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This short pedestrian trail around the Roughlock Falls Nature Area makes for a nice outing.


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Miles

1.8

KM

Point to Point

5,167' 1,575 m

High

5,008' 1,526 m

Low

193' 59 m

Up

42' 13 m

Down

4%

Avg Grade (2°)

13%

Max Grade (7°)

Dogs Unknown

Features River/Creek · Spring · Waterfall

Family Friendly There are several great lookout points and paths that the kids can take.

Description

This is a very easy, mile-long path that starts near the Spearfish Canyon Lodge and weaves through the Roughlock Falls Nature Area. The trail parallels Little Spearfish Creek and in places skirts a dusty gravel road with little traffic. The falls are scenic and easily accessible for everyone.

There are several parking areas and access points along the length of this trail, so if you want a shorter hike, there are options.

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Shared By:

Jeremy Wilker

Trail Ratings

  3.6 from 8 votes

#23904

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  3.6 from 8 votes
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Trail Rankings

#69

in South Dakota

#23,904

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Roughlock Falls Trail
Aug 19, 2025 near Lead, SD
Roughlock Falls Trail
Aug 19, 2025 near Lead, SD

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