This Epic Mountain In South Dakota Will Drop Your Jaw

Reaching 4,426 feet, the summit of Bear Butte gives a 360 view allowing you to see FOUR states. Bear Butte is also known as Bear Mountain. It stands in the midst of flat land in western South Dakota and you absolutely have to hike it this summer.

From near, far or an angle, Bear Butte offers some of the most stunning views in South Dakota.

It really is the perfect spot for a summer hike.

Besides being a stunning landscape this mountain is historically significant as well.

A sacred ground for many Native Americans, artifacts from nearly 10,000 years ago have been found here.

Red Cloud, Crazy Horse and Sitting Bull are all well known Native Americans who have visited Bear Butte.

Because of its size and visibility from a distance, the mountain served as a landmark for those searching for gold back in the day.

Bear Butte State Park is open year round and even has campsites for you to spend the night.

With views like this on a mountain this unbelievably beautiful, Bear Butte is an absolute must-visit. Have you ever been to Bear Butte? What was your favorite part?