This city at the heart of the Black Hills Gold Rush is where Old West figures “Calamity Jane” once lived and where “Wild Bill” Hickok played his last game of cards. Black Hills, isolated eroded mountain region in western South Dakota and northeastern Wyoming, U.S., lying largely within Black Hills National Forest.The hills lie between the Cheyenne and Belle Fourche rivers and rise about 3,000 feet (900 metres) above the surrounding plains. A list of the best hikes in the Hills wouldn’t be complete without mentioning Black Elk Peak (formerly known as Harney Peak).
More commonly known as US Highway 385, the parkway is the longest road in the Black Hills and passes through several area tourist communities. Located 12 miles northwest of Custer, Bear Mountain is considered to be the center of the Black hills. Our website is more than just a product showpiece. Discover 5 other national parks, 9 state parks, attractions, places to stay, dining, trails and more. The Black Hills (Lakota: Ȟe Sápa; Cheyenne: Moʼȯhta-voʼhonáaeva; Hidatsa: awaxaawi shiibisha) are a small and isolated mountain range rising from the Great Plains of North America in western South Dakota and extending into Wyoming, United States.

Between Deer Mountain and Terry Peak, and within minutes to downtown Deadwood, you can't go wrong. If you’re one of the millions of people going to Mount Rushmore National Memorial this year, you’ll also be heading into the Black Hills National Forest. Top The Black Hills Hiking Trails: See reviews and photos of hiking trails in The Black Hills, South Dakota on Tripadvisor. Top attractions like Mount Rushmore and Crazy Horse Memorial pull in many crowds.
... Tree House in the Mountains Kitchen & Dining Room. Mad Mountain Adventures offers top of the line ATV and snowmobile rentals in the Black Hills. Call today for your rental at 605-578-1878 Iron Mountain Road, also known as US-16A, begins just outside of Keystone, South Dakota. View listing photos, review sales history, and use our detailed real estate filters to find the perfect place. Home of Mount Rushmore. Grand as it is, Mount Rushmore is only a small piece of the 1.25-million-acre forest and all there is to see and explore. Black Elk Peak. See options that may be available to you. Rocky Mountains & Black Hills National Parks Tour (Starts in Salt Lake City) Base Price: $1749 ... Rocky Mountain National Park to Cheyenne.

Gilded Mountain will bring the modern luxuries to your stay! Heated pool, two hot tubs, private game room, rec room, and bar top! At the summit of Bear Mountain is one of the few remaining active fire towers in the Black Hills.