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Nebraska

Trooper

2.0 mi

Distance

417 ft

Elev. Gain

52m

Est. Time

Easy

Difficulty

About This Trail

The Trooper Trail is a 2-mile, point-to-point trail located within a region managed by the United States Forest Service. Set within a typical forested landscape of southwestern South Dakota's Black Hills, it features a dirt surface. With an elevation gain of 417 feet, it presents a mild challenge to hikers, characterized by gently rolling terrain. Given its elevation range from 1,254 to 1,379 meters, the trail offers scenic views of the surrounding forested area. As a non-paved trail, it is not wheelchair accessible.

Trail Conditions

Trail Conditions

Unknown

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Hazards & Warnings

steep elevation gain

Elevation Profile

Min:1,254 ft
Max:1,379 ft
142 ft
17 ft
1,254 ft1,296 ft1,338 ft1,379 ft0.0 mi0.5 mi1.0 mi1.5 mi2.0 mi

Trail Details

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 setting

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