Black Elk Peak and Little Devil's Tower Loop

Keystone, South Dakota

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Distance

7.85 miles

Elevation Gain

1621 ft

Route Type

Loop

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Black Elk Peak and Little Devil's Tower Loop is a loop trail that takes you by a lake located near Custer, South Dakota.

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Black Elk Peak and Little Devil's Tower Loop Reviews

Nicholas Licht

Black Elk Peak and Little Devil's Tower Loop

05/15/23

Great with a great view at the top ;)

5.0

Greg C

Black Elk Peak and Little Devil's Tower Loop

07/06/22

Although I did not take the out-and-back to Little Devils Tower, I did do the main loop. This trail would be my recommendation if you plan to do Black Elk Peak. Gives a little more scenery than an out-an-back and was not rigorous. It also brings you very close to the Cathedral Spires which are a sight to see!

5.0

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Sylvan Lake Shore Trail

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