Black Hills Day Hikes Trails Illustrated National Geographic

Considered a sacred region by many Native American peoples of the Northern Great Plains, the Black Hills dark green ponderosa pine-forest rises quickly above the adjacent prairie. Appropriately described as an \""Island in the Plains,\"" the name \""Black Hills\"" originates from the Lakota words Paha Sapa, which translate to \""hills that are black\"".\n\n Outstanding scenery and a mild climate combine to provide an unforgettable outdoor experience year-round. From the lower elevations surrounding the Black Hills, to the highest point in South Dakota, the Black Hills National Park Day Hikes Topographic Map Guide includes a hike for everyone to explore, from the easy Canyons Loop to the strenuous Black Elk Peak trail. \nThe 16 featured hikes are spread across a variety of state and federal public lands including Wind Cave National Park, Custer State Park, Jewel Cave National Monument, Black Hills National Forest, and Bear Butte State Park and range in difficulty and distance to help hikersp