Roof Trail
Jewel Cave National Monument, Custer County, SD
Loop trail in Jewel Cave National Monument, Custer County, SD. Hiking & Walking.
- Distance
- 0.4 mi (0.7 km)
- Elevation Gain
- 72 ft (22 m)
- Est. Time
- 10 min
- High point
- 5,440 ft (1,658 m)
- Difficulty
- Easy
- Route type
- Loop
Features
Questions about Roof Trail
How long is Roof Trail?
Roof Trail is 0.4 mi (0.7 km) long. Most people take about 10 min. It climbs 72 ft (22 m) in total, up to a high point of 5,440 ft (1,658 m).
How hard is Roof Trail?
GoTrails rates it Easy, from its length and how much it climbs.
Where do you park for Roof Trail?
Parking at the start.
Are there water and toilets on Roof Trail?
No water mapped: bring all you need. No toilets mapped.
Is Roof Trail shaded?
Mostly shaded (89% under trees).
Is Roof Trail good for kids?
Yes, it is marked as kid friendly.
What can you do on Roof Trail?
Best for Hiking. Also: Walking.
Is this a good week for Roof 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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- Hell Canyon Spur Trail Black Hills National Forest · Easy · 0.5 mi (0.8 km)
- Richardson Cutoff Black Hills National Forest · Moderate · 4.3 mi (6.9 km)
- Iron Shoe Trail Custer County · Easy · 0.9 mi (1.4 km)
- Deerfield Lake Loop Black Hills National Forest · Moderate · 11.4 mi (18.3 km)
- Lightning Strike Trail Black Hills National Forest · Easy · 1.8 mi (3 km)
- Sunday Gulch Trail Custer State Park · Moderate · 3.1 mi (4.9 km)
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