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1.   George Mickelson Trail

Saturday, October 07 2006 | George S. Mickelson Trail
  
Activities: Biking

I have been doing the Mickelson trail every for the last 10 years. I recommend going in late September or early October as the weather is much cooler and the trees have started turning.

As a general rule, the Mickelson Trail doesn't have a lot of towns along the trail. We always make our base of operations in Hill City, SD. Hill City is a nice central point along the trail and with several hotels. There are a few shuttle services available in the Hill City area which makes it easier to get around.

We typically take a shuttle from Hill City to Deadwood. and start at the Sugarloaf trailhead which makes for a nice 42 mile ride back to HiIl City. On day 2 we usually ride from Hill City to Custer, SD and back.

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2.   Visit to Mount Rushmore

Sunday, October 08 2006 | Mount Rushmore National Memorial
  
Activities: Scenic Drive
A visit to the Black Hills wouldn't be complete with out a stop at Mount Rushmore.
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3.   Badlands National Park

Monday, October 09 2006 | Badlands National Park
  
Activities: Scenic Drive
Badlands National Park is simply amazing. I didn't have a lot of time to spend in the park so I took the Badlands Loop road to get a quick overview of the park. There is a pdf located here that will give you a lot of information.
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Badlands Landscape

4.   Custer State Park

Tuesday, October 10 2006 | Custer State Park
  
Activities: Scenic Drive | Hiking | Walking
Custer State Park has a nice driving route which takes you through a good portion of the park. You can see a lot of wildlife.

There are some biking trails too. I need to try out the 111 mile Orange trail next year.

"This 111-mile trail spans the length of the Black Hills from Bear Butte State Park in the north to Wind Cave National Park in the south. Approximately 22 miles of the trail are located within Custer State Park. Three trailheads provide access points to Custer State Park’s portion of the trail. The entire trail offers opportunities to view the natural and cultural resources of the Black Hills. The Centennial Trail was officially opened in June 1989, in commemoration of the South Dakota centennial. The trail is marked with a combination of brown fiberglass posts and gray diamonds fastened to trees."
Check out the Custer Sate park website for more info.
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Custer State Park