIN STRATOBOWL STURGIS CITY DAMS STURGIS TRAIL SYSTEM SUNDANCE TRAIL SYSTEM SUNDANCE WHITE RANCH SUNDAY GULCH SYLVAN LAKE SHORE TINTON TOM PFEIFLE VETERANS PEAK VETERANS POINT VICTORIA LAKE TRAILS WHITE ROCKS LOOP WILLOW CREEK WIND CAVE CANYON

Centennial Trail

CENTENNIAL MILES: 111 ONE WAY CLIMB: VARIES • SURFACE: GRAVEL, DIRT

WHAT TO EXPECT: This trail was built in

Bear Butte

1989 to mark the 100th anniversary of South Dakota’s statehood. It is an 111-mile trail that will take you through prairies and mountainous areas. The trail begins at Bear Butte State Park, travels through the Fort Meade Recreation Area, Black Hills National Forest, Custer State Park and ends in Wind Cave National Park. It is open to hiking, horseback riding and mountain biking.

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Bear Butte Lake Fort Meade Alkali Creek Elk Creek Dalton Lake South Boxelder Pilot Knob Deer Creek Rapid Creek Tamarack Brush Creek Dakota Point

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13 Spring Creek 14 Flume 15 Samelius 16 Big Pine 17 Willow Creek

Centennial Trail

CENTENNIAL TRAILHEADS:

18 Lakota Lake 19 Iron Creek 20 Badger Hole 21 French Creek 22 Highland Creek 23 Norbeck

MILES: 109 ONE WAY CLIMB: VARIES • SURFACE: GRAVEL

WHAT TO EXPECT: The Mickelson Trail is a

Deadwood 1 4A Lead TH Hw y 1 2A Mickelson Trail Passes 2 $4 daily or $15 annual pass 3 Required for all users 12 years and older. 4 Passes are available at self-service stations along the trail, some state park 5 offices and online.

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popular trail all year long for hiking, biking and horseback riding. During the winter months, it is also used for snowshoeing and cross country skiing. (There is a section near Deadwood open to snowmobiles during the winter so be aware!) The path is wide and easy to follow with some amazing scenery. There are many events held along the Mickelson throughout the year including marathons and bike events.

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Hwy 16 To Newcastle

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MICKELSON

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Mystic Trailhead (MP 74.7): Located 12 miles north of Hill City on the Mystic Road.

Burlington Northern Hill City (MP 60.1): Located in Tracy Park east of the

The Mountain (MP 49.6): Located 3

Harbach Park (MP 44.5): Across the

Hill City High School.

miles north of Custer on Hwy 385.

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street from the Custer Chamber of Commerce. White Elephant (MP 35.7): On the west side of Hwy 385. Pringle (MP 32.1): Located on the west side of Hwy 385 in the center of town. Minnekahta (MP 16.2): Located ½ mile east of theintersection of Hwys 18 and 89. Edgemont (MP 0): Located on the south end of Main St.

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Deadwood (MP 108.8): Located in Deadwood near the old railroad depot on Sherman St. 2 Kirk (MP 105.3): Located ½ mile south of Lead on Hwy 85 and 1½ miles west. 2A Lead (MP 103.7): This .8 mile spur connects the trail to Lead. 3 Sugarloaf (MP 103.3): Located 1 mile southwest of Lead on Hwy 85. 4 Englewood (MP 98.5): Located 6 miles west of Hwy 385 on Brownsville Road or 1 mile east of Forest Service Rd #17. 5 Dumont (MP 92.6): Located 8.7 miles north of Rochford on Forest Service Road #17. 6 Rochford (MP 82.6): Located on the east side of Rochford near the fire station. 1

eBikes • Standard Bikes • Kid Bikes • Burley Trailers Bike Shuttle service available to Northern Trailheads

605-574-5695 www.BicyclesAndBoats.com 525 S Newton Ave, Hill City

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SPEARFISH AREA 76 Trail................................... 12 Big Hill Trails........................ 25 Community Caves.................... 16 Crow Peak............................. 23 Devil's Bathtub........................ 16 Eleventh Hour......................... 15 Fish Hatchery Trails.............. 24 Iron Creek............................... 18 Little Spearfish..................... 22 Lookout Mountain.................. 20 Old Baldy................................ 19 Rimrock.................................. 22 Roughlock Falls..................... 14 Savoy...................................... 14 Spearfish Falls...................... 12 Tinton..................................... 21

LEAD/DEADWOOD AREA Custer Peak........................... 32 Eagle Cliff............................. 32 Homestake............................. 26 MT MORIAH.............................. 28 Mt Roosevelt......................... 30 white rocks loop................... 29

STURGIS AREA 7th Cavalry Trails................. 39 Bear Butte............................. 34 Deadman................................ 35 Sturgis City Dams.................. 36 Sturgis Trail System............. 37 veterans peak....................... 38

WHITEWOOD AREA

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Oak Park Trail....................... 33 11

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MILES: 1.1 MILES OUT & BACK

4917 ft

CLIMB: 64 FT • SURFACE: DIRT

How To GET there: • From Spearfish, take Spearfish Canyon Rd (Hwy 14A) for 13.2 miles. • You will turn into Latchstring Restaurant parking lot on the left. • If you’re facing the restaurant, the trailhead will be off to the left behind the restaurant near the restrooms.

WHAT TO EXPECT: This is an easy, short trail through ponderosa, aspen and spruce which follows Spearfish Creek and ends at a beautiful 47 foot high waterfall.

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• From Spearfish, take Spearfish Canyon Rd (Hwy 14A) to Savoy (about 13.2 miles). • Turn right at Roughlock Falls Rd. Park in the Spearfish Canyon Lodge parking lo and you will see the trailhead sign directly across the road.

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WHAT TO EXPECT: Don't let the length of this trail fool you! It is short, but will give you a workout. It’s a steep climb to the top where you are rewarded with beautiful views of Spearfish Canyon.

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MILES: 1.9 OUT & BACK

5144 ft

CLIMB: 141 FT • SURFACE: DIRT

How To GET there:

To Spearfish

• From Spearfish, take Spearfish Canyon Rd (Hwy 14A) approximately 13.2 miles. • Turn right on Roughlock falls Rd. • Trailhead will be on left just past Spearfish Canyon Lodge parking area. which showcases plenty of breathtaking views, wildlife and trout fishing.

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WHAT TO EXPECT: This is an easy trail

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MILES: 1.1 OUT & BACK

CLIMB: 185 FT • SURFACE: GRAVEL, ROCK

How To GET there:

• From Spearfish, take Spearfish Canyon Rd (14A) approximately 7.5 miles. • You will see signs for the parking area by the historic Homestake Hydro Electric Plant No. 2 building.

WHAT TO EXPECT: Be prepared to get

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ROUGHLOCK FALLS

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MILES: 0.5 MILE OUT & BACK CLIMB: 200 FT • SURFACE: ROCKY

How To GET there:

• From Spearfish, take Spearfish Canyon Rd until just before two large rocks nicknamed “Kissing Rocks”, near mile marker 20. • The parking area which is very limited is on the left. • Take the unmarked trail on the right side of the road.

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WHAT TO EXPECT: This trail is named for

only getting one hour of sunlight per day, but don’t let that deter you. This trail is a difficult trail that requires good shoes. The trail includes amazing scenery with plenty of climbing through & up rocks. In the winter months the trail has amazing ice formations which are a local favorite to capture in photos.

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MILES: 2.4 OUT & BACK

5007 ft

CLIMB: 91 FT • SURFACE: GRAVEL, DIRT

How To GET there: • From Spearfish, take Spearfish Canyon Rd approximately 13 miles. • Turn right on Roughlock Falls Rd. • Just past Spearfish Canyon Lodge parking lot will be another parking lot with the trailhead for both Savoy and Roughlock Trails.

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relatively flat trail that goes from the Savoy Pond to the Roughlock Falls trailhead. The trail is a wide gravel path that runs parallel to the creek and also Hwy 14a. There is parking at both ends of the trail so starting at either point is possible. If starting at Savoy pond, you can add on the Roughlock Falls trail to make a total trip of 4.3 miles round trip.

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MILES: 0.7 OUT & BACK CLIMB: 226 FT • SURFACE: DIRT/ROCK

How To GET there:

• From Spearfish, take Hwy 14A (Spearfish Canyon) approximately 2.7 miles. • Just past mile marker 13, you will see a pull off on your right. Park here and cross the road. • The trail isn't marked, but you will need to find a way to cross the creek. Once across, you will see a bunch of rocks and a small stream coming off the hill. Follow this water up the hill to the caves.

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MILES: 2.7 OUT & BACK

CLIMB: 450 FT • SURFACE: DIRT

How To GET there:

• From Spearfish, take Spearfish Canyon Rd (14A) 11.4 miles to mile marker 22. • Trailhead is located near parking area on the right.

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MILES: 8.3 MILE LOOP

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CLIMB: 1037 FT • SURFACE: DIRT, ROCK

How To GET there:

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• From I-90 Exit 8 in Spearfish, travel south on McGuigan Rd. • Turn right on Tinton Rd. and travel approximately 13 mi to the trailhead.

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surrounded by primarily aspen, birch and ponderosa pine. Unique features include 2 small bridges, and Old Baldy Mountain. This is an excellent hike to see fall colors and the late spring green.

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MILES: VARIES

CLIMB: VARIES • SURFACE: DIRT, ROCKS

How To GET there:

• Take I-90 Exit 12 in Spearfish. • Take Jackson Blvd to the West. • Turn right on N 10th St., turn right again on E Nevada St. • Trailhead is at the end of Nevada St., through a tunnel under I-90 to the trail.

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MILES: 52.9 MILE LOOP CLIMB: 6143 FT • SURFACE: DIRT, ROCK

How To GET there:

thick shady forest areas including lush ferns with some open meadows. At one point in the trail you can see a view of Bear Butte.

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122 Recreation Lane

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MILES: 9.5 MILE LOOP

5325 ft

CLIMB: 1102 FT • SURFACE: DIRT

How To GET there:

• From Spearfish, take 14A to Savoy. • Turn right on Roughlock Falls Rd. • Approximately 4.5 miles, trailhead will be on your left.

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WHAT TO EXPECT: Rimrock trail is a loop trail that can be accessed from several trailheads. The Old Baldy trailhead off Tinton Rd. will give you a total mileage of about 9.5 miles. If you use one of the other trailheads, it will cut the mileage down to around 8 miles. You do share the trail for part of the time with Tinton Trail and also Little Spearfish trail. Once you get to the Little Spearfish trailhead, you will follow the signs for Ranger Draw to stay on the Rimrock trail.

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CLIMB: 808 FT • SURFACE: DIRT

How To GET there:

• From Spearfish, take 14A (Spearfish Canyon Rd) to Savoy. • Turn right on Roughlock Falls Rd. • Trailhead will be on your left 4.7 miles from turn.

WHAT TO EXPECT: This loop trail in

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Spearfish Canyon starts along the creek before looping up into the forest and back. Lots of shade to keep the sun off you on a hot day!

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MILES: 6.4 OUT & BACK CLIMB: 1600 FT • SURFACE: DIRT

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WHAT TO EXPECT: This trail offers a challenging

climb, but the views are worth it! Located near Spearfish, SD, this trail offers amazing views of the distant Terry Peak, Bear Butte and the surrounding hills.

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How To GET there:

• From Spearfish, take Hillsview Rd west. • From Hillsview Rd. take a left on Higgins Gulch Rd. • After about 7 miles, trailhead will be on your right.

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3703 ft

3736 ft

MILES: 0.3 MILE LOOP CLIMB: 29 FT • SURFACE: DIRT

How To GET there:

• From I-90, take exit 12 at Spearfish. • Take Jackson Blvd to Canyon St. and make a left. • Just past the park will be the Fish Hatchery on your right.

WHAT TO EXPECT: This trail starts at the DC Booth Fish Hatchery and travels up the side of the hill giving you an overview of the hatchery. It's a short, fairly easy trail to add-on to your time spent at the hatchery.

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Free Family Attraction!

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DC Booth National Historic Fish Hatchery

D.C. Booth Historic National Fish Hatchery & Museum

www.dcboothfishhatchery.org 423 Hatchery Circle • Spearfish

FISH HATCHERY

Grounds Open Daily • Venues Open May-Sept.

Gift Shop • Educational Exhibits • Nature Trails • Fish Food

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Exit 14 • 2625 E. Colorado Blvd • Spearfish • pizzaranch.com

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MILES: VARIES CLIMB: VARIES • SURFACE: DIRT

How To GET there:

WHAT TO EXPECT: These trails meander

through pine, aspen & birch forest, which make it a great option to experience early summer green and fall colors. The Black Hills Nordic Ski Club grooms approximately 10 miles of trails during the winter months for cross-country skiing. TH

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MILES: 6.8 OUT & BACK

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CLIMB: 1007 FT • SURFACE: DIRT

How To GET there:

WHAT TO EXPECT: This trail winds from

• Start at the Deadwood trailhead for the Mickelson Trail which is located on Sherman St. • Follow the Mickelson for a short ways before coming to the Homestake trailhead.

Lead to Deadwood along an old Homestake Mining Company railroad grade providing fantastic views of both Lead and Deadwood. The entire trail runs along easements across private land. Please respect the land owners and stay on the trail.

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CLIMB: 304 FT • SURFACE: PAVED/DIRT/ROCKS

How To GET there:

• From Sturgis, take Hwy 14A to Deadwood • Turn left on Pine St. • Turn right on Sherman St. • Turn left on Van Buren St. • Turn left on Lincoln Ave. the Mount Moriah Cemetery on a paved road before heading up a steep,rocky trail to Seth Bullock's grave. You will have nice views of Deadwood through the trees before looping back down to the parking area.

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CLIMB: 648 FT • SURFACE: DIRT, ROCKS

How To GET there:

• From Sturgis, take Hwy 14A to Deadwood • Turn left on Pine St. • Turn right on Sherman St. • Turn left on Van Buren St. • Turn left on Lincoln Ave.

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WHAT TO EXPECT: This loop trail starts in

the parking lot for Mount Moriah Cemetery. It's pretty steep in spots with some loose gravel and pine needles so wear shoes with good traction. When you come to the first fork in the trail, to the right will give you a longer uphill section while starting to the left will be less climb, but steeper. Nice views of Deadwood from the top and can even see Bear Butte!

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• Do not take shortcuts. • Stay to the right on wider paths. • Pass on the left. When passing someone, let them know you are approaching and will be passing on their left.

Read Trail Signs

There may be specific rules for the trail you are on.

When Nature Calls

The general rule is to move 200 feet from a trail, campsite, or body of water before digging a cat hole to deposit human waste.

Pack It In - Pack It Out

It doesn’t make sense that someone spending time in nature would purposely destroy it. Please clean up after yourself!

Muddy Trail Conditions

To avoid trail damage, it is best not to use the trail when muddy. If you are leaving tracks, turn back. If you come to a small muddy spot on the trail, it is best to walk through it so you don't damage the vegetation on the sides causing even more damage.

Report Vandalism

If there is contact information at the trailhead, tell the managing group of any destruction or problems you see.

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CLIMB: 207 ft • SURFACE: DIRT

How To GET there:

• Take US Hwy 85 north out of Deadwood for 1.5 miles. • Turn left at The Lodge and continue on Mount Roosevelt Rd for approximately two miles.

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WHAT TO EXPECT: This trail is an easy hike for all ages and abilities. There are picnic tables at the start and at the top near the tower. Continue on the trail to the left of the tower to a wooden platform with spectacular views.

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MILES: 8 OUT & BACK CLIMB: 1014 FT • SURFACE: GRAVEL

How To GET there:

WHAT TO EXPECT: There is plenty of

parking at the Mystic Hills Hideaway Campground. From there, you will walk along Custer Peak Road until you come to a Y, take a right to head up to Custer Peak Fire Lookout Tower. It is possible to drive up to the Y, however you will have to park on the shoulder as no parking is available here. If you choose to drive to the Y, your total to hike to the peak is approximately 4 miles round trip.

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How To GET there: • From Spearfish, take Hwy 14A south through Spearfish Canyon to Hwy 85 at Cheyenne Crossing • Take a right on Hwy 85 for 7.4 miles. The trailhead will be on your right.

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in this area ranging from easy to difficult with 3 different trailheads to start from. Enjoy this trail system anytime throughout the year, but during the winter, the trails are groomed for cross-country skiing and snowshoeing.

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CLIMB: 476 FT • SURFACE: DIRT

How To GET there:

• Take the Whitewood Exit off I-90. • Upon entering Whitewood, follow Laurel St. to Meade St. & turn right. • Take Meade Street to the end. The trailhead is located at the park.

WHAT TO EXPECT: This is a beautiful 1

mile loop trail around Oak Park in the town of Whitewood. *Additional loops are expected to be built off the main loop with a possibility of up to 6 miles of trail in the future.

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MILES: 3.1 CLIMB: 1300 FT • SURFACE: DIRT, ROCKS

How To GET there:

• From Sturgis, take Hwy 34 east to Hwy 79. • Turn left on Hwy 79 N. • Turn right on Bear Butte State Park Dr.

WHAT TO EXPECT: Trees are rare so this trail is best hiked early in

Trail Road the day or on cooler days.There are some benches along the way to rest. Watch your step as rattlesnakes are common in this area. A picturesque TH Trailhead view is waiting at the top to make this trip worthwhile. This is a state park, so there is an entrance fee.

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CLIMB: 1749 FT • SURFACE: DIRT, ROCK

How To GET there:

WHAT TO EXPECT: This trail is part of

• From I-90, take exit 32 to Sturgis. • Head south on Vanocker Canyon Rd. • Take a left on Pineview Dr. • Trailhead will be on your right at the corner of Pineview Dr and Davenport Loop.

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the Sturgis Trail System and starts on a paved sidewalk in a residential area before quickly heading into the trees. You will be treated to amazing views of Bear Butte, Sturgis and surrounding areas as you head to the summit of Deadman Mountain.

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CLIMB: 965 FT • SURFACE: DIRT, ROCKS

How To GET there:

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CLIMB: VARIES • SURFACE: DIRT, ROCKS

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MILES: 1.4 OUT & BACK

CLIMB: 267 FT • SURFACE: ROCK, GRAVEL

How To GET there:

• From Sturgis, take Vanocker Canyon Rd approximately 5 miles. • You will see a trailhead sign and road to your left, park here.

WHAT TO EXPECT: This short trail outside of Sturgis follows a rocky ATV road up to the peak. You will be treatedto views of Bear Butte & the surround ing hills.

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How To GET there:

• From Sturgis, head east on Hwy 34. • Lions Club Park trailhead will be on the right. • Fort Meade trailhead will be next right. • I-90 exit 34 is the Alkali Creek trailhead. Hwy 34 TH

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on your access points from moderate to strenuous. There are multiple views of Bear Butte, birds eye overlooks of Fort Meade, Bureau of Land Management land, Black Hills National Cemetery, and the City of Sturgis. The trail consists of open grasslands, wooded areas, and a stream.

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How To GET there:

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• From Rapid City, take I-90 east for approximately 73 miles. • Take exit 131, and turn right onto SD-240. • Follow this for approximately 6 miles to the parking area. .

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MILES: 5.4 OUT & BACK CLIMB: 737 FT • SURFACE: DIRT, ROCKS

How To GET there

• From Rapid City, take I-90 to Exit 44 • Take Chimney Canyon Rd to the West. • Turn right on Sturgis Rd. • Turn left on Little Elk Creek Road. • Follow until road ends.

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choice for families with young children looking for a weekend outing or trail enthusiasts of all experiences to explore. At mile 2.7 you have the option to turn around or follow the Gravel Road an additional .75 miles to reach Dalton Lake/Dalton Lake Centennial Trailhead. Camping, swimming, fishing and additional hiking is available here.

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• Take I-90 to exit 48 in Summerset. • Go west to Sturgis Rd and take a left. • Take a right on High Meadows Dr. • Take a left on South High Meadows Dr. The start of the trail will be the first pull off on your right that isn’t a house. It’s a four-wheeler trail with just enough room to pull your vehicle off the road.

WHAT TO EXPECT: This trail starts out along a four wheeler trail before cutting off and taking you deep into the canyon. The vegetation is thick and lush and almost feels like you are walking through a rain forest as you follow the creek.

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CLIMB: VARIES • SURFACE: ROCKS, DIRT

How To GET there:

• SOUTH TRAILHEAD - Located in Rapid City, take Omaha St. to Founder’s Park (the concrete fish). • NORTH TRAILHEAD - Located in Rapid City, take West Blvd N(running parallel to I-190), turn on Thrush Drive.

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Cowboy Hill, this is an easily accessible trail system located right near downtown Rapid City. A great hiking/biking area with a great view of the city.

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CLIMB: VARIES • SURFACE: DIRT

How To GET there:

• This trail is located in Raider Park in Rapid City. Just north of Stevens High School at the intersection of Raider Rd and Range Rd.

WHAT TO EXPECT: This area includes a 5K cross country trail for walkers & runners as well as single track biking trails.

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MILES: VARIES

CLIMB: VARIES • SURFACE: DIRT, ROCKS

How To GET there:

• From Rapid City, take Hwy 44 west. • Approximately 4 miles from Rapid City, you will see parking lot on the left.

WHAT TO EXPECT: This trail system can range from a

casual walk in the hills, to a heart racing climb depending upon the route you travel. The trails are clearly marked to ensure you get the level that you desire. At the top, Buzzard’s Roost provides an amazing lookout area with clear views of the beautiful Black Hills including Black Elk Peak, Boulder Hill and Thrall Mountain, just to name a few.

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How To GET there:

• From Rapid City, take Sheridan Lake Rd to Hwy 385, turn left and continue to Sheridan Lake Campground. • Follow signs to Flume Trailhead near the southeast shore of Sheridan Lake.

WHAT TO EXPECT: This historic trail is a

walk back in history to the mining boom of the 1880s. The trail follows the Rockerville Flume route which brought water from Spring Creek to an area near Rockerville for gold miners.

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CLIMB: 429 FT • SURFACE: ROCKS, DIRT

How To GET there:

• From Rapid City, take Sheridan Lake Rd. approximately 16 miles southwest. • You will go past the Spring Creek picnic area and then take your next left. • Follow that dirt road a short ways to a small parking area and you will see the trailhead.

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MILES: 3.3 OUT & BACK CLIMB: 724 FT • SURFACE: ROCKS, DIRT

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CLIMB: 331 FT • SURFACE: DIRT, ROCKS • From Rapid City, head South on Hwy 16. • Just past Rockerville, take a right on Silver Mountain Rd and trailhead is on your right.

WHAT TO EXPECT: This trail starts to the

right of the trailhead sign and immediately starts a gradual climb that turns into a steeper, rockier climb for a short time. There are several crossings where it’s possible to get on the wrong trail. Do not follow signs that say "bike", those are for the Storm Mountain trail. This trail goes alongside the gravel road, but does not cross it.

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How To GET there:

• Take Hwy 16 south of Rapid City for approximately 13 miles. • Take a right on Storm Mountain Rd just past Rockerville. • Coon Hollow Trailhead is on your right and is your starting point. (Trail starts on west side of parking area.)

WHAT TO EXPECT: The trail loops through

ponderosa pine forest and includes some lookout points with great views of the area.This is a well-marked single track trail that is popular with mountain bikers, hikers and runners.

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CLIMB: 139 FT • SURFACE: DIRT, ROCKS

How To GET there:

• From Rapid City, take Hwy 16 south towards Rockerville. • About 2 miles past Bear Country take a right. (If you get to Strato Bowl Rd you have gone too far.) • There is a parking lot and the trailhead is clearly marked.

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How To GET there:

• From Rapid City, take Sheridan Lake Rd. to mile marker 8. • Turn right onto Victoria Lake Road and park in the small parking area.

WHAT TO EXPECT: This trail system contains three main trails (Victoria's Secret, Victoria 15, and the Victoria Lollipop.) These are narrow trails which can be steep and rocky, but offer beautiful canyon views.

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CLIMB: 247 FT • SURFACE: DIRT, ROCK

How To GET there:

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• From Deadwood, take Hwy 385, turn right on Custer Gulch Rd just past the Pactola Visitor Center. • Turn right on Pactola Rd just past the marina.

WHAT TO EXPECT: This is a beautiful light hike with

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How To GET there: • From Rapid City, take Hwy 44 west. • Take a left on Hwy 385. • Veterans Point parking lot will be on left.

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Southern Hills Area Custer STate Park Badger Clark......................... 72 Barnes Canyon....................... 72 BISON...................................... 78 Creekside............................... 74 French Creek......................... 79 Grace Coolidge....................... 76 Legion Lake............................ 75 legion lake shore.................. 75 Little Devils Tower............... 63 Lost Trails............................. 76 Lovers Leap............................ 80 mount coolidge...................... 83 Prairie................................... 80 Stockade Lake........................ 81 Sunday Gulch......................... 59 Sylvan Lake Shore.................. 61

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Black Elk Peak...................... 60 Cathedral Spires................... 62 Grizzly Bear Creek................. 68 Horsethief............................. 67 Iron CreeK............................... 71 Iron Mountain........................ 70 Lost Cabin.............................. 65 Norbeck................................. 68 Willow Creek........................ 64

Other areas big rock park......................... 83 Blackberry............................ 66 Canyons................................. 84 Deerfield Lake Loop............... 86 Deerfield............................... 86 Hell Canyon........................... 82 PRESIDENTIAL.......................... 66 roof....................................... 84 Saint Elmo Peak..................... 85

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MILES: 4 MILE LOOP CLIMB: 776 FT • SURFACE: DIRT, ROCK

How To GET there:

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• From Hill City, travel south on US-385. • Turn left onto SD-87 S. • Turn left at Sylvan Lake parking area. • From parking lot, follow trail to north of lake behind the dam about 1/3 of mile to trailhead.

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MILES: 6.4 OUT & BACK CLIMB: 1518 FT • SURFACE: DIRT, ROCK

How To GET there:

• From Hill City, take US-385 S. • Take a left on SD-87 S. • Take the first left past Sylvan Lake to head to the larger parking area to the northeast of the lake.

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trail used to get to Black Elk Summit, which is the highest point in the US east of the Rocky Mountains. The 3.2 mile trek, one way, is the shortest route to the peak. It is moderate in difficulty due to the escalated elevation and rocky terrain. The scenery is beautiful with many lookout points along the way, which offers an extraordinary view of the entire Black Hills and surrounding area.

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MILES: 1 MILE LOOP

CLIMB: 115 FT • SURFACE: DIRT

How To GET there:

• From Hill City, take Hwy 385 South. • Turn left on Hwy 87. • Follow Hwy 87 for six miles to Sylvan Lake.

WHAT TO EXPECT: This trail is one of the

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CATHEDRAL SPIRES MILES: 1.8 OUT AND BACK CLIMB: 445 FT • SURFACE: DIRT, ROCKS

How To GET there:

• From Custer, take Hwy 89 north. • Turn right on Hwy 87. • After 2.5 miles, the trailhead will be on your left.

WHAT TO EXPECT: The scenic views of

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CLIMB: 658 FT • SURFACE: DIRT, ROCKS

How To GET there:

• From Hill City, take Hwy 385 south. • Take a left at Hwy 87. • Go past Sylvan Lake just under 1/4 mile and trailhead will be on your left.

WHAT TO EXPECT: This trail starts out as an easy hike and slowly inclines as you walk through an old burn area. As you get close to the top, you will need to scramble over rocks and boulders. The views of the needles and Black Elk Peak from the top are excellent!

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MILES: 2.6 LOOP

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CLIMB: 344 FT • SURFACE: DIRT, ROCK

How To GET there:

• From Hill City, travel south on US-385. • Make left turn onto SD-244. • Turn right into Willow Creek Horse Camp. • Trailhead is at south of parking area.

WHAT TO EXPECT: This is a relatively easy trail that passes through forested areas of birch, spruce and pine trees. We suggest traversing the path in a clockwise manner so you will end near the water fall and a shallow pool to cool off after your journey. Hw

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Black Elk Wilderness Facts Did You Know?

• Congress designated the Black Elk Wilderness Area as part of the National Wilderness Preservation System in 1980. • The Black Elk Wilderness Area encompasses 13,534 acres and is the only wilderness in the Black Hills National Forest.

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• Camping within ¼ mile of Black Elk Peak summit or within the Harney Lookout Tower on Black Elk Peak is prohibited. • Camping within 100 feet of water sources is prohibited. • Possessing or using a bicycle, stroller, wagon, cart (including game carts) or other motorized or mechanized vehicle is prohibited.

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CLIMB: 2365 ft • SURFACE: DIRT, ROCK

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• From Hill City, travel south on US-385. • Make left turn onto SD-244. • Turn right into Willow Creek Horse camp and trailhead is at edge of parking area.

WHAT TO EXPECT: This trail is a steep climb to the Black Elk Wilderness Area. Along this trail you will see several views of Black Elk Peak. You can combine this hike with parts of Black Elk Peak Trail and Willow Creek Trail to form a loop that will be approximately 15 miles.

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CLIMB: 355 FT • SURFACE: DIRT • From Keystone, take Hwy 16 south. • Turn right into Mt. Rushmore Parking Area. • Cross Hwy 244 to find a large open area with a well-marked trailhead. .

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CLIMB: 123 FT • SURFACE: PAVED

How To GET there:

• From Keystone, take Hwy 16/Hwy 244 to Mount Rushmore • Turn right into Mount Rushmore Parking Area (there is a fee to park). • Trail starts to left of main viewing area.

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CLIMB: 700 FT • SURFACE: DIRT, ROCK

How To GET there:

• From Keystone, take Hwy 244 heading toward Mt Rushmore. • 2.3 miles past Mt Rushmore turn left at sign for Horsethief trailhead parking lot.

WHAT TO EXPECT: This trail is perfect for a hot day.

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MILES: 12.8 OUT & BACK

CLIMB: 1865 FT • SURFACE: DIRT, ROCK

How To GET there:

WHAT TO EXPECT: Grizzly Bear Creek is

• From Keystone, take Iron Mountain Road (16A) south. • Take a right on South Playhouse Road. • Take a right on Hwy 87. • Take right on FSR 345, pass the Centennial trailhead by about a mile then trailhead will be on your left.

a challenging trail in a remote part of the Black Elk Wilderness. The trail is steep at times. There are a few small creek crossings along the way. This trail meets up with Norbeck Trail and then on to Black Elk trail, which would take you to Black Elk Peak. If you continue on to the summit on the adjoining trails, it would add approximately 3 miles to your trip.

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MILES: 3.4 OUT & BACK CLIMB: 233 FT • SURFACE: DIRT

How To GET there:

• From Keystone, take Hwy 16A south. • Stay on 16A (Iron Mountain Rd) until you come to the Iron Mountain picnic area. You will need to follow the Centennial Trail out of picnic area for a short ways before seeing the Iron Mountain trail to your left.

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experience views of the Norbeck Wildlife Preserve and the Black Elk Wilderness. Once you reach the picnic area, follow the signs to see an unusual rock formation called "Turtle Rock."

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IRON CREEK SH MILES: 4.8 OUT & BACK CLIMB: 312 FT • SURFACE: DIRT

How To GET there:

• From Keystone, take Hwy 16A also known as Iron Mountain Rd. • Trailhead is right across from Lakota Lake. Lakota 16 Lake A TH

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WHAT TO EXPECT: Iron Creek Trail is an easy route, following an old road. There are 11 water crossings as the trail meanders through a forest of ponderosa pine, oak, aspen, and birch.

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MILES: 0.65 LOOP

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CLIMB: 141 FT • SURFACE: DIRT, ROCK

How To GET there:

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Hiking Needles Highway in winter is a truly unique way to experience Custer State Park. When the road is closed to vehicle traffic, typically from late fall through early spring depending on weather conditions, it transforms into an unforgettable on-foot adventure. A popular winter route starts near Sylvan Lake and leads to the iconic Needles Eye Tunnel, creating an out-and-back hike of about 2.7 miles.You can always continue farther to make the trek as long as you’d like. Walking the highway allows you to slow down, take your time, and fully soak in the dramatic granite spires, winding curves, and sweeping views that are usually seen through a windshield.The quiet, snow-dusted landscape makes the Needles feel even more impressive, and while the route is relatively gentle, winter conditions can include packed snow, ice, and wind, so traction, warm layers, and proper footwear are essential. Experiencing this iconic stretch of road on foot is a rare opportunity and one of the most memorable winter hikes in the Black Hills.

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CLIMB: 52 FT • SURFACE: PAVED TH

How To GET there:

• From Custer, take Hwy 16A east approximately 14 miles. • The trail starts at the Visitor Center.

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accessible to all, including wheelchairs, small children & even rollerbladers. Creekside Trail follows Grace Coolidge Creek in Custer State Park and includes several bridge crossings.

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MILES: 1.2 LOOP

CLIMB: 125 FT • SURFACE: DIRT, ROCK

How To GET there:

• From Custer, follow Hwy 16A east for 7.5 miles. • Parking for the trailhead is located at Legion Lake Resort. • Once parked, cross Hwy 16A & head through Legion Lake Campground to the trailhead which is near site 11E.

WHAT TO EXPECT: This is a ponderosa pine forested

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CLIMB: 37 FT • SURFACE: DIRT

How To GET there:

• From Custer, follow Hwy 16A east for 7.5 miles. • Trailhead will be on your right.

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CLIMB: 430 FT • SURFACE: DIRT

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• From Custer, take Hwy 16A east. • Take a left on Hwy 87. • Turn right on Playhouse Rd. • Turn right onto Center Lake Rd. The north trailhead is adjacent to the swim beach at Center Lake.

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MILES: 3 LOOP CLIMB: 500 FT • SURFACE: DIRT, ROCK

How To GET there:

• From Rapid City, take Hwy16 W. to the Rockerville exit and turn right on Main St. • Turn left at stop sign on S. Rockerville Rd. • Turn left onto SD-40 E then right onto Playhouse Rd. • Turn left onto Hwy 16A, then right on S. Playhouse Rd. • Turn left at Center Lake Rd. Upper loop starts right at parking area. Lower loop is at the back of parking area.

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WHAT TO EXPECT: The Lost Trails are

actually two loop trails that start in the parking lot at Center Lake. The upper loop ascends to a beautiful view overlooking the lake. The lower loop goes around the lake with several beautiful views of the lake and you will even find a waterfall on the backside of the dam!

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How To GET there: • From Rapid City, take Hwy 79 south for approximately 41 miles. • Turn right on Lame Johnny Rd. You will come to the Bison Center after about 5 miles. • Trail is located behind Bison Center. . WHAT TO EXPECT: The Bison Trail is located next to the Bison Center off the Wildlife Loop Rd in Custer State Park. Built in 2023, this trail is well-marked and is a nice, short hike of less than a mile. The trail consists of two loops, you can just do the smaller loop but will miss out on the best views and most of the trail that winds through the trees.

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CLIMB: 994 FT • SURFACE: DIRT, ROCKS

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How To GET there:

• From Custer, take Highway 16 east to Highway 87 • Turn right on Highway 87 • Turn left onto Lame Johnny Rd, trailhead is located on North Lame Johnny Rd, 3 miles from Blue Bell Lodge.

WHAT TO EXPECT: This trail follows French Creek

through the French Creek Natural Area. Although there is no marked trail, paths of previous users are easy to follow. The trail crosses the creek many times. This trail is loved by photographers & fishermen due to the abundance of wild flowers, wildlife-watching opportunities and outstanding trout fishing. Hwy 16

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MILES: 4.2 LOOP

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CLIMB: 713 FT • SURFACE: DIRT, ROCKS

How To GET there:

• From Custer, take Hwy 16A East for 13 miles. • The trailhead is across Hwy 16A from the Peter Norbeck Visitor Center, behind the school house.

WHAT TO EXPECT: Lover’s Leap trail is a loop that peaks at a fantastic viewpoint on a large granite rock ridge. Black Elk Peak, Cathedral Spires and Mount Coolidge are visible from this viewpoint.

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MILES: 2.1 LOOP

CLIMB: 388 FT • SURFACE: DIRT, ROCK

How To GET there:

• From within Custer State Park, take Wildlife Loop Rd. five miles from Blue Bell entrance or 13 miles from State Game Lodge.

WHAT TO EXPECT: This trail is a

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How To GET there:

• From Custer, take Hwy 16A East to Stockade Lake. • Turn right on Stockade Lake Dr.

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WHAT TO EXPECT: This is a relatively short

trail located close to Stockade Lake. Although you will catch glimpses of the lake through the trees, there are not alot of lake views on this trail. You will climb up to a ridge with views of the surrounding hills before looping back around through the trees to the trailhead.

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CLIMB: 791 FT • SURFACE: DIRT, ROCKS

How To GET there:

• Take Hwy 16 West out of Custer approx. 13 miles. • You will see a sign for the trailhead on your right about a mile after you pass Jewel Cave National Monument.

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challenging hike with some gorgeous views and some water for the dog, this is your trail! We recommend hiking this trail in a clockwise direction. You will start on a rocky climb and finish along a creek.

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MILES: 2 OUT & BACK CLIMB: 518 FT • SURFACE: DIRT

How To GET there:

•Take Hwy 385 into Custer •Turn left on Mt. Rushmore Rd. •Turn right on 6th St and follow to parking lot at end of road.

WHAT TO EXPECT: The Skywalk Trail and Big Rock Trails traverse the park winding through a disc golf course and climbing to a couple of overlooks: Sunrise Point and Big Rock Lookout. The Skywalk Trail has alot of stairs while the Big Rock Trail is a gradual climb with fewer stairs. Both trails will get you to the lookout points.

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MOUNT COOLIDGE MILES: 3.5 OUT & BACK CLIMB: 477 FT • SURFACE: ROCKS, GRAVEL

How To GET there:

• From Custer, take Hwy 16 east. • Turn right on Hwy 87 • Go approximately 1.6 miles you will see the gate on the right.

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CLIMB: 80 FT • SURFACE: DIRT

How To GET there:

• From Custer, take Hwy 16 west. • Turn left into Jewel Cave National Monument. • Trail starts outside of the Visitor Center.

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WHAT TO EXPECT: This is an easy loop

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MILES: 3.5 LOOP

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CLIMB: 382 FT • SURFACE: DIRT

How To GET there:

• From Custer, take Hwy 16 west. • Turn left into Jewel Cave National Monument. • Trail starts outside of the Visitor Center.

WHAT TO EXPECT: From open prairie to

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CLIMB: 1163 FT • SURFACE: DIRT, ROCK

How To GET there:

• From Hill City, head south on Hwy 385. • Pass the Hwy 87 junction and you will see the trailhead on the left around the bend.

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WHAT TO EXPECT: The Deerfield Trail also known as trail 40, runs from Centennial Trail near Pactola Lake to Deerfield Lake. The trail winds through the deep canyons along Slate Creek and Rapid Creek. A fun trail which crosses over 30 bridges. This trail provides plenty of scenery including mines, tunnels and a log flume. At the end of the trail is a loop trail around Deerfield Lake.

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MILES: 12 LOOP

CLIMB: 456 FT • SURFACE: DIRT, GRAVEL

How To GET there:

(3 Trailheads) • From Hill City go west on Deerfield Rd. • Turn right onto S Rochford Rd. • In 2.4 miles, turn right onto Co Rd 417.

WHAT TO EXPECT: A winding loop that

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WHAT TO EXPECT: This is an easy trail which meanders briefly through forest and then through a prairie dog town & Cold Brook Canyon. Once in a while you may catch view of a buffalo.

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This strenuous trail is the longest and the most diverse in the park. The trail traverses mixed-grass prairies, ponderosa pine forests and riparian habitats of Highland Creek, Beaver Creek and Wind Cave Canyon.

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CLIMB: 67 FT • SURFACE: DIRT, ROCKS

How To GET there:

• From Hot Springs, take Hwy 385 North until you hit the Wind Cave Park Visitor Center. • Follow signs to Elk Mountain Campground and you will see trail signs.

WHAT TO EXPECT: This is a short trail

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MILES: 7.6 OUT & BACK CLIMB: 1463 FT • SURFACE: DIRT

How To GET there: • From Custer, take Hwy 385 South for 24.3 miles. • The trail is on the left along the Wind Cave Canyon Trail.

WHAT TO EXPECT: This is a moderate trail taking you across the prairie hills. You’ll see beautiful views of Wind Cave National Park, Buffalo Gap and the Black Hills. Wind Cave National Park Visitor Center

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How To GET there:

• From Hot Springs, take Hwy 385 north. • Turn left of Wind Cave Rd. • You can start trail at the visitor center or go past to the picnic area on the right where you will see the trailhead.

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A quick and easy trail, great for families! This trail includes fantastic views, a variety of trees including ponderosa pine, cottonwoods, and aspen. Interpretive signs are found throughout the trail with information on the nature found in the area.

WHAT TO EXPECT:

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MILES: 1 MILE LOOP CLIMB: 249 FT • SURFACE: DIRT

How To GET there:

• From Hot Springs, take Hwy 385 north. • Turn right on Hwy 87. • Turn right on Rankin Ridge Rd.

WHAT TO EXPECT: This is an easy loop

trail in Wind Cave National Park with a moderate elevation increase. At the high point of the trail, there is an unmanned fire tower. The panoramic views are breathtaking.

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MILES: 2.2 OUT & BACK

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MILES: 7.5 OUT & BACK

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CLIMB: 557 FT • SURFACE: DIRT

How To GET there:

•From Hot Springs, take Hwy 385 north. •Turn right on Hwy 87, trailhead will be on the right.

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• From Hot Springs, take Hwy 385 north towards Wind Cave National Park. • Approximately 3/4 of mile past the turn to the visitor center, the trailhead will be on your right.

WHAT TO EXPECT: This easy trail follows Wind

Cave Canyon to the park boundary fence. You will find a good mix of sun and shade and this is one of the best places in the park for bird watching. Be on the lookout for Cliff Swallows, Great Horned Owls or woodpeckers. This trail has been known to have poison ivy and rattlesnakes, so stay alert.

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MILES: 5.2 OUT & BACK

How To GET there:

• From Hot Springs, take Hwy 385 N • Turn left on 7-11 Rd for 4.8 miles. • Turn left on Red Valley Rd and follow for 4 miles until the trailhead on the left.

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CLIMB: 627 FT • SURFACE: DIRT/ROCKS

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views of Battle Mountain and Wind Cave and wildlife such as buffalo, rabbits, antelope, prairie dogs and sometimes elk. This is an open, sunny trail so be sure to bring your sunscreen and plenty of water!

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SUNDANCE WHITE RANCH PARK MILES: VARIES CLIMB: VARIES • SURFACE: ROCKS/GRAVEL

How To GET there:

• From Spearfish, take I-90 west approximately 34 miles to Sundance. • Take exit 185 and turn left on Hwy 14. • Turn right on Hwy 116 and you will see the parking lot on your left

WHAT TO EXPECT: The trail system at

White Ranch Park is situated on 100 acres at Sundance Mountain. The trails range from an easy half mile to a more challenging 2 mile loop or a combination of trails to explore the park.

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MILES: VARIES CLIMB: VARIES • SURFACE: DIRT, ROCKS

How To GET there:

From Sundance, take County Road 123 north 3.5 miles to the trailhead which is on the west side of the road.

WHAT TO EXPECT: This trail system weaves through the network of denselyforested canyons and winding open ridges that form the Bearlodge Mountains. From some ridge tops you can see Devils Tower. Elk, deer, and turkey are among some of the abundant wildlife. The Sundance Trails system is well recognized for excellent mountain biking because of the rough topography. Be sure to look for bypasses designed specifically for more challenging mountain biking, especially South Fork Tent and Edge Trails.

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SUNDANCE TRAILS

Trail Miles Ogden Creek ........... 4.8 Sand Pit. ...................... 4.8 Upper Ogden............. 1.5 East Fork Quarry..... 1.2 Ogden Ridge.............. 4.3 Reuter Springs............. 3 Richardson Fire........ 5.2 Sheepnose ................. 5.8 Sheepnose MTN...... 2.3 Tent Canyon ............... 1.5 Tent Canyon Ridge .. 4.1 West Fork Quarry... 0.5 Whitetail ..................... 0.5 Edge .............................. 2.6 South Fork.................. 2.8 Tent Canyon Ridge .. 4.1

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CLIMB: VARIES • SURFACE: DIRT/ROCK/PAVED

How To GET there:

• From Sundance, WY, take Hwy 14 west. • Turn right on Hwy 24 at Carlile Junction. • Turn left on Hwy 110 and follow signs.

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WHAT TO EXPECT: The trails near Devils

Tower are short, easy trails allowing you to view the monument from many different angles. For more details on the individual trails, visit TrailAddict.com and search Devils Tower or individual trail names. TH

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MILES: 5 LOOP CLIMB: 521 FT • SURFACE: DIRT

How To GET there:

• From Sundance, WY take Hwy 14 west. • Turn right on Warren Peak Rd. • Follow Warren Peak Rd for about 3 miles and trailhead will be on your left.

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This trail is surrounded by pine trees, oak trees, and aspen trees and includes a wide variety of wildlife. It’s also a popular destination for cross-country skiers in the winter and mountain bikers in the summer.

WHAT TO EXPECT: This is a moderate trail that is good for hiking.

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CARSON DRAW

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CLIMB: 1222 FT • SURFACE: DIRT

How To GET there:

• From Spearfish, take Interstate 90 to the Beulah Exit 205. • Travel south on Sand Creek Rd for 6 miles to the trailhead, which will be on the left side of the road. ek R Cr e nd Sa

excellent hiking and mountain biking trail for those who are up to the challenge. There are a few wooden bridges and gates on the trail that can be ridden through with caution. While on this trail please be careful of the wildlife in this area. There are a wide variety of animals along the way.

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MILES: 6 OUT & BACK

CLIMB: 1062 FT • SURFACE: DIRT

How To GET there: • From Sundance, WY, take I-90 west to Exit 185. Turn right onto US 14 W for approximately 1 mile. • Turn right on Warren Peak Rd (Rd 208). • Parking lot will be on left, trail starts across hwy. TH

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WHAT TO EXPECT: This trail is part of the Sundance Trail System. The trail starts at Reuter Campground. Reuter Springs trail has good views of the Northern Black Hills as well as Bearlodge. There are old miners grave sites (such as Emil Reuter) and a fire tower.

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MILES: VARIES CLIMB: VARIES • SURFACE: DIRT, ROCK

How To GET there:

• Take Hwy 85 north of Newcastle. • After about 8 miles, trail will be on right.

WHAT TO EXPECT: The Flying V Trail

system consists of multiple hiking and mountain biking trails. There are many options to choose from, from moderate to difficult.

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How To GET there:

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• From Spearfish, take I-90 west to exit 199. • Take Hwy 111 north to Farall County Rd. • Take a left and follow the road approximately 10 miles to Cook Lake.

WHAT TO EXPECT: This trail is a nice

loop trail that starts at Cook Lake and follows Beaver Creek for part of the loop. Once at the top, you will have an amazing view of Cook Lake through the trees.

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How To GET there:

• From Newcastle, take Hwy 85 north for 2.5 miles. • Turn right on Avery Ln. Trail is on right.

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MALLO

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MILES: 4.8 LOOP

CLIMB: 718 FT • SURFACE: DIRT/ROCKS

WHAT TO EXPECT: This trail will take you

through beautiful aspen groves, and into sprawling meadows. Parts of the trail are not clearly marked, so keep a keen eye out for the rock cairns (rock towers), and the orange tipped markers along the trail to help guide your way.

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• From Hwy 85 to Four Corners, WY take Mallo Rd east through Mallo Camp. • The trailhead is 1/4 mile past the Mallo Camp.

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