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Mount Roosevelt Friendship Tower
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An Everlasting Friendship
Deadwood Sheriff, Seth Bullock, built the Mount Roosevelt Friendship Tower as a dedication to Pres. Theodore Roosevelt.
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Tower Projects
Mount Roosevelt underwent stabilization in 2010 to reinforce the base & restore the monument for public use.
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Take a Virtual Tour
Travel back in time to the era of Theodore Roosevelt & Seth Bullock. (May 2012)
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Exploring the Tower
The trail to the tower is approx. 1 mile round trip.
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Kids in Parks ~ Track Trails Adventure
Visit the Mount Roosevelt Kids in Parks - TRACK Trail webpage for a fun & interactive family adventure!
At a Glance
| Operational Hours: | Sunrise to Sunset, Year-round |
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| Fees: | No fee |
| Usage: | Medium |
| Restrictions: | No Camping |
| Closest Towns: | Deadwood, South Dakota |
| Water: | No |
| Restroom: | Vault Toilet (1) |
| Operated By: | Forest Service |
| Information Center: | Northern Hills Ranger District, (605) 642-4622 |
General Information
Directions:From Deadwood, South Dakota take US Highway 85 north for 1.5 miles. Turn west on Forest Service Road 133 and drive for about 2 miles to the Mt. Roosevelt Picnic area. The trail begins at the picnic area.
Activities
Interpretive Areas
Recreation areas with activity Interpretive Areas:Picnicking
Recreation areas with activity Picnicking:The Mount Roosevelt Picnic Area has five picnic sites.