Roughlock Falls State Nature Area
Roughlock Falls State Nature Area
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katelynjeane
Omaha, NE23 contributions
Jun 2022 • Family
Super cool! The hike was was fun and scenic and the Falls were really cool! I just wish there was a way to get a little closer or to the base of the falls.
Written June 5, 2022
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William O
Rapid City, SD2,627 contributions
Sep 2021 • Couples
Enjoyable trails are well maintained and offer great views of the falls and surrounding areas. Lots of variety. Some of the trails get a bit steep so go at your own pace.
Written September 29, 2021
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JSunderland
Circleville, OH15 contributions
May 2021
His is a nice nature area with picnic areas, hiking trails and a beautiful waterfalls with viewing areas.
Written September 7, 2021
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Judi F
6 contributions
Jul 2021
Great hike , easy and handicap accessable Hike is about 1 mil from Spearfish Canyon lodge. Great lace to watch the sunrise
Written July 14, 2021
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freetobeme56
Spicewood, TX17 contributions
Jul 2021 • Couples
Have been visiting here for over 25 years. Love the upgrades in hiking trails and overlook platforms. Well maintained.
Written July 6, 2021
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ELKW
United States11,770 contributions
Aug 2020
we walk through the trail from Spearfish Canyon lodge to the Roughlock falls, you can see some flowers in summer time, and there is a bridge on a pond, the scenery is quite beautiful, I saw some a couple come here for taking wedding photos. There are several information board along the trail, so you can know more about the area. When near the falls, there are wooden boardwalk, and there are 2 observation points (upper and lower) for you to see the falls, it's a nice walk in good weather, but if you don't walk, you can drive the dirt road to the falls directly,
Written March 9, 2021
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1111jesj
90 contributions
Feb 2021 • Couples
Gorgeous views and we really enjoyed seeing the falls frozen since we were able to do by while riding snow mobiles. Definitely a must see if you are in the area!
Written February 23, 2021
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Medas2005
Minneapolis, MN344 contributions
Sep 2020
This falls was about a mile walk from the Spearfish Lodge where we stayed. Very beautiful walk and valley
Written October 9, 2020
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Drdruid
Bellingham, WA362 contributions
Sep 2020
beautiful stroll through Ponderosa Pine forests and other Black Hills flora to the reward a beautiful but under performing Falls at end of summer and the dry season - can imagine the roaring power of the Spring flood !! oh and if you are weary you can even drive to the falls
Written September 21, 2020
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CruisinSarah
Casper, WY152 contributions
Aug 2020 • Family
We loved visiting this beautiful area while riding the hills in our ATV! A must-stop attraction in the Black Hills.
Written August 30, 2020
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REV201611
Missouri79 contributions
I read that Forest Road 222 is gravel. Is it very rough from Roughlock Falls to the Dances with Wolves winter film site?
Thank you for any information.
CruisinSarah
Casper, WY152 contributions
No, it's not that rough. It's a well maintained gravel road.
How long is the hike
CCote_12
Deadwood, SD41 contributions
The hike is 2 miles about 1 mile each way. Gradual incline on the way to the falls and gradual decline back. Scenic hike.
I was wondering if this place is wheel chair friendly. Thank you
Louise M
Castle Rock, CO3,486 contributions
Yes, I believe that it is. It is possible to drive to the top of the falls instead of hiking the trail although I'm not sure about getting the wheelchair from the parking lot to the falls as we did not go that route. Also, the trail itself is paved and wide, so it is worth going just for the river views. To the best of my memory, there are stairs getting from the bottom of the falls to the top but the views along the way are spectacular.
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- We recommend booking Roughlock Falls State Nature Area tours ahead of time to secure your spot. If you book with Tripadvisor, you can cancel up to 24 hours before your tour starts for a full refund. See all 3 Roughlock Falls State Nature Area tours on Tripadvisor
- Hotels near Roughlock Falls State Nature Area:
- (0.03 mi) Spearfish Canyon Lodge
- (0.42 mi) SKYE LODGE IN SPEARFISH CANYON. SPECTACULAR VIEWS AND LOCATION.
- (8.17 mi) Town Hall Inn
- (9.86 mi) Comfort Inn & Suites Hotel In The Black Hills
- (9.81 mi) Super 8 by Wyndham Deadwood/Black Hills Area
- Restaurants near Roughlock Falls State Nature Area:
- (0.01 mi) The Latchstring Inn
- (4.89 mi) Cheyenne Crossing
- (9.58 mi) Chubby Chipmunk Hand-Dipped Chocolates
- (8.28 mi) El Jefe's Fresh-Mex Cantina
- (9.97 mi) Green Bean Coffeehouse