Things To Do » Trails
September 6, 2008 7:54 PM
Western South Dakota Trails
Ten Mile Road
Stretch between Hill City, Keystone offers change of pace
“I’m a man, I’ma make a new plan
Time for me to just stand up, and travel new land
Time for me to just take matters into my own hands
Once I’m over these tracks man I’ma never look back
(8 mile road) And I’m gone,
I know right where I’m going ... » read more
Black Hills marathons
In the Black Hills, long-distance runners can rejoice in conquering some of the most drop-dead gorgeous trails anywhere during several annual world-class running events. They are:
Deadwood Mickelson Trail Marathon: This year’s event is June 3. The run starts at the Rochford trailhead near the Rochford Fire Station on the Mickelson Trail. » read more
Step into history, beauty
Fun is what draws people to sanctioned volksmarches across the region. Anyone with a $3 entry fee is welcome. And those willing to pay a $5 annual fee can become a member of the Black Hills Volkssport Association, which coordinates and schedules many volksmarches. » read more
Moon walks
Beginning at 7 p.m. on Saturdays close to the full moon from May through October, Moon Walks, sponsored by Black Hills National Forest, give participants insight into the beauty and history of the Black Hills. » read more
Mickelson Trail Trek
Trail trek inspires East Coast woman to move to Black Hills.
Although many people think of riding the Mickelson Trail Trek as a good way to spend a weekend, get some exercise and enjoy camaraderie, the ride did a little more for Lead resident Joan Irwin.
“It’s actually what brought me out here to live,” she said. » read more