We are open June 1st through mid-October (weather permitting) Last day of operation coincides with the 'Run Crazy Horse Marathon,', which is usually the first weekend in October.

Hours of operation: 

June 1st - Labor Day 

• Daily: 9 am to 5 pm
• Closed Tuesdays

Labor Day - October

• Daily: 9:30 am to 5 pm 
• Closed Monday & Tuesdays

Scheduled Closures:

• Sturgis Motorcycle Rally week
• Labor Day Monday 

Yes! We offer a one-way shuttle service to the Mystic, Rochford, Dumont, Englewood, and Deadwood Trailheads. This service allows customers to experience all four tunnels, visit Rochford's historic town, and enjoy endless views. We can shuttle your personal bikes or provide a rental bike at a discounted price.

• Offered THURSDAY - SUNDAY 
• Meet & load up @ 8:30 am - roll out at 9:00 am.

Reservations required

 eBikes, Hybrid Standard Bike, Kids bikes & burley trailers. 

eBikes: Vida+ by Giant /Momentum. These Class I pedal-assist ebikes give a natural-feeling boost to help you ride farther and faster with less effort and provides a comfortable upright riding position.

• Small, Medium, & Large frames available
• Majority of small and medium frames are step-throughs

Hybrid Standard Bikes: Cypress by Giant. 

Comfort, control, a breeze to ride. With an adjustable stem, suspension seatpost, and grippy tires, Cypress makes it easy to experience the simple joy of riding a bike.

• Small, Medium, Large, & XL frames available

Kids' Bikes: Young kids to teenagers - we've got you covered.  

• Sizes: 20", 24" & 26"

YES!  

We have 26", 24" & 20" non-electric kid bikes available. TowWhee bungee straps are included to help keep the momentum going. 

Burley 2-Seater Trailers and a Tag-a-Long Trailer are also available. 

• The trail surface is primarily crushed limestone and gravel and wide enough for a single vehicle. There are some sidewalk sections through Hill City & Custer.
• 15 trailheads offer parking, self-sale trail pass stations, vault toilets, and tables.
• Only a couple of trailheads offer food, shopping & other conveniences nearby, BUT MOST DO NOT - PLAN ACCORDINGLY
• Cell phone service is in the northern section is non-existent or limited at best.  From Hill City south towards Custer and Edgemont service is more reliable

• Elevation grade of the trail does not exceed 4 percent. 
• However, many consider the section from Deadwood to Englewood strenuous at an 8% grade and continuous incline. 

For more information, refer to the Elevation Profile on the left portion of the Mickelson Trail maps.

Stay on the trail for better safety.

All wildlife can be dangerous. 

Rattlesnakes

The prairie rattlesnake is found on the southern end of the trail, but is rarely found above 5,000 feet elevation. They can be found in a variety of habitats including rocky areas, grassland, and stream banks.

Mountain Lions

Be alert for wildlife at all times. If you encounter a lion up close, DO NOT RUN, maintain eye contact with the lion, talk and yell at it, gather children close to you, make yourself appear as large as possible, and become aggressive by throwing objects or waving sticks. These cats like to hide so seeing one is rare. 

Cattle

As you travel the trail, you may see cattle nearby. If you come to an area where cattle are on the trail, DO NOT spook them, speak in a calm voice and slowly work your way around them.

Poison Ivy

Identified by its three pointed leaves that are typically shiny, in the spring and summer the leaves are green, changing to yellow and red in the fall. The oil on the plant can cause a severe rash when it comes in contact with human skin.

Horses and Pets

If you are traveling from a state other than South Dakota and intend to bring horses to ride on the trail or a pet to accompany you on the trail, please check with the South Dakota Animal Industry Board for important requirements, at or call 605-773-3321

We accept Debit & Credit