Veterans Point Trail
A fully accessible trail along the shore of the Pactola Reservoir.
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Veterans Point Trail Details
The 3/4-mile boardwalk of the Veterans Point Trail in Black Hills National Forest is fully wheelchair accessible, allowing people of all abilities to enjoy the view of the Pactola Reservoir as well as a short jaunt through a ponderosa-pine forest. Interpretive signs point out highlights along the way. The trail is located in the Veterans Point area of the park, which has a picnic area, restrooms, and fishing piers (also accessible). The parking lot for the trail is right off of Highway 385, on the east side of the lake.
Difficulty
Low
Distance
0.75 miles
Estimated time
30 minutes
Region
N/A
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Nearby Points of Interest Around Veterans Point Trail
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0.5 mi away
Pactola Recreation Area
This is the largest and deepest body of water in the Black Hills National Forest, and a prime location for fishing and other water activities.
1.0 mi away
Osprey Trail
This loop trail climbs up to a scenic overlook spur trail, with views of Pactola Lake.
1.2 mi away
Pactola Campground
This campground at the southern shores of Pactola Reservoir is one of the more popular campgrounds in the National Forest.
6.2 mi away
Rapid City, S.D.
Rapid City, S.D. could be called the gateway to Mount Rushmore: its regional airport is just 31 miles and 45 minutes from the memorial.
7.6 mi away
Sheridan Lake Recreation Area
The 383-acre reservoir is a prime destination for boating, fishing, hiking, biking, camping, and more.
