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Cathedral Spires Trail in Custer State Park
The Cathedral Spires Trail offers a fantastic hiking experience filled with stunning views of unique granite formations. As you ascend through picturesque forests and navigate some rocky sections, you'll be rewarded with breathtaking panoramas of the Black Hills and the surrounding landscape. The hike is approachable for most adventurers, making it a delightful escape into nature that promises both beauty and a little challenge. #Hiking #Mountain #Rock #Forest #Nature
- Distance: 2.0 mi
- Elevation gain: 633 ft
- Maximum elevation: 6,696 ft
- Elevation loss: 627 ft
- Minimum elevation: 6,217 ft
- Moving time: 55 m 26 s
- Moving speed: 2.2 mph
- Maximum speed: 6.7 mph
- Total time: 1 h 15 m
- Global speed: 1.6 mph
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Trail profile
- Distance: 2.0 mi
- Elevation gain: 633 ft
- Maximum elevation: 6,696 ft
- Elevation loss: 627 ft
- Minimum elevation: 6,217 ft
- Moving time: 55 m 26 s
- Moving speed: 2.2 mph
- Maximum speed: 6.7 mph
- Total time: 1 h 15 m
- Global speed: 1.6 mph
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Name: Cathedral Spires Trail in Custer State Park trail, distance, elevation, map, profile, GPS track
Start: The Needles Highway, Custer County, South Dakota, United States (43.84135 -103.53523)
End: The Needles Highway, Custer County, South Dakota, United States (43.84139 -103.53527)
Coordinates: 43.84135 -103.53575 43.85067 -103.53099
Topography: Custer County topographic map, elevation, terrain
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