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Best Hikes in Black Hills National Forest (SD)
22 Sep 2021

Best Hikes in Black Hills National Forest (SD)

by Trailhead Traveler | posted in: Hiking, National Forests | 1

Black Hills National Forest Overview Black Hills National Forest, in western South Dakota and northeastern Wyoming, consists of 1.2 million acres of forested hills and mountains, approximately 110 miles long and 70 miles wide. The Black Hills rise from the adjacent grasslands … Continued

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4 Best Hikes in Wind Cave National Park
25 Oct 2017

4 Best Hikes in Wind Cave National Park

by Trailhead Traveler | posted in: Hiking, National Parks | 1

Wind Cave National Park Overview Below you will find the 4 best hikes in Wind Cave National Park! Located in South Dakota, Wind Cave is the 4th longest cave in the world. Named for barometric winds at its entrance, this … Continued

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6 Best Hikes in Badlands National Park
16 Oct 2017

6 Best Hikes in Badlands National Park

by Trailhead Traveler | posted in: Hiking, National Parks | 0

Badlands National Park Overview Badlands National Park is located in southwestern South Dakota and known for its sharply eroded rock pinnacles, buttes, and spires as well as the largest grass prairie left in the US. Temperatures here can vary greatly … Continued

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