Black Hawk

After reaching the trailhead, the first couple miles are forest service road. You'll want to follow the main FSR, do not branch off onto any of the smaller dirt roads. The turn off to go down into the canyon is very easy to miss. It will be on your right hand side after a small patch of trees, there are also some fairly large boulders at the turning point, so keep your eye out!  Once you start ...

M Hill is a loop trail that takes you by a river located near Rapid City, South Dakota.

Wild Irishman Gulch Trail is an out-and-back trail that takes you by a river located near Rapid City, South Dakota.

Rapid City Bike Path is an out-and-back trail that is moderately difficult located near Rapid City, South Dakota.

Dividing Rapid City's East and West sides, the Skyline Wilderness Area is a 150-acre park that features numerous walking, biking and hiking trails. This area can also be enjoyed as a beautiful drive that offers one of the best views of Rapid City.  The road stretches about two miles long and gives countless scenic views of the entire city. There are multiple parking locations and overlooks to ...

Buzzard Loop is a loop trail that takes you past scenic surroundings located near Blackhawk, South Dakota.

The beautiful hike is a tremendous spot to get out of town and enjoy the scenery and a great view of Rapid Creek down in the canyon below.  Parking is right off Falling Rock Rd. then the trail is a very well marked path through the trees, easy to follow, and leads you right to the edge of limestone cliffs! The cliffs offer fantastic views and solitude on the right day. Other days it can be a bu...

Little Elk Creek Trail is an out-and-back trail that takes you through a nice forest located near Piedmont, South Dakota.

To get the the trailhead for Rapid Creek you must turn to the east onto Pactola Basin Road or FS road 164 when on Highway 385 crossing the Pactola Reservoir. The road down to the trailhead is steep and can be rough depending on the time of the year. Once at the trailhead there is a parking area, with a map and information of the area. No fee to park, and overnight camping is not allowed. From t...