Hill City, South Dakota · Custer County · Facility
There are 3 Iron Creek Trailheads. Iron Creek East, Iron Creek West and Iron Creek, which is located in Custer State Park south of Iron Creek Campground. Just outside the southern edge of the Black Elk Wilderness, this is an excellent trail for mountain bikers.
There are 3 Iron Creek Trailheads. Iron Creek East, Iron Creek West and Iron Creek, which is located in Custer State Park south of Iron Creek Campground. Just outside the southern edge of the Black Elk Wilderness, this is an excellent trail for mountain bikers.
Heading to Iron Creek West Trailhead (Trail #15)? A few things to know before you go:
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