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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BHNF Trail #77: Dugout Gulch Botanical Trail

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Saddle Pass

Pilot Knob Trailhead

Pilot Knob Trailhead

BHNF Trail #72: Big Hill Trails

BHNF Trail #72: Big Hill Trails

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Indian Creek Recreation Area

Highland Creek Trailhead

Highland Creek Trailhead

Okobojo Point Recreation Area

Okobojo Point Recreation Area

BHNF Trail #32: Hell Canyon Trail

BHNF Trail #32: Hell Canyon Trail

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East Bison Flats Trail at Wind Cave National Park

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Sylvan Lake Shore Trail

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Castle Trail (East)

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West Pollock Recreation Area

Cliff Shelf

Cliff Shelf

Sugarloaf Trailhead

Sugarloaf Trailhead

Little Devils Tower Trail

Little Devils Tower Trail

Dumont Trailhead

Dumont Trailhead

BHNF Trail #80: Little Spearfish Trail

BHNF Trail #80: Little Spearfish Trail

Pringle Trailhead

Pringle Trailhead