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3.8 miles
Distance
614 ft
Climb
-468 ft
Descent
00:48:53
Avg time
147 ft
Altitude change
4,225 ft
Altitude min
4,697 ft
Altitude max
4,225 ft
Altitude start
4,370 ft
Altitude end
0.7%
Grade
-35.8%
Grade max
28.5%
Grade min
2 miles
Distance climb
2 miles
Distance down
2,582 ft
Distance flat
00:48:53
Avg time
Lovers' Leap Trail Details
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Riding AreaCuster State Park
Custer, South Dakota -
Difficulty Rating
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Local Popularity50 in Mountain Biking [+]
- 5 in Trail Running
- 90 in Hiking
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Hiking SAC ScaleT1 Hiking
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Trail TypeSingletrack
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DirectionBoth Directions
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OSM Way
One of the park’s most popular trails, Lovers Leap begins with a steep ascent through ponderosa pine and oak forest. The trail follows the ridgeline, the highest point being Lovers Leap. Highlights include views of Mount Coolidge, Black Elk Peak and the Cathedral Spires. The trail descends quickly to Galena Creek, which hikers cross numerous times after reaching the bottom.
source: Custer SP Trail Mix
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Poison ivy is commonly found along this trail. Long pants and boots are recommended.
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Traditionally Indigenous Territory
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(43.764110, -103.382970)
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Nearby Trails
- Creekside Trail 2 miles
- Barnes Canyon 4 miles
- Calkins Draw Trail 5 miles
- Grace Coolidge 5 miles
- Lost Trails (upper Loop) 5 miles
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Frequently Asked Questions About Lovers' Leap Trail
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Where is Lovers' Leap Trail located?
Lovers' Leap Trail is located in Custer State Park, Custer, South Dakota, United States. It is part of the Custer State Park trail network. The trailhead is located at coordinates 43.76411, -103.38297.
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How hard is Lovers' Leap Trail?
Lovers' Leap Trail is rated as Blue difficulty. The average grade is 0.7%.
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What is the elevation gain for Lovers' Leap Trail?
Lovers' Leap Trail has 187 m of elevation gain. The trail has 143 m of elevation descent. The elevation ranges from 1,288 m to 1,432 m.
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Is Lovers' Leap Trail a point to point trail?
Lovers' Leap Trail is not a point to point trail. The direction is Both Directions. The trail type is singletrack.
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