Tag Archives: Black Hills National Forest

Little Devils Tower, Custer State Park, SD

My first time hiking to Little Devils Tower was by accident. I was 18 years old and on a hike with my family to Black Elk Peak. I had hiked to Black Elk Peak 10 years prior and since no one else in my family had ever done it I was in the lead. AsContinue reading “Little Devils Tower, Custer State Park, SD”

Poets’ Table, Custer State Park, South Dakota

Hidden among the granite peaks of Custer State Park, Poet’s Table is a local treasure that cannot be found on any trail maps. It is a unique spot that is meant for curious adventurers, those who don’t mind getting lost in the woods. Growing up in the Black Hills, Poet’s table was something I hadContinue reading “Poets’ Table, Custer State Park, South Dakota”

Friendship Tower, Deadwood, SD

On our last trip home we made a plan to hike the Friendship Tower with some of our family members. Nestled in the hills above Deadwood, SD the 1 mile balloon loop features panoramic views of the surrounding area. The tower was built in 1919 by the Society of the Black Hills Pioneers at theContinue reading “Friendship Tower, Deadwood, SD”

Black Elk Peak, South Dakota

At 7,242 ft. Black Elk Peak is not only the highest point in South Dakota it is arguably the best and most popular hike in the state. Nestled in the heart of the Black Hills, there are several trails that lead to the summit. Hikers who reach the summit are rewarded with panoramic views ofContinue reading “Black Elk Peak, South Dakota”

Spearfish Falls, South Dakota

Spearfish Canyon has been one of my favorite places since I was a little girl. As kids we spent countless hours exploring the streams and trails that run through this magnificent canyon. Spearfish Falls is one of the canyons hidden gems. This 47 foot waterfall was actually ‘turned off’ for 86 years as the waterContinue reading “Spearfish Falls, South Dakota”

Crow Peak, Spearfish SD

Topping out at 5,760 feet, Crow Peak is the English translation of the Sioux name for the peak, “Paha Karitukateyapi,” which means “the hill where the Crows were killed.” The name stems from a battle between Sioux and Crow American Indians in which the Sioux were victorious. Crow Peak is 6.5 mile out and backContinue reading “Crow Peak, Spearfish SD”