South Dakota has tons of great hiking trails, and we love to feature them here. Today, we've compiled some of the best hikes in South Dakota so you have an outdoor bucket list for nearly every season. Under each short description, you'll find a link to our feature article with more photos and details.

1. Roughlock Falls Nature Area: The Enchanting Trail That’s Perfect For Everyone

Roughlock Falls Trail is not only accessible to everyone, but is also one of the best scenic hikes in South Dakota. It's a two-mile loop that starts at Spearfish Canyon Lodge and takes you through some beautiful alpine forest to a stunning waterfall.

For more information, read our full article here.

Address: Roughlock Falls Road, Lead, SD 57754

2. Castle Trail: The Hiking Trail That Will Transport You To Another World

Castle Trail is a 10.7 mile round-trip hike at Badlands National Park. Along the way, you'll see tons of wildlife, and pass through some beautiful meadows, past some cool rock formations and see some incredible views.

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Address: 25216 Ben Reifel Road, Interior, SD 57750

3. Devil's Bathtub: An Unrivaled Canyon Hike

For some of the best hiking in South Dakota, you've got to take the Devil's Bathtub trail in Spearfish Canyon. It's a short hike, but be prepared to get your feet wet (and if you're brave...splash in the cold, cold water).

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Address: Lead, SD 57754

4. Notch Trail: The Beautiful Trail That Everyone Will Love

Notch Trail is just a short 1.5-mile hike that takes you along the canyon floor to a ladder, where you'll climb to the top of the plateau to see a gorgeous view. It's located in Badlands National Park.

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Address: Interior, SD 57750

5. Trail Of The Spirits: The Eerie Hike That's Supposedly Haunted

You'll find Trail of the Spirits at Sica Hollow State Park. Native Americans thought that this place was haunted by their ancestors, and hikers today often experience unexplained phenomena.

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Address: 44950 Park Road, Sisseton, SD 57260

6. Cathedral Spires: The Most Beautiful Hike In All Of South Dakota

The Cathedral Spires are so magnificent that they're registered National Natural Landmarks. The 2.5-mile trail takes you through the fragrant pines and gets you up close to these beauties.

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Address: 13329 US Highway 16A, Custer, SD 57730

7. Sunday Gulch Trail: The Spectacular Trail Everyone Needs To Take As Soon As Possible

This strenuous hike starts at Sylvan Lake and offers some seriously gorgeous scenery. You'll traverse several staircases, cross a creek on a log and see some huge, moss-covered boulders.

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Address: 13329 US Highway 16A, Custer, SD 57730

8. Black Elk Peak Trail: The Enchanting Place That Must Go On Your Bucket List Immediately

The Harney Peak Trail is 3.5 miles to the summit, and it's spectacular the entire way. You'll be surrounded by natural beauty...and then you'll reach the top with an unparalleled view.

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Address: Keystone, SD 57751

9. The George S. Mickelson Trail: An Epic Abandoned Railroad Hike

The George S. Mickelson Trail is just over 108 miles long and follows the tracks of the Burlington Northern Railroad route. It passes through some beautiful scenery, takes you over bridges and through tunnels.

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Address: 11361 Nevada Gulch Road, Lead, SD 57754

10. The Devil’s Gulch: The Canyon Hike You're Guaranteed To Love

On a hot day, this heavily-forested trail is cool and shady. Legend says that Jesse James and his horse once jumped the towering rock formations here, in order to get away from law enforcement.

For more information, read our full article here.

Address: Garretson, SD 57030

Which of these is on your hiking bucket list?