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Black Elk Peak and Little Devil's Tower Loop route map
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South Dakota

Black Elk Peak and Little Devil's Tower Loop

Custer, South Dakota

7.7 mi

Distance

2,073 ft

Elev. Gain

3h 25m

Est. Time

Loop

Route Type

Difficult

Difficulty

About This Trail

The Black Elk Peak and Little Devil's Tower Loop is a challenging 7.7-mile trail located near Custer, South Dakota. Known for its significant elevation gain of 2,073 feet, the trail offers hikers a demanding yet rewarding journey. The loop reaches a maximum elevation of 2,185 meters, leading adventurers through diverse landscapes. From rocky outcrops to forested areas, this trail is a favorite among experienced hikers looking for a physical challenge combined with breathtaking views.

Trail Conditions

Trail Conditions

Unknown

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Hazards & Warnings

steep elevation gainrocky terrain

Elevation Profile

Min:1,884 ft
Max:2,185 ft
632 ft
632 ft
1,884 ft1,984 ft2,085 ft2,185 ft0.0 mi1.9 mi3.9 mi5.8 mi7.7 mi

Trail Details

Route Type
Loop
Surface
Dirt

Official sources & verification

We don't have curated agency sources for this trail in our cache yet. Outdoors is not the permitting authority — confirm conditions, permits, and access with the managing agency before you go. If you know who manages this trail, please tell us.

Best Seasons

SpringSummerFall

Highlights

forest settingrocky outcropselevated viewpoints

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Path geometry came from our pre-launch legacy database. Routes have not yet been re-verified against the operator and may differ from the actual trail.

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