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Roughloch Canyon Falls - 2 members in 5 triplogs have rated this an average 2.5 ( 1 to 5 best )
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Aug 03 2024
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54 male
 Joined Feb 19 2015
 Phoenix
Roughloch Canyon FallsWestern, SD
Roughloch Canyon Falls
Western, SD
Hiking avatar Aug 03 2024
bjonson • Triplogs 261
Hiking3.47 Miles 371 AEG
Hiking3.47 Miles   1 Hour   5 Mns   3.20 mph
371 ft AEG
 
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Spearfish Falls
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Jul 23 2019
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67 female
 Joined Nov 17 2008
 phoenix, az
Spearfish Canyon, SD 
Spearfish Canyon, SD
 
Hiking avatar Jul 23 2019
trekkin_gecko • Triplogs 4,660
Hiking8.26 Miles 1,060 AEG
Hiking8.26 Miles
1,060 ft AEG
 
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Devils Bathtub
Roughloch Canyon Falls
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after a big girl breakfast of french toast and bacon at the campground, we packed up and headed down spearfish canyon
several things to do along here
had recommendations from sue's friend and from @azlot69 for devils bathtub
this one was a lot of fun, hiking up squaw creek with a dozen water crossings
several nice pools, one with a slide and the bathtub just below a waterfall
i took a dunk - cold but refreshing
the trail is lined with poison ivy :o safety first!
a couple miles further down canyon, was iron creek trail
we found this one in a trail addict booklet
mostly level two track following iron creek which has a few small waterfalls
very pleasant stroll in the woods, the first part of it with steep canyon walls
next were a couple of touristy things near savoy
spearfish falls and roughlock falls were nice to see while in the area
very scenic canyon and there are a lot more hikes southwest of savoy
drove back through lead and deadwood, spending the night in a motel in rapid city
fun day :)
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[ checklist ]  Iron Creek  Spearfish Falls
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hazhole
 
Jul 21 2017
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74 male
 Joined Feb 12 2002
 Gold Canyon, AZ
Roughloch Canyon FallsWestern, SD
Roughloch Canyon Falls
Western, SD
Hiking avatar Jul 21 2017
AZLOT69 • Triplogs 2,215
Hiking2.00 Miles
Hiking2.00 Miles
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Just a short distance from the 76 Trail, but packed with people.
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Sep 30 2013
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72 male
 Joined Apr 03 2011
 Mesa, Az
Roughloch Canyon FallsWestern, SD
Roughloch Canyon Falls
Western, SD
Hiking avatar Sep 30 2013
gmaclachlan • Triplogs 45
Hiking1.30 Miles
Hiking1.30 Miles
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As a major tourist attraction in the Black Hills the falls have observation platforms built below and above for all ages an abilities.
You can drive directly to the falls from highway 14A OR walk the trail. Of course we would walk.
Roughloch Falls trail is an easy 1.3 mile walk (one way) along the creek on the opposite bank from the road to the falls. Trail-head parking is available at no charge.
Naturally the scenery is better walking over driving.
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[ checklist ]  Autumn - Color Foliage
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Aug 03 2007
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74 male
 Joined Feb 12 2002
 Gold Canyon, AZ
Roughloch Canyon FallsWestern, SD
Roughloch Canyon Falls
Western, SD
Hiking avatar Aug 03 2007
AZLOT69 • Triplogs 2,215
Hiking2.00 Miles
Hiking2.00 Miles   1 Hour      2.00 mph
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Partners none no partners
Located in the Black Hills of South Dakota, Roughloch Falls is near the townsite of Savoy. "Dances With Wolves" was filmed, in part, on location. Thick beautiful forests appear black from a distance-thus the name.
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average hiking speed 2 mph

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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