Hiking

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Adventurers and outdoor enthusiasts can enjoy hikes in the Spearfish area ranging from the leisurely walks to the more rugged. 

As hiking and backpacking have become a signature activity for Spearfish and the northern Black Hills, we have provided a list of popular hikes everyone can enjoy. Follow the links for more information on difficulty, length, and other statistics.

Popular Trails

76 Trail

This trail is for hikers only as it is a steep uphill climb as it ascends to the rim of Spearfish Canyon in roughly three-quarters mile. 

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Big Hill Trails

Big Hill was named when the early prospectors, heading to gold fields with wagons and teams of horses, could barely make it over the "Big Hill" when coming from Spearfish. 

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Crow Peak Trail

The climb to the summit of Crow Peak is a bit demanding, with roughly 1600 feet to climb, but once you arrive at the top, you’ll be glad you did. You can catch your breath on the way down and enjoy the view at the same time. 

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Eagle Cliff Trails

The Eagle Cliff Trails were developed by local skiing enthusiasts in the mid 1980s. This trail system became popular among other recreational enthusiasts because of the opportunity to create your own adventure. 

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Iron Creek Trail

Iron Creek Trail is one of the most unique and simple trails in Spearfish Canyon. The trail is unmarked, however, just a few miles past Bridal Veil Falls you will see a large pullout parking area just before the Iron Creek bridge. The trail begins as you pass between two large rocks at the...

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Little Spearfish Trail

The sign at the trailhead is a bit confusing, but if you are standing at the sign, you can go either right or left and you are on the Little Spearfish Trail loop. If you go counter clockwise you will start out with an easy hike along the creek. This is the only water for most of the trail so if you ...

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Lookout Mountain Trail

Lookout Mountain is the closest peak to central Spearfish and offers a large system of hiking and biking trails.

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Old Baldy Trail

Old Baldy trail offers great hiking, biking, and cross-country skiing.

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Rimrock Trail

Consisting of two loops with an overlap with Little Spearfish Trails, Rimrock Trail is popular among family hikers.

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Roughlock Falls Trail

Roughlock Falls is one of the most visited areas in South Dakota. The Roughlock Falls trailhead is located just beyond Spearfish Canyon Lodge along FSR 222.

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