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Rough Surface

Maps. Brochures. Trail Conditions. 

Explore the links below to answer the questions you didn't even know you had.
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George S. Mickelson Trail:

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Mountain Biking in the Black Hills:

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Centennial Trail:

  • The trail runs 109 miles from Deadwood to Edgemont

  • Most of the trail is a groomed gravel surface. Few sections exceed a 4% grade, though some small sections will be a noticeable push/decline

  • Cell service is infrequent and should not be relied upon

  • Most trailheads have a vault toilet and water access

  • Deadwood, Hill City, Custer and Edgemont provide further services

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Fees â€‹

  • Daily: $4 daily (required per person ages 12 and over)

  • Annual: $15 (required per person ages 12 and over)

  • Daily Passes may be purchased in our shop

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Contact Info

George S. Mickelson Trail
11361 Nevada Gulch Road
Lead, SD 57754
605.584.3896
Email: MickelsonTrail@state.sd.us

Beginner or expert, there's a trail for you in The Black Hills. Here are a few links to get you started:

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Great for seeking out specific trail segments. Thorough information on elevation, trail conditions and rider reviews.

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Offers a large list of trailheads and sections in every corner of the Black Hills, as well as important alerts and messages.

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Trail information galore. Events. Involvement. Locals that know the trails best, sharing wisdom with you. 

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A 111-mile trail created to celebrate South Dakota's 100th year of statehood in 1989, The Centennial Trail offers incredible views from Bear Butte State Park near Sturgis, to Wind Cave National Park near Hot Springs.

Some sections of this trail are hiking-only, but mountain bikes are welcome between the Alkali Creek Trailhead and the Dalton Lake Trailhead and between the Pilot Knob Trailhead and the Rapid Creek Trailhead.

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We can get you there!

We shuttle to more than just the Mickelson. Contact us in advance to schedule a ride to or from just about anywhere in the Hills!
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