Horse Riding and Camping
The Black Hills National Forest offers vast areas to explore on horseback. Campgrounds specific to horse camping are Sundance, Iron Creek, and Willow Creek. To prevent the introduction and spread of noxious weeds within National Forest System Lands, only Certified Weed Free Hay/Forage is permitted on Federal land and campgrounds.
- Region 2 Certified Weed Free Forage Requirements
- Weed Free Forage (SD Dept. of Agriculture)
- Wyoming Weed Pest Council - Weed Free Forage Producers & Information
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Veterans Peak Trailhead
The Veterans Peak Trailhead is part of the Sturgis trail system and located near Veterans Peak, at the intersection of FSRs 139.1 and 139.1A. Note: The trailhead has not been constructed yet, but…
Willow Creek Horse Camp
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Located near Mount Rushmore National Memorial, Willow Creek Horse Camp is nestled amongst the rocky outcroppings and pines between the confluence of Willow Creek and Palmer Creek. This beautiful…
Willow Creek Trailhead
Riders and hikers often use the Willow Creek Trail to access Mount Rushmore National Memorial. It descends west to east, with one creek crossing.