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South Dakota
Beaver Creek Highland
7.2 mi
Distance
1,595 ft
Gain
2h 43m
Time
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Beaver Creek Highland
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Elevation & route
- Distance
- 7.2 mi
- Elevation gain
- 1,595 ft
- Elevation loss
- 1,595 ft
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About this trail
Beaver Creek Highland is a scenic 7.2-mile out-and-back trail in South Dakota that descends into the Beaver Creek drainage before climbing back to the trailhead. The route features mixed terrain with significant elevation loss on the descent, rewarding hikers with views of the creek valley and surrounding highlands. This trail offers a moderate challenge with a net elevation loss that makes the return journey more strenuous than the initial descent.
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