The Black Hills are the real mountain riding of the northern plains, rising to Black Elk Peak at over 2,200 m — the highest ground between the Rockies and the Pyrenees. The Centennial Trail runs more than a hundred miles north to south through granite spires and ponderosa, with Rapid City's Skyline and Hanson-Larsen on one flank and Spearfish Canyon on the other. Elevation drives the season here: the high country holds snow well after the Rapid City trails are dry.
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Few Black Hills trails are riding well today. The list below is sorted by today's real conditions, best first, and refreshes every morning, so check back soon or open the planner for the best option near you. See live conditions →
It depends on recent rain and each trail's soil. The 10-day outlook on this page shows how many Black Hills trails are expected to be riding well each day, with rain markers, so you can pick the right day instead of guessing. See the 10-day outlook →
After a storm some trails firm up within a day while others stay greasy depending on their soil. Riding wet, soft dirt damages trails and leaves ruts, so check the live mud reading on each trail before you head out. Check the live mud reading →
Black Hills has 0 featured mountain bike trails tracked here for conditions, with more searchable on the live map.
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