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United States
South Dakota
Pennington County
Hill City

Hill City – Major Lake Park loop from Hill City

Routes
United States
South Dakota
Pennington County
Hill City

Hill City – Major Lake Park loop from Hill City

Moderate

4.8

(8963)

8,964

riders

Hill City – Major Lake Park loop from Hill City

01:28

22.4km

270m

Gravel riding

Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: March 30, 2026

Tips

Your route passes through protected areas

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Black Hills National Forest

Waypoints

A

Start point

Train Station

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1

246 m

Black Hills Museum of Natural History

Highlight • Monument

The collection of this prehistoric museum is just amazing. In one room, gigantic ammonites, antediluvian crocodile skulls, carapace fish of impressive sizes that seem straight out of a science fiction …

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2

508 m

Hill City

Highlight • Settlement

Hill City, South Dakota, has a rich history and plenty of outdoor activities. Founded during the Black Hills gold rush, the town is known as "The Heart of the Hills." …

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3

951 m

Major Lake Park

Highlight • Lake

Major Lake Park is a quiet lakeside spot in Hill City, perfect for a picnic, a wildlife break, or a quick detour off the Mickelson Trail. Look out for geese, deer, and the local osprey.

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4

5.42 km

View of Harney Peak

Highlight • Viewpoint

On this stretch of the George S. Mickelson Trail, you’ll get clear views of Harney Peak, the highest point in South Dakota, surrounded by the rugged beauty of the Black Hills.

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B

22.4 km

End point

Train Station

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Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

12.9 km

8.44 km

970 m

105 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

9.01 km

8.44 km

4.04 km

966 m

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Elevation

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Highest point (1,720 m)

Lowest point (1,520 m)

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Tuesday 19 May

11°C

-3°C

6 %

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Max wind speed: 14.0 km/h

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