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The Peter Norbeck Scenic Byway is one of the most interesting I've ever been on. I've been on a lot before, but this one had such a great variety...
Peter Norbeck Scenic Byway
State: South Dakota
National Forest: Black Hills National Forest
Length: 68.0 mi / 109.4 km
Time to Allow: Allow four hours to drive the byway or one day to experience the entire byway.
This byway will lead you on a delightful adventure as it winds its way around spiraling "pig-tail" shaped bridges, through six rock tunnels, among towering granite pinnacles and over pristine, pine-clad mountains. Highlights include Mt. Rushmore, Harney Peak, Sylvan Lake, the Needle's Eye and Cathedral Spires rock formations.
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Adventurous Hikes along the Peter Norbeck Scenic Byway
Aug 19, 2008
The Peter Norbeck Scenic Byway is not just a fantastic drive filled with Wild West lore, towering granite pinnacles, inspiring rock-carved art, and incredible limestone cave formations; it also offers some of the best hiking opportunities in South Dakota. Come spend a day exploring the fabled Black Hills, where bison roam free and the Old West is very much alive.
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Peter Norbeck vs. the Diploma Boys: Building the Impossible Road
Dec 16, 2005
The roads of the Peter Norbeck Scenic Byway spiral through the rocky crags of Black Hills National Forest, Custer State Park, and Mount Rushmore National Memorial, defying imagination and providing access to some of the most beautiful landscapes in South Dakota. But none of this would have been possible without the influence of the byway's namesake, Senator Peter Norbeck.
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1-Day Trip: Peter Norbeck Must See Tour
(South Dakota)This tour begins east of the town of Custer and travels north then east until it reaches Mount Rushmore. Travel this itinerary to see the...
Local Information
Black Hills National Forest
605-673-9200
Custer State Park
605-255-4515
- Black Hills National Forest:
- Visit the official site for Black Hills National Forest for more information.
- Mount Rushmore National Memorial:
- This website by the National Parks Service will tell visitors everything they need to know about the significance of Mount Rushmore.
- Peter Norbeck Virtual Tour:
- With an interactive map and plenty of photos this Flash-based website gives the traveler great information about the Peter Norbeck Scenic Byways.
Print-n-Go
Visit the Print-n-Go page to view and print travel related facts about this byway for your reference as you drive Peter Norbeck Scenic Byway.
Forest Message
Stay awhile, and explore your National Forests. There are many scenic and recreation opportunities near scenic byways. Take time to take a hike, have a picnic, or explore a nature trail. If you are interested in camping many sites can be reserved in advance. Visit www.ReserveUSA.com, to find out more about sites which can be reserved.
