The Black Hills are in western South Dakota and northeastern Wyoming, covering an area 125 miles long and 65 miles wide. Enjoy yourself while viewing the many rugged rock formations, canyons and gulches, open grassland parks, tumbling streams, and deep blue lakes.

Millions of visitors come to the Black Hills each year to experience the rich and diverse heritage.

 

 

 

 

Mountain Pine Beetle Response Project

MPB Pitch

A new project would help foresters respond to mountain pine beetles in the Black Hills National Forest.

  

2012 Motorized Travel Maps Available!

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Summer Flowers

Check out our companion media site! ForestPhoto.com allows you to search, browse, and download BKNF photos, videos, documents, and audio files.


Watch Out For Dead Trees

mountain pine beetle

Have fun, but look up, look down, look all around, and beware of falling dead trees. The mountain pine beetle epidemic is spreading in the Black Hills, even as foresters work to address the situation.

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Volunteer Opportunities

Passport In Time

The US Forest Service volunteer program provides a memorable experience!

Forest Service Job Outreaches

Lookout Tower Employee

Interested in a career with the Forest Service? Check out the latest FS job openings available across the country.

 




Aerial Video & Photos

aerial of mount roosevelt

Check out aerial photos and video of the Black Hills National Forest. More Photos

Historical Documents Available

1938 Forest Service Map

Check out 100 major historical documents recently loaded at www.forestphoto.com!



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