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Wind Cave National Park
Lookout Point Trail

1.9 Miles

The trail begins on the east side of Hwy 87, ½ mile north of its junction with Hwy 385. This mildly strenuous trail follows the rolling hills of the prairie, traverses Lookout Point and ends at Beaver Creek. Take a side trip up Lookout Point to see views of the 1997 controlled fire.

 
Lookout Point Trail Map
NPS Map
Lookout Point Trail Map.
Sign used at Wind Cave in 1903 when the cave became a national park.  

Did You Know?
Wind Cave is the first cave in the world to be designated as a national park. That occurred on January 9, 1903.

Last Updated: January 22, 2008 at 17:17 EST