Spearfish Falls Trail Is A Low-Key South Dakota Canyon Hike That Has An Amazing Payoff
By Beth Price-Williams|Published October 20, 2020
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Beth Price-Williams
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A professional writer for more than two decades, Beth has lived in nearly a dozen states – from Missouri and Virginia to Connecticut and Vermont – and Toronto, Canada. In addition to traveling extensively in the U.S. and the U.K., she has a BA in Journalism from Point Park University (PA), a MA in Holocaust & Genocide Studies from Stockton University (NJ), and a Master of Professional Writing from Chatham University (PA). A writer and editor for Only In Your State since 2016, Beth grew up in and currently lives outside of Pittsburgh and when she’s not writing or hanging out with her bunnies, budgies, and chinchilla, she and her daughter are out chasing waterfalls.
South Dakota is a breathtaking piece of paradise for nature lovers – and for hikers. Even if you’re not able to hike for long distances, you’ll find gorgeous and easy trails dotting the state. Spearfish Falls Trail in South Dakota, for example, boasts striking views and leads to a magnificent waterfall, making it a must-hike at least once.
Wear whatever shoes are comfiest for your journey along the Spearfish Falls Trail, which spans just .08 of a mile and offers terrain that's easy to travel even in a trusty pair of old tennis shoes.
You might want to put on sunscreen, especially during the warmer months. Although you'll meander along a partially tree-lined path, you still might feel the rays of sunshine as they trickle in through the branches.
However, be forewarned that the trail leads to what's been called the most-visited waterfall in the Black Hills. That means the trail can get busy - really busy.
Have you hiked the Spearfish Falls Trail in South Dakota? What did you think? Share your experience in the comments! Big fan of nature? Start checking off the ultimate nature lovers bucket list for South Dakota.
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