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Cathedral Spires viewpoint

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Cathedral Spires viewpoint

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  • Location: Custer County, South Dakota, United States

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    August 23, 2023

    Hiking

    Even though you can already see the Cathedral Spires from the Needles Highway down below, it's another level to see them that close from the trail. The huge granite spires are rising hundreds of feet and belong to the largest rock faces in the Black Hills.

    October 30, 2023

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    Even though you can already see the Cathedral Spires from the Needles Highway down below, it's another level to see them that close from the trail. The huge granite spires are rising hundreds of feet and belong to the largest rock faces in the Black Hills.
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    Black Elk Peak via Cathedral Spires Trail

    9.75km

    03:05

    370m

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    Embark on a moderate hiking adventure to Black Elk Peak, South Dakota's highest point, via the scenic Cathedral Spires Trail. This route covers 6.1 miles (9.8 km) and involves a…

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    2.34km

    00:52

    150m

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    Embark on an easy 1.5-mile (2.3 km) hike along the Cathedral Spires Trail, a route that guides you through serene pine and spruce forests. You will gain 499 feet (152…

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    Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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    Elevation 2,030 m

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    Location: Custer County, South Dakota, United States

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