Recreation area

Samelius Trailhead

Black Hills National Forest · South Dakota — managed by USDA Forest Service

Open recreation area — no reservation needed

About this campground

Samelius Trailhead is located 18 miles west of Rapid City, and 6 miles east of Hill City right off Highway 16.  This is the southernmost Trail Head for the Centennial trail in the Central Hills (Mystic District).

Activities

  • BIKING
  • HIKING
  • HORSEBACK RIDING

Nearby federal campgrounds

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Details from Recreation.gov's official RIDB catalog. Conditions change — confirm with the managing office before you go. Not affiliated with Recreation.gov or any federal agency.