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  • G B
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    A Must Visit

    Sylvan Lake is a must visit location when visiting the Black Hills area and this is the location of the trail heads leading you to the mountain peak. Get to Custer Park early because the parking lots ...

    Reviewed on Sep 18, 2023
  • Henk G
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    Must do, strenuous hike

    Definitely not an easy hike, however astonishing views, and when you reach the watchtower you feel some accomplishment. Recommend to walk counter clockwise in the loop (from the parking lot), as you o...

    Reviewed on Sep 10, 2023
  • NeoAxion
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    Must do in the area!

    Honestly, the view at the top surpassed all my expectations. Absolutely breathtaking views of the black hills and surrounding area. It is crazy how far you can see around you. If you are fit enough...

    Reviewed on May 8, 2023
  • 606darrenc
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    Wonderful hike.

    A moderate hike but long with some superb views once you get to the end. Took me about 3.5 hours to walk up trail nine and then back down trail 4 so less than suggested but still worth every step. Lot...

    Reviewed on Apr 30, 2023
  • williamo126
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    Great summit views

    Black Elk Peak is the tallest mountain east of the Rocky Mountains so it is a bit of a challenge to climb. I climbed from Sylvan Lake. The trail is well marked and easy to follow. It does climb qui...

    Reviewed on Nov 14, 2022