BHNF Trail #9: Harney Peak South

This is the most popular route to Harney Peak – be prepared to encounter many people, especially in the summer.
Hikers begin on a roadbed that leads to a fire tower built by the Civilian Conservation Corps, now on the Register of Historic Places.
The trail is steep, but the rewars include stunning views of four states.

Trail Elevation: Elevation: 6,100 to 7,200 feet
Trail Difficulty: Moderate
Trail Distance: 3.5 miles

South Dakota Trails / State Parks

BHNF Trail #32: Hell Canyon Trail

BHNF Trail #32: Hell Canyon Trail

Pringle Trailhead

Pringle Trailhead

Roughlock Falls Trail

Roughlock Falls Trail

BHNF Trail #66: Old Baldy Trail

BHNF Trail #66: Old Baldy Trail

BHNF Trail #79: Rimrock Trails

BHNF Trail #79: Rimrock Trails

Medicine Loop (East)

Medicine Loop (East)

BHNF Trail #91: Cliff Swallow Trail

BHNF Trail #91: Cliff Swallow Trail

Door Trail

Door Trail

Custer State Park

Custer State Park

Swan Creek Recreation Area

Swan Creek Recreation Area

Burlington Northern Hill City Trailhead

Burlington Northern Hill City Trailhead

South Side and Valley View Trails at Devils Tower National Monument

South Side and Valley View Trails at Devils Tower National Monument

Lake Alvin Recreation Area

Lake Alvin Recreation Area

Lake Herman State Park

Lake Herman State Park

BHNF Trail #9: Harney Peak South

BHNF Trail #9: Harney Peak South

Canyons Trail

Canyons Trail

Big Stone Island Nature Area

Big Stone Island Nature Area

George S. Mickelson Trail

George S. Mickelson Trail