Devil's Tower – Alpine Picnic Area loop from Alpine
Devil's Tower – Alpine Picnic Area loop from Alpine
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Devil's Tower – Alpine Picnic Area loop from Alpine
01:36
27.9km
320m
Road cycling
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.
Last updated: March 27, 2026
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Waypoints
Start point
Parking
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2.66 km
Devil's Tower
Highlight • Monument
Tip by
16.9 km
Palisades Interstate Park
Nature Reserve
21.3 km
Alpine Picnic Area
Highlight • Rest Area
Tip by
27.9 km
End point
Parking
Way Types & Surfaces
Way Types
13.0 km
8.25 km
6.58 km
< 100 m
Surfaces
19.6 km
6.98 km
1.15 km
153 m
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Description
If you're looking for a road cycling route that combines an iconic landmark with a solid workout, the Devil's Tower – Alpine Picnic Area loop from Alpine is a moderate 17.3-mile (27.9 km) ride with 1055 feet (322 metres) of climbing, typically taking about 1 hour and 36 minutes. It's an ideal choice for cyclists who want to experience a geological wonder by bike, offering a memorable journey to the base of the Tower.
What to expect on Devil's Tower – Alpine Picnic Area loop from Alpine
The route offers awe-inspiring views of Devil's Tower, a striking geological formation that dominates the landscape. You'll pedal on paved roads, winding through forests with various pullouts to admire the Tower and the Belle Fourche River flowing calmly at its base. The climb to the Tower is consistently uphill, making for an invigorating pedal, while the return is largely downhill. This ride is perfect for those who want to experience an iconic landmark by bike, offering a mix of challenging ascents and rewarding views of the surrounding plains, ponderosa pines, and potentially wildlife like white-tailed deer and wild turkeys.
Planning your visit
While a specific 'Devil's Tower – Alpine Picnic Area loop' isn't a named route, this ride utilizes the paved roads within Devil's Tower National Monument. Be aware that roads leading to the monument may not always have dedicated shoulders for bikes, so vigilance for larger vehicles is advised, especially outside of light morning traffic. The Alpine Picnic Area itself provides a shaded spot with views of the monument and river, making it a pleasant stop. Check the National Park Service website for any entrance fees or specific cycling regulations within the monument.
- Distance: 17.3 miles (27.9 km)
- Elevation gain: 1055 feet (322 metres)
- Difficulty: moderate
- Estimated time: 1 hours and 36 minutes
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