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Photo of skiers by sign for Eagle Cliff TrailsCross country skiers will enjoy over 70 miles of trail, some groomed by local ski clubs. In the higher northern hills, annual snowfall can reach 180 inches. Three trail systems stand out. Eagle Cliff Trails is a self-guided loop system that were originally developed for cross-country skiing. The Big Hills Trails is 16 mile system of five easy to moderate loops and a spur to the rim of Spearfish Canyon. And it's hard to beat the Bear Mountain Trails, 16.1 miles of breathtaking views and much wildlife.

Trail locator map for Black Hills National Forest

Some other trails to explore include:

Centennial Trail— 111 miles. A landmark trail that stretches across the north-south length of the Black Hills.
George S. Mickelson— 114 miles. Rail trail from Deadwood to Edgewood. Gentle grades.
2. Bearlodge Trails— 50.3 miles. Home of the annual Fattire Biking Challenge for mountain bikers.
4. Big Hills Trails— 16.5 miles. Spearfish Canyon rim country.
6. Eagle Cliff Trails—14 miles. Self-guided loop system that were originally developed for cross-country skiing.
8. Deerfield & Lake Loop Trail— 28 miles. Gentle trails through scenic canyons.
9. Bear Mountain Trails— 16.1 miles. Breathtaking views and lots of wildlife.


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