Rankin Ridge Nature Trail

The Rankin Ridge trail takes you through a ponderosa pine forest. At several points along the trail you may view the peaks of the Black Hills to the west, and the plains to the east. Rankin Ridge trail is a loop trail, beginning and ending at the parking lot. There are 14 interpretive stops placed at irregular intervals along the path. Your guided tour ends a short distance beyond the fire tower. From the last stop to the parking lot is about a 15 minute walk.