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

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Castle Trail (West)

French Creek Natural Area

French Creek Natural Area

Lake Thompson Recreation Area

Lake Thompson Recreation Area

Rapid Creek Trailhead

Rapid Creek Trailhead

BHNF Trail #9: Harney Peak North

BHNF Trail #9: Harney Peak North

BHNF Trail #93: Sundance Trail

BHNF Trail #93: Sundance Trail

Presidential Trail at Mount Rushmore

Presidential Trail at Mount Rushmore

Pierson Ranch Recreation Area

Pierson Ranch Recreation Area

Pilot Knob Trailhead

Pilot Knob Trailhead

Farm Island Recreation Area

Farm Island Recreation Area

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BHNF Trail #40L: Deerfield Lake Loop Trail

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Spirit Mound Historic Prairie

Swan Creek Recreation Area

Swan Creek Recreation Area

Fort Sisseton Historic State Park

Fort Sisseton Historic State Park

Chief White Crane Recreation Area

Chief White Crane Recreation Area

Harbach Park / Custer Trailhead

Harbach Park / Custer Trailhead

Minnekahata Trailhead

Minnekahata Trailhead

Revheim Bay Recreation Area

Revheim Bay Recreation Area