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Explore the pristine nature of one of North America's most scenic wilderness areas at Black Hills National Forest. Covering over 5,000 sq km (1,931 sq mi), the forest offers breathtaking views, miles of waterways and hiking trails, abundant wildlife, diverse landscapes, and everything else you need for a great time outdoors. The area also features several historical sights, numerous camping grounds and picnic areas, as well as fishing reservoirs. If you don’t have the time for a longer stay, you can enjoy the scenery just as much by driving the forest's scenic byways. Entering the forest area is free of charge, but there are fees for using certain facilities. Put Black Hills National Forest on your schedule, and learn what else deserves a visit by using our Custer online travel planner.
Black Hills National Forest reviews
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Black Hills Nation Forest is one of the must sees. This beautiful area is nature at its best, looks untouched and gorgeous.
Black Hills Nation Forest is one of the must sees. This beautiful area is nature at its best, looks untouched and gorgeous. more »
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This whole area is so incredibly beautiful! We truly enjoyed the views and the terrain. We also saw a lot of wildlife: deer and longhorn sheep mostly. We really enjoyed our tour of the area.
This whole area is so incredibly beautiful! We truly enjoyed the views and the terrain. We also saw a lot of wildlife: deer and longhorn sheep mostly. We really enjoyed our tour of the area. more »
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Beautiful, beautiful area! We have a blast riding trails and camping with friends and family. We love it so much we go about 3 to 4 times a year. The drive is anywhere between 5 and 7 hours for us and it's so worth it!
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I have now been fortunate enough to have lived in the Black Hills National Forest almost 16 years now. I own a great property on Sunny Side, Lead at an elevation that affords me a view overlooking the historic town with hills and forest all around. I’m on the trails most days with my dog Mack and hoping nothing changes here. The views year round can leave you speechless. Being here affords us the time to come to an appreciation of the history, triumphs and sadness. For pioneers, for Native Americans . We don’t rewrite our history, we appreciate it and respect it here. My waking dream passing through this mostly untouched land is a reward I feel I don’t deserve.
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