Blacktail Trail

This seven-mile, gravel-surfaced loop trail features mixed grass prairie, badlands formations, and scenic viewpoints. Open to hiking, moutain biking, and horseback riding.

At a Glance

Operational Hours:	Open year-round. Wear bright clothing or consider avoiding use during fall hunting season (October and November).
Area Amenities:	Interpretive Site: Interpretive panels along the trail
Restrictions:	No motorized use.
Closest Towns:	Lemmon, SD
Information Center:	Grand River Ranger District, 605-374-3592

General Information

Directions:

From Lemmon, SD, travel approximately 16 miles south on Highway 73. Turn east on Forest Road 5626 and travel for a half mile. Turn north on Forest Road 5740 and travel for one mile.

Parking:

Accesible facilities and parking for cars, trucks, and trailers available at the Blacktail Trailhead.