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Little Devil's Tower Trail in Custer State Park
The Little Devil's Tower Trail offers an exhilarating experience that’s well worth the effort. The hike is mostly a gentle ascent through stunning rock formations, culminating in a rewarding scramble to the top where breathtaking views of the Black Hills and the Cathedral Spires await. Although the final stretch requires some climbing, taking your time makes it accessible, and the sense of accomplishment at the summit is simply unbeatable. #Hiking #Mountain #Forest #Nature #Rock
- Distance: 4.0 mi
- Elevation gain: 988 ft
- Maximum elevation: 6,900 ft
- Elevation loss: 981 ft
- Minimum elevation: 6,184 ft
- Moving time: 2 h 38 s
- Moving speed: 2.0 mph
- Maximum speed: 4.0 mph
- Total time: 2 h 37 m
- Global speed: 1.5 mph
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Trail profile
- Distance: 4.0 mi
- Elevation gain: 988 ft
- Maximum elevation: 6,900 ft
- Elevation loss: 981 ft
- Minimum elevation: 6,184 ft
- Moving time: 2 h 38 s
- Moving speed: 2.0 mph
- Maximum speed: 4.0 mph
- Total time: 2 h 37 m
- Global speed: 1.5 mph
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Name: Little Devil's Tower Trail in Custer State Park trail, distance, elevation, map, profile, GPS track
Coordinates: 43.84261 -103.55981 43.85223 -103.53803
Topography: Custer County topographic map, elevation, terrain
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