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Placerville Ghost Town, SD

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Distance One Way 2 miles
Trailhead Elevation 4,383 feet
Elevation Gain 80 feet
Kokopelli Seeds 2.27
 Interest Ruins, Historic & Perennial Creek
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Placerville was a mining settlement along the Rapid Creek in the Blackhills. On the way to the trailhead pay attention on the left to a historic sawmill that produced lumber for this settlement. A church camp is at the road's end but continues another quarter mile to the trailhead. The trail follows Rapid Creek in both directions where old stone walls and random diggings can be observed. Dramatic slate rock cliffs line the trail at points.






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    WARNING! Hiking and outdoor related sports can be dangerous. Be responsible and prepare for the trip. Study the area you are entering and plan accordingly. Dress for the current and unexpected weather changes. Take plenty of water. Never go alone. Make an itinerary with your plan(s), route(s), destination(s) and expected return time. Give your itinerary to trusted family and/or friends.

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    FR / Jeep Road - Car possible when dry

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    Highway 44 6 miles east of Highway 385 to FR 167 to Placerville. Proceed two miles to trailhead.
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