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South Dakota
Deerfield
46.0 mi
Distance
5,124 ft
Gain
16h 26m
Time
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Deerfield
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Elevation & route
- Distance
- 46.0 mi
- Elevation gain
- 5,124 ft
- Elevation loss
- 5,124 ft
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- Bikes
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About this trail
The Deerfield Trail is a challenging 46-mile out-and-back adventure in South Dakota that rewards dedicated hikers with remote backcountry exploration. This extended trek traverses varied terrain with nearly 2,200 feet of elevation gain, offering solitude and expansive views across the region. The return journey via the same path allows hikers to experience the landscape from different perspectives while managing their own pace and turnaround timing.
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