South Dakota’s natural beauty is indisputable. While you can see some of it without even leaving your car, most of the truly enchanting places require a bit of hiking to truly appreciate the natural wonders here. Not all hikes are strenuous, though; in fact, this hike is accessible to just about everyone.
Roughlock Falls Nature Area lies inside the stunning Black Hills.
Lebasi10/tripadvisor The Roughlock Falls Trail is a two-mile loop that takes you past some remarkable scenery.
You can see why this place is one of the most photographed spots in the state.
Oliver S./tripadvisor And the best part? It’s accessible to everyone.
The trail starts at Spearfish Canyon Lodge.
The trail takes you past amazing rock formations…
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…past meadows…
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…through alpine forest…
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…and across a bridge.
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The trail is rated ADA-Accessible.
rusticpress/tripadvisor It’s perfect for folks of all ages - from the youngest child to great-grandma!
Roughlock falls are gorgeous, and the overlook gets you right up close to this natural wonder.
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Along the way, you’ll see plenty of wildlife.
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Keep an eye out for the American Dipper, a rare bird that can both swim and walk underwater.
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The Roughlock Falls State Nature Area is the perfect place to spend an entire day.
Brandon Vizenor/flickr Amenities include picnic areas and vault toilets. It’s a day-use area only.
Click here to view the interactive map and get directions.
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The Roughlock Falls Trail is a two-mile loop that takes you past some remarkable scenery.
Oliver S./tripadvisor
And the best part? It’s accessible to everyone.
DeanneH/tripadvisor
DeanneHA/tripadvisor
MS624/tripadvisor
Teresa N./tripadvisor
rusticpress/tripadvisor
It’s perfect for folks of all ages - from the youngest child to great-grandma!
Brian Plunkett/flickr
Frank D. Lospalluto/flickr
Brandon Vizenor/flickr
Amenities include picnic areas and vault toilets. It’s a day-use area only.
Have you ever visited the Roughlock Falls Natural Area? Tell us about it!
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