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Black Hills National Forest: Absolute Must-Sees

The Black Hills National Forest encompasses over 1.2 million acres of rugged granite peaks and ponderosa pine forests. This selection features the region's most prominent landmarks, including the monumental carvings at Mount Rushmore and Crazy Horse Memorial. It covers geological highlights like the subterranean passages of Jewel Cave and the 7,242-foot Black Elk Peak. Scenic routes like the Needles Highway provide access to unique rock spires and narrow tunnels, while the limestone canyons of the northern hills house accessible waterfalls such as Spearfish and Roughlock Falls.

Black Hills National Forest: Absolute Must-Sees — Carte

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Mount Rushmore

The Mount Rushmore National Memorial is a national memorial centered on a colossal sculpture carved into the granite face of Mount Rushmore…

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Needles Eye Tunnel

A narrow, one-lane granite tunnel on the Needles Highway measuring 8 feet 4 inches wide by 12 feet high. It provides a tight passage through the rock directly adjacent to the Needles Eye formation.

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Crazy Horse Memorial

The Crazy Horse Memorial is a mountain monument under construction on privately held land in the Black Hills, in Custer County, South…

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Sylvan Lake

Sylvan Lake is a lake located in Custer State Park, in the Black Hills of South Dakota, United States.

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Cathedral Spires Trailhead

Access point for a 1.6-mile moderate hike leading to a valley of towering granite pillars. The spires are a designated National Natural Landmark located within Custer State Park.

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Needles Highway

A spectacular drive full of sharp turns and low tunnels surrounded by forests and meadows.

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Jewel Cave National Monument

Jewel Cave National Monument contains Jewel Cave, currently the fifth longest cave in the world and second longest cave in the United…

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Needles Eye

A distinct granite rock formation sculpted by erosion to feature a narrow vertical slit. It is located along the Needles Highway near the Needles Eye Tunnel.

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Black Elk Peak

Black Elk Peak, formerly known as Harney Peak, is the highest natural point in the U.S. state of South Dakota and the Midwestern United…

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Spearfish Falls

A 47-foot waterfall located in Spearfish Canyon. Accessible via a 0.75-mile nature trail that descends to the canyon floor, providing views of the falls and surrounding limestone cliffs.

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Roughlock Falls

A multi-tiered cascade where Little Spearfish Creek flows over limestone ledges. The area features handicap-accessible boardwalks, viewing platforms, and a paved walking trail.