Near Pony Express
Looking back down the Lookout Mountain Trail to the northwest.
Near Pony Express
Looking west from the summit. Photo Credit: blackhillsthehike.com

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Pony Express

2.0 (1 Rating)
A short trail on gravel road/two track that bypasses the summit to access other trails.
1.2
mi
Distance
359
ft
Gain
easy
Difficulty
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Route Details

Flatter
Steeper
1.19mi
Distance
359ft
Elevation Gain
110ft
Elevation Loss
30%
Max Grade
4,312ft
High Point
3,944ft
Low Point
Path Type
Point to Point
Description
Start from the end of Pony Express Lane and follow the gravel road up the steep hill passing through one gate. Go around the summit on an easy two-track to the junction with the Ridge Trail.

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