SPONSORED BY

Black Hills Volkssport Association

SANCTION NUMBER

START POINT

Big Hill Trailhead, Spearfish, SD

START/FINISH TIMES

Start:  8am - 11pm
Finish by  3pm

TRAIL RATING

2+

DISTANCE

11K Walk

FEES

$ - Credit Only
$ - Registered Walker

TRAIL DESCRIPTION

Big Hill Trails meander through mixed stands of quaking aspen, paper birch, and ponderosa pines.  Trails are groomed and will follow loop A and C trails.  Plan to carry your own water on the trail.

EVENT INFORMATION

Big Hill was named when the early prospectors, heading to Gold Fields with wagons and teams of horses, could barely make it over the “Big Hill”  when coming from Spearfish.  Start point is over 5400'.

DIRECTIONS

Take I-90 exit 8, turn onto McGuigan Road towards Spearfish.  Continue on McGuigan Road / Forest 134 for 9.5 miles.  Watch for signs.

NEED A MAP
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WEATHER INFORMATION

Visit the Black Hills, Badlands & Lakes web site for South Dakota area maps  Click on "maps" found in the lower left hand corner of the home page or BH Maps on the right hand side of the web site home page.  Weather information found below "maps".

DISCLAIMER

The sponsors are not liable for accidents, thefts and/or material damage.  Every effort will be made to make these events safe, enjoyable and memorable.  The event will take place regardless of weather conditions, please dress accordingly.  No refunds will be given.  Children under 12 must be accompanied by an adult.  All participants will be required to sign liability disclaimer.

IVV RECORD BOOKS

Event and distance books will be available for purchase for $5.00 each at the Start/Finish.  This event counts towards the acquisition of IVV achievement awards.

WATER

Carrying water is highly recommended.

FOOD

N/A

PETS

Yes

RESTROOMS

Yes

CONTACT PERSON