Shanks 6606

Total Miles
1.2

Elevation

1,497.02 ft

Duration

0.5 Hours

Technical Rating

4

Moderate

Best Time

Summer, Fall, Spring

Trail Overview

This is a short single track through the Black Hills but has technical rocky sections that make it an intermediate trail. There are a few smooth sections through the forest, but the majority of the trail is covered in small loose rocks or small embedded rocks. There are lots of roots and sticks littering the trail, and it sometimes blends in with the forest floor, making it hard to see at times. There are a few logs down as well that are easy enough to ride over. This trail has several steeper hill climbs with lots of small loose rock, and downhills that are also a very rocky surface. Be prepared for tight turns through the trees, and ruts filled in with lots of sharp jagged small rocks. It's a very jarring rock surface. It's really scenic though, with lots of deciduous trees, and unique rock cliffs on the hillsides. This area is really pretty in the fall.

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Shanks 6606
Shanks 6606

Difficulty

This is an intermediate single track due to moderate challenges throughout the trail such as tight turns, embedded rocks, and loose rocky climbs and descents that are steep and tricky.

Technical Rating

4

Status Reports

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Access Description

This is part of the Bogus Trail System west of Rapid City, North Dakota. The trail system can be accessed on the west from Forest Road 202/Highway 385 (3 miles north of Highway 44). There is dispersed camping along FS Road 202. It can also be accessed from the south on Norris Peak Lane, off Norris Peak Road and Highway 44.

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