This wonderful 109-mile rail-to-trail utilizes the original Black Hills Railroad line built to supply the Homestake Mine in Deadwood. Being built on an existing rail line, the Mickelson Trail is easy to follow and moderate in grade making it a perfect self-guided trail!
Pedal through the pinnacles and spectacular formations of Badlands National Park
Bike through the Black Hills Needles and Cathedral Spires and then up Iron Mt Road, descending down the famous “pigtail bridges” and through numerous rock tunnels that frame Mt. Rushmore.
Enjoy Mount Rushmore and the best of the Black Hills! Visit the famous faces and spend the day in the natural splendor of the Hills!
Black Hills Tour Company operates under a special use permit on the Black Hills National Forest