Hill City loop from Hill City

Hill City loop from Hill City

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Hill City loop from Hill City

02:21

41.4km

380m

Gravel riding

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

Last updated: November 7, 2026

Tips

Your route passes through protected areas

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Black Hills National Forest

Waypoints

Start point

Train Station

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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 film, and of course the inevitable allosaurs and T-Rex. All of these animal fossils are American and the majority of them have been found in the region, as well as in the states of the Dakotas and Montana. A visit not to be missed while passing through Hill City! Admission only costs a few dollars. They also serve coffee and you will find the inevitable souvenir shop. A way to remind you that the American West is a paradise for all dinosaur hunters.

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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." You can take a ride on the 1880s-era train for a scenic trip through the area. Hill City is also close to Custer State Park and the George S. Mickelson Trail for hiking, biking, and wildlife watching. The Black Hills Institute of Geological Research has fossil exhibits, including the famous T. rex, Sue. With local wineries and easy access to Mount Rushmore and Crazy Horse Memorial, Hill City offers an exciting mix of history, nature, and culture.

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19.8 km

the breathtaking descent into Custer

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

As you head further south towards Custer, it feels like you're far from civilization. Buckthorn Mountain comes into view, surrounded by wide stretches of open greenery.

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41.4 km

End point

Train Station

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