TIP: You can kill two birds with one stone and do Cathedral Spires and Black Elk Peak in one go! The Cathedral Spires trailhead is also a trailhead that allows you access the hike up to Black Elk Peak! 2. Stats: 1.6 miles | out and back | 488 ft elevation gain | difficulty level is moderate Also, see if you can spot any rock climbers scaling the face of the spires! There is no bathroom at the entrance of the trailhead or water stations, so come hike prepared.
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You’ll traverse up and over rocky paths and small boulders until eventually, you reach the main event, the Cathedral Spires, a series of spire-like rock formations jutting from the ground that practically surround you. Sections of the hike, while rated as moderate, are definitely more strenuous than other sections. The trail starts out weaving through a spruce and ponderosa pine forest and then the incline hits. Parking is slim pickings here, so plan to get here early or around sunset to avoid the crowds. The trailhead is found off the Needles Highway, a scenic drive in Custer State Park. Rated as moderate, hiking to Cathedral Spires can take anywhere from 1-1.5 hours depending on your fitness level and of course, how often you stop to take pictures 🙂
Ranked among the top 2 trails in Custer State Park, Cathedral Spires is a 1.6-mile out-and-back trail. If you’re looking for a short hike, and to drive the Needles Highway, Cathedral Spires is for you. What To Pack For Hiking Custer State Park:.Where To Stay In Near Custer State Park.
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