George S. Mickelson Trail
Black Hills National Forest, Lawrence County, SD
Point-to-point trail in Black Hills National Forest, Lawrence County, SD. Road & touring bike.
- Distance
- 28.6 mi (46 km)
- Elevation Gain
- 1,831 ft (558 m)
- Est. Time
- 3 hr 15 min
- High point
- 6,227 ft (1,898 m)
- Difficulty
- Hard
- Route type
- Point to point
Features
Along the way
- Bike repair station 3.6 mi (5.8 km) from start
- Trailhead: Dumont Trailhead - George S. Mickelson Trail 14.4 mi (23.3 km) from start
- Shelter 24.6 mi (39.5 km) from start
- Waterfall 28.4 mi (45.6 km) from start
From OpenStreetMap. Check before you rely on water or toilets.
Questions about George S. Mickelson Trail
How long is George S. Mickelson Trail?
George S. Mickelson Trail is 28.6 mi (46 km) long. Most people take about 3 hr 15 min. It climbs 1,831 ft (558 m) in total, up to a high point of 6,227 ft (1,898 m).
How hard is George S. Mickelson Trail?
GoTrails rates it Hard, from its length and how much it climbs.
Where do you park for George S. Mickelson Trail?
Parking at the start. 25 more lots along the route.
Are there water and toilets on George S. Mickelson Trail?
No water mapped: bring all you need. Toilets: 3.6 mi (5.8 km).
Is George S. Mickelson Trail shaded?
Partly shaded (38% under trees).
Can you bring a dog on George S. Mickelson Trail?
Yes, dogs are allowed, according to OpenStreetMap.
What can you do on George S. Mickelson Trail?
Best for Road & touring bike. Shared with bikes. Surface: gravel.
Where can you eat near George S. Mickelson Trail?
Lou Lou's, 0.1 mi (0.1 km) from the start. 1 more places to eat. Shop: Pack Horse Liquor Convenience, 0.2 mi (0.4 km).
Is this a good week for George S. Mickelson Trail?
GoTrails turns the 7-day forecast at the start and at the high point into a clear go / no-go: temperature, rain, storms, wind, heat, air quality and daylight, with a suggested start time. This week’s call is at the top of this page.
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- Breakneck Trail Black Hills National Forest · Easy · 0.4 mi (0.6 km)
- Terry Cut Across Lawrence County · Moderate · 0.3 mi (0.5 km)
- Hobo Queen Lawrence County · Moderate · 0.5 mi (0.8 km)
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GoTrails · Route data: © OpenStreetMap