Black Elk Trail
Nebraska
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3.0 mi
Distance
338 ft
Gain
50 min
Time
Conditions: Clear
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Black Elk Trail
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Elevation & route
- Distance
- 3.0 mi
- Elevation gain
- 338 ft
- Elevation loss
- 338 ft
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About this trail
Black Elk Trail offers a 3-mile ride through the scenic Black Elk Neihardt trail system in Nebraska. Named after the legendary Lakota holy man, this trail provides mountain bikers with a chance to explore the natural beauty of the Great Plains while enjoying a moderate-length adventure. Whether you're looking for a quick afternoon ride or a peaceful escape into nature, Black Elk Trail delivers an accessible Nebraska mountain biking experience.
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