Waterfall by Rochford Road – George S. Mickelson Trail loop from Pilot Knob

United States

South Dakota

Lawrence County

Waterfall by Rochford Road – George S. Mickelson Trail loop from Pilot Knob

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Waterfall by Rochford Road – George S. Mickelson Trail loop from Pilot Knob

10:43

172km

2,170m

Gravel riding

Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: October 9, 2026

Tips

Your route passes through protected areas

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Black Hills National Forest

Waypoints

Start point

Parking

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50.9 km

Bridge

Highlight • Bridge

This wooden bridge is located on the George S. Michelson Trail section of the loop. The trail is 109 miles long and goes from Deadwood to Edgemont.

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74.7 km

Beautiful dirt section of George S. Mickelson Trail

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

After following Rochford Road for a while, the Mickelson trail switches back to unpaved roads. This section is on wonderful gravel and packed dirt. The scenery around the path in …

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88.5 km

Waterfall by Rochford Road

Highlight • Waterfall

Beautiful, small waterfall alongside the George S. Mickelson Trail. This is a great spot to take a break and enjoy the quiet, peaceful surroundings.

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88.8 km

George S. Mickelson Trail between Rochford and Mystic

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

Here the trail splits off from Rochford Road to run alongside Rapid Creek down to Mystic. The trail continues along its signature singletrack, tucked deep into the nature of Black …

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99.3 km

The George Mickelson Trail is more than 100 miles through the Black, Hills of South Dacota. The absolute highlight is the section between Hill City and Rochford. I was happy to pay the $4 fee per day and person.

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106 km

George S. Mickelson Trail between Redfern and Hill City

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

After passing through Redfern, the trail continues gently downhill towards Hill City. You'll ride along peaceful prairies at the base of Lowden Mountain, Smith Mountain, and the mountains surrounding Hill City.

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128 km