Some areas are designated fee areas but by and large no fees are required here. This is pretty typical for national forests. Things to Know Before You Visit the Black Hillsĭownloadable Visitor Guide (courtesy USFS) Entrance FeesĮntrance Fees: There are no entrance fees to get into the Black Hills National Forest. Boating (kayaking, canoeing, motors, etc).Rising far above the surrounding prairie, the Black Hills even contains the tallest peak east of the Rocky Mountains.īoasting over 13,000 acres of wilderness, 1,300 miles of streams, 450 miles of hiking trails, and 2 national scenic byways, it’s no wonder why so many consider the Black Hills a recreation paradise. Situated in western South Dakota, the Black Hills National Forest comprises 1.2 million acres of unparalleled beauty.
We decided to feature the Black Hills during the fall season largely due to the breathtaking foliage displays that happen during this time of year.īlack Hills National Forest, South Dakota Since that trip we’ve returned many times, culminating (finally) in a to document the forest in partnership with the state and the US Forest Service. Rushmore was interesting but the real star of the show was the Black Hills National Forest. RELATED: 15 HELPFUL Tips for Visiting Mount Rushmore (Things to Do + Photos) We stopped into the region, like many folks do, for the sole purpose of seeing Mount Rushmore. My first trip to the Black Hills was nearly a decade ago during a road trip with my brother Jim (pictured above) and some friends across America. So, to properly capture the essence of the Black Hills, we partnered with South Dakota to create a breathtaking film on the forest.Ībout Our Travels to the Black Hills National Forest The Black Hills National Forest, South Dakota Sure the air is crisp, the forests are vibrant, and the land is serene, but there’s something intangible about the Black Hills that you just have to experience for yourself. There’s something almost spiritual about this place (just ask the native tribes who’ve lived here for nearly 10,000 years). Maybe it’s just the dazzling rock formations, beautiful pine forests, incredible wildlife, mesmerizing magic hour, and insane amount of recreation opportunities that exist here. Of all the magical natural places I’ve traveled to in America (and beyond), the Black Hills National Forest tops the list. Video can’t be loaded because JavaScript is disabled: BLACK HILLS National Forest 8K South Dakota (Visually Stunning 3min Tour) () The Black Hills National Forest Video we created for the US Forest Service & Travel South Dakota The Most Magical Natural Wonder in All of America – Behold the Black Hills.
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