Sundance Trail System

The Sundance Trail System is the most secluded trail systems in the park.

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Sundance Trail System Details

The Sundance Trail System is the most secluded trail systems in the park. There are nearly 40 miles of trails throughout the Bearlodge Mountains. The trails weave through canyons and climb ridges, with incredible views of Devil's Tower, the Custer Expedition Route, and Twin Missouri Buttes. Many of these trails were established hundreds of years ago by pioneer settlers in the region; they were often used to reach mining operations or fresh water sources. You might see evidence of the 1936 Sundance Fire, which burned over 8,000 acres and left scars that remain to this day. Take Country Road 123 three miles north from Sundance to access these trails.

Difficulty

Moderate

Distance

40 miles

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Nearby Points of Interest Around Sundance Trail System

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0.1 mi away

Sundance Horse Camp

This is one of the only campgrounds in the Black Hills National Forest designed specifically for horse campers.

3.9 mi away

Reuter Campground

Located on Wyoming Highway 24, just off I-90 at exit 185, this campground has 24 sites at $10 per site per night.

10.9 mi away

Cook Lake Recreation Area Campground

The Cook Lake Campground has 32 tent and RV sites and 33 picnic areas.

10.9 mi away

Cook Lake Trail

An easy jaunt around Cook Lake.

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Cliff Swallow Trail

This trail follows Beaver Creek and passes through mountain lion country.