Recreation area

Shanks/Schroeder System

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

Open recreation area — no reservation needed

About this campground

Just minutes west of Rapid City, this combination of 21 miles of trail and numerous roads provide users with everything from wide two tracks, to narrow windy motorcycle trail.  The terrain is typical of the eastern Black Hills, with exposed limestone making the trails more technical and rough in areas.  There are two trailheads for parking in this area.  These trails are open May 15-December 15.

Activities

  • OFF HIGHWAY VEHICLE

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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.