A Traveler's Tale
"cc0924"—The Peter Norbeck Scenic Byway is one of the most interesting I've ever been on. I've been on a lot before, but this one had such a great variety...
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Peter Norbeck Scenic Byway
South Dakota
US Forest: Black Hills National Forest
Length: 68.0 mi / 109.4 km
Time to Allow: Allow four hours to drive the byway or one day to experience the entire byway.
This byway will lead you on a delightful adventure as it winds its way around spiraling "pig-tail" shaped bridges, through six rock tunnels, among towering granite pinnacles and over pristine, pine-clad mountains. Highlights include Mt. Rushmore, Harney Peak, Sylvan Lake, the Needle's Eye and Cathedral Spires rock formations.
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Peter Norbeck Scenic Byway Overview
"To do the scenery half justice, people should drive 20 or under. To do it full justice they should get out and walk." Peter Norbeck, South Dakota...
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Adventurous Hikes along the Peter Norbeck Scenic Byway
The Peter Norbeck Scenic Byway is not just a fantastic drive filled with Wild West lore, towering granite pinnacles, inspiring rock-carved art, and...
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Local Information
Black Hills National Forest
605-673-9200
Custer State Park
605-255-4515
- Custer State Park
- Visit Website
- Mount Rushmore National Memorial
- Visit Website
- Peter Norbeck Virtual Tour
- Visit Website
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Forest Message
Winter travel. Many byways are not plowed in the winter. Check with the National Forest where you will be traveling for road conditions. Even byways that are not plowed often provide excellent winter opportunities on snow mobiles or cross country skis.
