Highland Creek Trail
Wind Cave National Park, Custer County, SD
Out-and-back trail in Wind Cave National Park, Custer County, SD. Hiking.
- Distance
- 11 mi (17.8 km)
- Elevation Gain
- 1,099 ft (335 m)
- Est. Time
- 4 hr 5 min
- High point
- 4,347 ft (1,325 m)
- Difficulty
- Hard
- Route type
- Out & back
Features
Questions about Highland Creek Trail
How long is Highland Creek Trail?
Highland Creek Trail is 11 mi (17.8 km) long. Most people take about 4 hr 5 min. It climbs 1,099 ft (335 m) in total, up to a high point of 4,347 ft (1,325 m).
How hard is Highland Creek Trail?
GoTrails rates it Hard, from its length and how much it climbs.
Is Highland Creek Trail shaded?
Mostly exposed (12% under trees).
Can you bring a dog on Highland Creek Trail?
No, dogs are not allowed, according to OpenStreetMap.
What can you do on Highland Creek Trail?
Best for Hiking.
Is this a good week for Highland Creek 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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