ANGOSTURA STATE RECREATION AREA ROUGHLOCK FALLS, Photo by Casie Lethcoe BEAR BUTTE STATE PARK make a splash Cool off with a shoreline adventure at any one of the five state recreation areas in the Black Hills and Badlands region. Have a picnic, rent a boat, go fishing, or spend the night camping. The Great Outdoors The Black Hills and Badlands of South Dakota offers a diverse range of outdoor activities. recreation areas ANGOSTURA | Southern Hills Biking • Birdwatching • Boating Camping • Canoe Rental • Fishing ROCKY POINT | Northern Hills Archery • Biking • Birdwatching Boating • Camping • Canoeing • Fishing SHADEHILL | Northern High Plains Archery • Biking • Boating • Camping Canoeing • Fishing • Hunting SHEPS CANYON | Southern Hills Biking • Birdwatching • Boating Camping • Canoe Rental • Fishing Spearfish Canyon Nature Area Spearfish Canyon has it all — rugged limestone cliffs, sparkling Spearfish Creek, a lush tree-lined landscape, and three stunning waterfalls. Head to Spearfish Canyon Nature Area to see Roughlock Falls, Spearfish Falls and Savoy Pond. A trail system offers easy access to these natural landmarks. Get a front-row seat to beauty on the drive through Spearfish Canyon Scenic Byway to reach the nature area. Along the way, stop at the observation deck to view rushing water cascading 60 feet over the canyon walls at Bridal Veil Falls. Keep your camera ready to capture the active mountain goats and other wildlife that call the canyon home. waterfalls BRIDAL VEIL FALLS | Stop along your drive through Spearfish Canyon and view from the viewing deck. SPEARFISH FALLS | At the junction of Hwy 14 and Savoy behind the Latchstring Resaurant. ROUGHLOCK FALLS NATURE AREA | Stroll meandering trails to be greated by rolling falls and seasonal foilage. Bear Butte State Park Discover the tranquility and idyllic views of Bear Butte State Park, located near Sturgis, and engage in activities like hiking, camping, fishing, and boating. Mato Paha, or, “Bear Mountain,” is the title given by the Lakota tribe who revere this site for its sacred significance. A geological marvel, this mountain is one of the numerous Black Hills’ igneous rock intrusions that were formed over millions of years. Make your way to the summit to enjoy a breathtaking vista that spans over three states. 50 // #DiscoverBlackHills
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