Are dogs allowed on Cactus Hills Trail?

Yes, dogs are allowed on Cactus Hills Trail but must be kept on a leash at all times. Pack out waste and respect wildlife.

Do I need a permit to hike Cactus Hills Trail?

No, Cactus Hills Trail does not currently require a permit. Still check for seasonal closures or day-use fees with the managing agency before heading out.

How difficult is Cactus Hills Trail?

Cactus Hills Trail is rated moderate. It is 1.7 miles long with 253 feet of elevation gain. Difficulty ratings reflect a combination of distance, elevation gain, and terrain — your experience will depend on your fitness level and trail conditions.

Is Cactus Hills Trail suitable for kids?

Yes, Cactus Hills Trail is considered kid-friendly. As always with children, bring water and snacks, pace yourself, and watch for weather changes and wildlife.

Status unknown — verify before visiting

We don't have current condition data for this trail. Check with the land manager before you go.

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ModerateLoop

South Dakota

Cactus Hills Trail

Sioux Falls, South Dakota

1.7 mi

Distance

253 ft

Elev. Gain

40m

Est. Time

Loop

Route Type

Moderate

Difficulty

About This Trail

Imported description

The trail has a mature oak forest with well marked trails. The trail has a nice canopy of trees. The trail is located in the hills near the river. There is a lot of wildlife in the hills. The dirt trail goes through mature Oak trees.

Trail Conditions

Unknown

We have no current condition data for this trail. Check with the operator before you go, and submit a report below if you've been recently.

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Elevation Profile

Min:412 ft

Max:462 ft

77 ft

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.

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Legacy import — verify before navigating

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.