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BLACK HILLS PIONEER | 2017 visitspearfish.com 1 ... Spearfish Your destination for fun!

This magazine presents only a small portion of the treasures waiting to be discovered by our visitors year-round. We look forward to seeing you in town; we will be sure to offer you a warm welcome. Mistie Caldwell Executive Director, Visit Spearfish, Inc.

Spearfish Introduction...... 3-5 Outdoor Lifestyle...... 6 & 7 Spearfish Creek...... 9

INDEX Spearfish Area Hiking...... 10 & 11 Downtown Spearfish...... 12 &13 Matthews Opera House and Arts Center...... 14-16 D.C. Booth Historic Fish Hatchery...... 18-20 High Plains Western Heritage Center...... 21 Birding in Spearfish...... 22 Motorcycle Riding...... 23 Climbing...... 24 & 25 Winter Sports...... 26 & 27 Snowmobiling...... 28 Spearfish Canyon Self Guided Tour & Map...... 33-35 Fall Colors...... 36 Off-Road/ATV Trail System...... 38 Geocaching...... 40 Bicycling...... 42 & 43 The above photos were submitted by readers inspired Running...... 44 by the beauty and community of Spearfish. Disc Golfing...... 47 Golfing...... 48 Parks & Recreation...... 50 Welcome to Spearfish is a special publication of Waterpark...... 51 the Black Hills Pioneer in cooperation with Fishing...... 52 Visit Spearfish. © 2017 Black Hills Pioneer Hunting ...... 53 For more information about items in this publication: Black Hills State University Activities...... 54 Group Event Planning...... 57 Visit Spearfish • 603 N. Main St., Spearfish, SD Lodging in Spearfish...... 59 (605) 717-9294 • www.visitspearfish.com Dining in Spearfish...... 60 & 61 Produced and published by: Nightlife in Spearfish...... 62 Worshiping in Spearfish...... 63 BLACK HILLS PIONEER 141 315 Seaton Cir., Spearfish, SD 57783 Visitor Information...... 64 YEARS Since 1876 (605) 642-2761 • www.bhpioneer.com Spearfish Community Map...... 66 & 67 A special thank you to photographers Les Heiserman Nearby Attractions: and Heidi Watson for their contributions to Mount Rushmore National Memorial...... 31 this publication.

Devils Tower National Monument...... 40 Publisher: Letti Lister, Editor: Mark Watson, Layout: Melissa Barnett Front cover photo (main) - Les Heiserman; Smaller photos (L-R) - Les Heiserman, BHP File Photo, Jake Servaty Back cover photo (main) - Jesse Brown Nelson Photography; Smaller photos (L-R): Courtesy, SD Tourism, Courtesy

2 visitspearfish.com SPEARFISH: Its natural setting connects to its colorful history

BY PAUL HIGBEE FOR THE BLACK HILLS PIONEER To say nature awaits you in Spearfish is an understatement. Nature asserts itself here, grabs you by the senses, and in some cases never lets go. It gets into your blood by way of pine-scented breezes, bugling elk, the feel of icy creek waters numbing your feet on hot summer days, and silvery moonrises that turn Lookout Mountain aglow. Nature surrounds Spearfish, but it seems to flow especially from Spearfish Canyon, a deep gorge descending from the northern– most reach of the Black Hills. Also flowing from Spearfish Canyon is Spearfish Creek, a mighty 40-mile mountain stream that drops 3,000 feet over its short course. The creek carved Spearfish Canyon, a place of high limestone cliffs, waterfalls, towering spruces, Ponderosa pines, aspens, birches, burdocks and box elders. One-hundred-thirty bird species call the canyon home, including eagles that glide the gorge’s wind currents, and dippers that submerge themselves in the creek to feed on aquatic bugs. A good place to experience this abundant nature in full glory can be found next to Spearfish Canyon Lodge, 13 miles up the canyon highway from Spearfish. From the lodge, two easy hikes along the canyon floor lead you to Roughlock Falls and Spearfish Falls. A more strenu-

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ous hike brings you to the high rim fish Creek made possible one of the at Buzzard’s Roost. great American engineering projects Spearfish Creek created this of the era. Homestake Gold Mine of setting over millions of years, and it Lead built two hydroelectric power has also splashed its way through plants in the canyon and another human history in recent centuries. on Spearfish’s southern edge, for Flowing strong even in the driest the purpose of bringing electricity years, the creek drew plains natives to its mine. Homestake’s success who regularly camped along its low turned the mine into the western banks. Brooklyn-born Daniel Toom- hemisphere’s biggest gold producer ey traveled west to hunt buffalo and for decades (and South Dakota the first saw Spearfish Creek in May, nation’s number one gold produc- 1876, with no man-made structures ing state). For the Spearfish power anywhere in sight. After the town of plant, Homestake diverted creek Spearfish took root that same year, water through a remarkable series of Toomey harnessed the creek’s water eight tunnels cut through solid rock power and built a flour mill. The mill for about six miles. remained a successful Spearfish Toomey’s mill is long industry far into the 20th century. gone. Canyon mines Also eyeing the creek for the first were short-lived and time in 1876 was Irish-born Robert the canyon railway But how is it that I’ve Evans, a self-taught engineer who washed away in a 1933 heard so little of this miracle devised a means of irrigating the flood. After 125 years, “and we, toward the Atlantic, wide valley where Spearfish sits. He Homestake dug out its have heard so much of the and friends dug an ingenious web of last gold in 2001. But the Grand Canyon when this is even irrigation ditches and correctly cal- creekside trout hatch- more miraculous. All the culated that the valley’s steep drop ery is now the archival, to the north would carry water to interpretive and educa- better eventually ... that the distant fields. Robert Evans and his tional site for the entire Dakotas are not on the wife Rebecca, Spearfish’s first teach- federal fisheries program. through line to the Coast ... er, grew grains and fruits not only The Homestake pow- for Spearfish, but for Black Hills er plants still stand in My hat is off to towns in high, rocky locations where tribute to the great mine South Dakota treasures. farming was next to impossible. and the one at Spearfish In 1893 railroad tracks were built produces some power for ~ Frank Lloyd Wright alongside the creek in hopes that the community. Robert Famous American architecht and designer mining would develop in the canyon, Evans’ irrigation system and in 1899 a federal trout hatchery works today as well as it took form along the water on Spear- did 140 years ago and fish’s south side. The hatchery keeps Spearfish gardens and fields produced trout for sportsmen not green. only in the Black Hills, but across The powerful creek itself still flows the West. as cold and clear and reliably as Early in the 20th century Spear- ever. n

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A year-round Retreat for the senses

Lookout Mountain Photo courtesy Les Heiserman visitspearfish.com 5 OUTDOOR LIFESTYLE embraced by locals and visitors The The most common response from people who visit Spearfish, is “ … we had no idea it was so beautiful here.” Majestic scenery makes The surrounding Black Hills National Forest features an abundance for an amazing of recreational opportunities all year round. backdrop Part of the reason so many area residents embrace the outdoor lifestyle here is the convenience of getting to the trailhead. Spearfish is a great place to live and play because the Black Hills National Forest is literally the community’s backyard. More than 54 percent of Lawrence County is public forestland, and the trail systems offer something for both motorized and non-motorized traffic. Spearfish Creek offers some of the best fishing in the country, plus the majestic scenery makes for an amazing backdrop. In the summer, it’s not uncommon to see mountain bikers maneuvering through the many miles of single- track trails, road bikers touring through Spearfish Canyon, people rock climbing the canyon walls, fly- fishing in Spearfish Creek, camping with their family at one of the many campgrounds or simply enjoying a relaxing picnic. One of the most preferred methods for many people to enjoy the outdoors is by hiking, and the Black Hills National Forest features a variety of trails and opportunities to scale the surrounding peaks. Located just a short drive from Spearfish is the trailhead for Crow Peak, a challenging 6.4-mile roundtrip hike. Its 5,760-foot peak offers views of the Northern Hills and Wyoming. Another popular hike, Lookout Mountain, is located on the east edge of Spearfish. This hike features a relatively moderate elevation gain and a bit of bouldering to get to its peak. Another magnificent location near this growing community is Spearfish Canyon and Spearfish Creek. This is the most popular place for visitors to enjoy and the creek offers some

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For more information, call or visit the of the best fly-fishing locations path. To get to the trailhead, take in the nation, providing rainbow, McGuigan Road, which turns into Northern605-642-4622 Hills Ranger District brown and brook trout. The scenic Tinton Road, and follow that seven 2014 N. Main St. byway makes for a relaxing drive miles south. The Big Hill Trail Monday-Friday 8am-4:30pm. or a stunning motorcycle ride. system offers almost 15 miles of Foyer is open 7 days a week. The hiking trails are rugged and trails that loop together at times challenging, and the many rock- for hiking, trail running, horseback climbing opportunities attract riding and mountain biking during outdoor enthusiasts from all over. the spring, summer and fall — and in Spearfish and pick up a map of While several primitive trails have in the winter, the area features where motorized traffic is allowed been established over the years, groomed and non-groomed cross and a permit to ride the trail system. maintained trails include the ‘76 country trails and snowshoe routes. In December 2010, the Black Hills Trail and the Roughlock Falls Trail, Because the trail system is so National Forest instituted a new both starting at Spearfish Canyon large, it’s a place where one can feel policy governing motor vehicle use. Lodge in Savoy. secluded in nature and that fact The next step is to study the map Just up the road from Spearfish alone is one of the draws of this carefully and rangers are available Canyon is the Little Spearfish area. to answer any questions. Trail, which is a six-mile loop The Old Baldy Trail is also Just because the temperature that meanders through stands of popular with hikers, horseback drops doesn’t mean the outdoor ponderosa pine, quaking aspen riders, bicyclists and cross-country activities stop. Spearfish receives an and paper birch. To access this skiers in the area. To access the average of 61 inches of snow every trail, travel south on Highway 5.7-mile loop, travel south on Tinton year, and nurturing that outdoor 14A to Savoy, and then travel Road for approximately 13 miles and lifestyle is just one of the many west on Roughlock Falls Road for the trailhead is on the west side of ways area residents beat the winter approximately five miles to access the road. The trail features a short weather blues. Hundreds of people the trailhead. spur that provides access to the love to rev up their snowmobiles There are also three waterfalls summit of Old Baldy Mountain. and get some fresh air. More than within the canyon, which include Iron Creek Lake provides a perfect 350 miles of groomed trails are Spearfish Falls hangout when established, and they reach many and Roughlock the summer significant areas deep within the Falls located The surrounding Black Hills temperatures boundaries of the forest. There are near Savoy, National Forest offers an get too hot also several groomed cross country and Bridal Veil to handle. In trails that offer views of some of the abundance of recreational located along addition to most beautiful areas in the Black Highway 14A. opportunities year round. magnificent Hills and snowshoeing routes that During the hiking and meet the standards of both the winter months, biking trails, novice and the more advanced. Bridal Veil Falls transforms into the swimming and fishing, the area For those who love to take their most sought after ice climbing in features tent and RV camping four-legged friends along when they the area. But, the annual changing opportunities. Iron Creek Lake is are enjoying the great outdoors, the of the leaves is one of the most located about 13 miles south on entire Black Hills National Forest prominent events that occurs in Tinton Road. Ice fishing is also is pet friendly. One area that locals Spearfish Canyon every year. Each available in the winter. prefer pet owners try to stay away autumn, thousands of visitors flock For those who want to tour the during the winter months, is the to Spearfish Canyon to gaze in awe Northern Black Hills on an off groomed cross-country trails at both at the variety of colors on display. highway vehicle, or four-wheeler, Big Hill and Eagle Cliff. They prefer Another gem is the Big Hill Trail they must first stop into the people use the snowshoe routes. n system that is located off the beaten Northern Hills Ranger District office

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Energizing water

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BY MARK WATSON rating drop over the falls. Spearfish Creek starts high in From here the creek drops SPEARFISH Spearfish Canyon, growing as it deeper in the gully surrounding it. flows downstream. With the ex- There is no easy way to get up the CREEK: ception during the spring runoff, banks. Instead, people can enjoy the creek returns to the aquifer the brief stretch of solitude and City’s namesake flows before entering the city. watch the banks for songbirds A large part of the water is and even ducks feeding along the gently through town removed from the creek at the way. Maurice intake. This is used The creek flows under a bridge to operate a hydro power plant and then another – Jackson Bou- in Spearfish. It is here that the levard – one of the city’s busiest creek returns to its bed and flows streets. through town. Farther downstream there The creek runs past the city are benches that residents have campground offering campers a placed along the creek, offering Photo courtesy Jake Servaty place to dip their toes and splash them a moment of creekside in the cool water. reflection. Downstream the creek runs The creek flows through a along the city park. It is here that residential area on one side and many tubers and kayakers put the campus of Black Hills State in for a lazy, yet fun-filled aquatic University on the other. It is in journey through town. The creek this stretch that daredevil kids in this section is also a popular jump into deeper holes from tire stretch for wading, fishing and swings. allowing dogs to chase sticks The creek enters another tur- downstream. bulent area allowing for a final Brown trout and some rainbow stretch of rapids before running trout can be caught throughout near Jorgenson Park, the place the creek using both wet and dry that most kayakers exit the water. flies. The creek flows farther down- At the lower end of the park is stream leaving the city of Spear- the “waterfall,” a short section of fish behind and enters farming the creek that drops sharply over and ranching areas before becom- a manmade waterfall. Most tubers ing a tributary to the Redwater portage around the stretch, but River. n Photo courtesy Mark Watson kayakers push on for an exhila- Photos by Mark Watson

visitspearfish.com 9 Spearfish Area Hiking With the abundance of beautiful scenery in Spearfish — from the soaring limestone cliffs to meandering creeks and secluded valleys, it’s no surprise that hiking is one of the most popular outdoor-recreation pastimes.

With miles of trails to choose from on thousands of acres of easily-accessible public lands, hikers in Spearfish have a great opportunity to view wildlife, quietly behold some of the most scenic vistas in the country and learn about the history of the Black Hills through great interpretive trails through areas of rich history. The following page features a few of the favorite hiking trails in the Spearfish area. More information and trail maps are available at the Black Hills National Forest Service office located at 2014 N. Main St. in Spearfish. Remember, afternoon thunderstorms are common in the area and outdoor temperatures can change quickly, so dress in layers. Bring your own water, and do not drink from streams! n

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10 visitspearfish.com LOOKOUT MOUNTAIN POPULAR HIKING TRAILS: 4 Miles of Trail - Easy to Difficult The trailhead at Nevada Street is the start of a popular hiking SPEARFISH FALLS loop that ascends Lookout 1.5 Miles (roundtrip) - Easy Mountain, the closest hike to The trail starts 80 feet above town. From this trail, you can the Canyon floor on the deck of 5 follow the ridgeline to connect the Latchstring Inn restaurant, up with an old road that spans eye level with the Canyon’s much of the mountain. The old road is popular with spruce and aspen canopy, and hikers because it is kept mowed and maintained, and a 1 meanders down to the Canyon short spur leads to the tower area on the highest point floor where you’ll get a good view where hikers can behold breathtaking views of the town of some of the local flora on your way to the falls. of Spearfish and the surrounding area. None of the Directions: From Spearfish, take 14A (Spearfish trails are marked or mapped, but most trails are very Canyon Scenic Byway) to Savoy. Park at the Latchstring visible and easy to follow. Be cautious; rattlesnakes are restaurant and walk around to the back deck, where common on Lookout Mountain. you’ll find the trail marker. Directions: Head north on 10th Street and take a right on Nevada Street to the trailhead (road dead-ends and trail begins). IRON CREEK 4 Miles (roundtrip) - Easy to Moderate CROW PEAK This beautiful trail follows an 6.4 Miles (roundtrip) - Difficult old roadbed along Iron Creek in Views from the top of Spearfish Canyon. Arguably one Crow Peak include the city of of the most beautiful trails in the Spearfish, Spearfish Valley, and area, this easily accessible trail west to Wyoming. 2 is just minutes from Spearfish Crow Peak is a key landmark and is not to be missed. 6 in the Northern Black Hills. Directions: From Spearfish, take 14A (Spearfish The name “Crow Peak” is an Canyon Scenic Byway) about 11 miles. Just before you English translation of the Sioux name for the peak, cross Iron Creek (which empties into Spearfish Creek) “Paha Karitukateyapi,” which means “the hill where there will be a large parking lot on the right. There is a the Crows were killed.” The name stems from a battle sign on the roadside for Iron Creek. between Sioux and Crow Indians in which the Sioux were victorious. Crow Peak is a dominant landmark ‘76 TRAIL because of its geological makeup. Billions of years ago, 1.6 Miles (roundtrip) - Difficult underground molten rock, pushed upward forming hills. This quick but difficult Crow Peak and other peaks you can see from the Crow hike will take you to the rim of Peak summit, such as Bear Butte, Spearfish Mountain Spearfish Canyon. Climbing 700 and Terry Peak, were formed in this manner. feet in less than a half-mile, this Directions: From Spearfish, head north on Main trail is strenuous but is one of Street (turns into North Avenue) past Safeway. Turn 3 very few access points to the left onto Hillsview and drive approximately 4.1 miles. spectacular views from atop the At the juncture, turn left onto Higgins Gulch Road, also rim of Spearfish Canyon. known as Forest Service Road 214. Follow FSR 214 for Directions: From Spearfish, take 14A (Spearfish approximately 7 miles to the trailhead. Canyon Scenic Byway) to Savoy. The trail begins near Spearfish Canyon Lodge and is accessible from the LITTLE SPEARFISH CREEK lodge parking lot. Upper Loop - 4.7 Miles, Lower Loop - 3.2 Miles, Both Loops - 6.3 Miles, ROUGHLOCK FALLS TRAIL Spur Trail to Old Baldy Trail - 0.9 Miles 2 Miles (roundtrip) - Easy - Easy to Moderate This trail is handicap- This trail system meanders accessible and winds its way through stands of Ponderosa 7 slowly to Roughlock Falls, a pine, quaking aspen and breathtaking waterfall along paper birch. Spectacular views of limestone cliffs are Little Spearfish Creek. complemented by the ambiance of Little Spearfish 4 Directions:: From Spearfish, Creek. The foundation of an old ranger station and a take 14A (Spearfish Canyon root cellar can be seen between Timon Campground Scenic Byway) to Savoy. The trail begins near Spearfish and the Rod and Gun Campground. Canyon Lodge and is signed and accessible from the Directions: From Spearfish, take 14A (Spearfish lodge parking lot. Canyon Scenic Byway) to Savoy. Travel west on FSR 222 for approximately 4.7 miles (past Roughlock Falls) to the trailhead. Inset photos by: Heidi Watson 1, 2, 6, 7; Letti Lister 3, 4, 5 visitspearfish.com 11 DowntownA celebration of arts &Vibe: culture

Visitors to Spearfish are owners feel that the aesthetic historic Matthews Opera House greeted by the timeless, familiar attraction of Main Street enhances and Art Gallery accents the city’s storefronts and historic buildings the welcoming feel of the downtown varied arts community with year- characteristic of Main Street, but area. round programs and art exhibits. with the added bonus of a fresh, Main Street offers plenty of And each Friday, from June picturesque streetscape. options for any shopper: clothing, through August, Main Street plays With traffic and pedestrian antiques, organic food, outdoor host to Downtown Friday Nights, friendly streets and sidewalks, sporting goods, coffee shops, cafes, featuring area bands, food and a clock tower, and an outdoor wine bars and more can all be shopping. n fireplace, downtown business found in the downtown area. The

EXPLORE DOWNTOWN SPEARFISH Every community has a core, and Spearfish has a very solid one in the downtown area, one whose strength is commitment to the customers and dedication to the community. Visit the Spearfish Downtown Business Association’s website DowntownSpearfish.com for shopping information and upcoming events.

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12 visitspearfish.com SPEARFISH WALKING TOURS Two walking tours take you through Spearfish’s historic commercial and residential district, giving you a piece of its history on foot. Stop by the Visit Spearfish office on Main Street for your copy of the commercial and residential walking tour guides.

2017 Featured Downtown Events DOWNTOWN FRIDAY NIGHTS Held throughout the summer, Downtown Friday Nights is a free concert series where families and friends enjoy vendors and sidewalk sales along with live bands playing from the stage. The event is held Friday evenings from June through August.

HARVEST FEST Held each September, Harvest Fest celebrates the fall in downtown Spearfish with live entertainment, vendors, childrens activities, contests, sidewalk sales and more.

CHRISTMAS STROLL & HOLIDAZZLE PARADE The Holidazzle Light Parade is more than deck the halls. Held in early December, parade entrants deck out their vehicles and floats with Christmas lights and decorations for a parade down Main Street getting visitors in the mood for Christmas.

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visitspearfish.com 13 The Matthews Opera House imagine what it was like to see a and Arts Center has been the show here 110 years ago,” said MATTHEWS center of all things artistic in Sian Young, executive director of Spearfish since it first opened its The Matthews. “Our stage looks OPERA HOUSE doors to the public in 1906. It almost exactly like it did in 1906. remains the beating artistic heart We are proud of how this commu- of the city today. nity nurtures and sustains the AND ARTS Located on Main Street, all of opera house. We also love show- its attributes and events provide a ing this special place to visitors CENTER: taste of the finest regional art the who come to Spearfish. “During Black Hills has to offer. It has a regular business hours our doors A beating heart of color, unique window into the history of are open for tours even if there art in the west. isn’t a production going on,” says culture and creativity Today the Matthews Opera Young. House and Arts Center thrives by The Matthews Opera House for over 110 years hosting regular live productions. and Arts Center is the only The community theater program restored historic opera house in puts on many stage productions the Black Hills. Restoration work each year. This allows both am- stuck as close to original as pos- OPEN YEAR-ROUND ateurs and professionals to mix sible. Among the highlights of the their talents into living pieces of building, is the original prosce- (605) 642-7973 theatrical work in Spearfish. nium. It is an intricate scrolled, matthewsopera.com “The Matthews Opera House painted, and detailed beauty Downtown Spearfish and Arts Center provides a glowing with history. The theater wonderful opportunity for visi- itself is unique in that the acous- tors. They can walk upstairs and tics are the best around. This

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“Is The Matthews Opera House haunted?” The Phantom of the Matthews Opera House by Paul Higbee

This original melodrama first appeared at The Matthews in 1976 and became a summer theatre staple for locals and visitors alike throughout the 80s and 90s. In a cooperative joint effort between The Matthews and the BHSU theater department, “The Phantom of Matthews Opera House” is back on The Matthews’ stage for the month of July 2017. So for visitors who enjoy seek- It will be performed every ing out some of the best art in the Monday, Tuesday, and Wednesday Black Hills, The Matthews art gal- night at 7:30. Due to the July 4 lery is the place to visit. Stop in to holiday, summer theater will be view a variety of work. Art ranges performed just July 3, and 5 for from watercolor, oil and acrylic the first week. The run ends the paintings, jewelry, photography, first week of August, August 1-2. attracts actors and musicians sculpture and more. Dick Termes’ Under the direction of BHSU from the community and around internationally recognized Ter- Professor, Bert Juhrend, the the country. mespheres hang throughout the performances will be staged in They enjoy taking the stage space. the beautifully restored 110-year- throughout the year. Also, cultur- One of the greatest triumphs of old Matthews Opera House, one al performances continue to grow the Matthews Opera House and of the West’s oldest and most in popularity at The Matthews. Of Arts Center is the Festival in the beloved venues. Located at 612 these are an annual foreign film Park. It is an outdoor celebration Main Street, Spearfish, the opera festival, lectures, and educational of art and culture. The festival house is located on the second events. occurs on the third weekend of floor, just above The Matthews The first floor of the Matthews July. More than 175 artists have Art Gallery. The theater first opened in 1906. We invite you to Opera House and Arts Center booths. They display everything step into history, take a seat, and houses a fine art gallery. The from handmade jewelry, wood- settle in for some great laughs gallery features the juried work work, paintings, photography, and villainous hijinks. of 40-50 regional artists. Many of handcrafted clothes, and more. Check for more great entertain- these artists have national and “This is the largest summer ment throughout the year on the international reputations. It is event in Spearfish,” Young said. opera house stage including the- ever-changing as more and more “We have up to 25,000 people atrical productions, concerts, and emerging artists begin to display that come to town just to various live entertainment acts. their work. “We promote visual attend this event. It’s something artists at all stages in their de- we’re very proud of.” velopment, from emerging to well As a nonprofit entity, the Mat- established. As an arts center, thews Opera House and Arts Cen- July 3, 5, 10, 11, 12, 17, 18, 19, we can provide new artists with a ter survives with volunteers. They 24, 25, 26, 31; Aug. 1, 2 means to grow into their medium appreciate the generous contribu- Starting at 7:30 p.m. and further develop their style. All tions of individual businesses and the while learning the business of community members. “We have Tickets: $12.00 adults • $6.00 under 18 art.” Young said. Visit www.matthewsopera.com CONTINUED ON PAGE 16 for more information, or call 605-642-7973.

visitspearfish.com 15 CONTINUED FROM PAGE 15 an incredible amount of volunteers. Many of the original laden doors and “This organization couldn’t function boards are now on display to memo- without them,” Young said. From rialize its history. helping organize a reception in the As years passed The Matthews gallery, taking tickets at the opera Opera House and Arts Center went house, or helping set up the Festival through many transformations. In in the Park, Young said volunteers the 1920s, it was known as “The are the true reason the Matthews Princess Theater,” when it was Opera House and Arts Center is a primarily a movie house. The silver success. screen fell in 1930 when the owner The Gallery, located at 612 Main of the theater opened a new build- St., is open 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., ing down the street. Throughout Monday through Saturday (Sum- the next 25 years, the opera house mer hours) and Tuesday through served time as everything from a Saturday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. (Winter practice basketball court to a shoot- hours). ing gallery. To say that the opera house fell HISTORY into disrepair would be an under- formed. The building owner, Mike Thomas Matthews established the statement. Various restoration efforts Kelley, provided a rent-free 95-year Matthews Opera House in 1906. His were undertaken over the years. lease. The first phase of the renova- goal was to bring arts and culture to Some of them were more success- tions ended in 1989 with final work the west. ful than others. It wasn’t until the completed in 2006. The completion After opening its doors, traveling 1980s that a serious restoration of this historic masterpiece came theater companies from all over the effort began. This was when the non- 100 years after the building’s initial world played at this unique venue. profit Matthews Opera House Society construction. n

The Matthews Opera House invites you to the 40th Annual FESTIVAL IN THE PARK Over 200 art, craft and food booths fillSpearfish City Park July 14-16, 2017

Join thousands of locals and tival in the Park attracts more than food and beverage vendors for every visitors for a festive stroll through 200 regional vendors offering items appetite. Spearfish City Park, enjoying the from art and jewelry, to food and For more information call sights and sounds of one of the larg- furniture. Enjoy live music at The (605) 642-7973 or visit est and most popular artistic events Watering Hole, browse for unique art www.MatthewsOpera.com in the Black Hills. The annual Fes- items and gifts, and a wide variety of

FRIDAY: 4 P.M.-8 P.M. SATURDAY: 9 A.M.-7 P.M. Matthews Opera House & Arts Center Fundraiser Night (Free to the public) $5 wristband required for entrance. They are available in advance or at entrances to the park. SUNDAY: 10 A.M.-4 P.M. Live music from 5 p.m.-10 p.m. in The Watering Hole

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BHP File Photo Photo courtesy Mark Watson BHP File Photo D.C. Booth HISTORIC FISH HATCHERY

Take time to visit one of the With the popularity of trout fish- to establish trout populations in the ing and the abundance of streams area. After considering several loca- most beautiful and well- and great fishing opportunities in tions, Spearfish was finally chosen preserved historic sites in the area, visitors might not realize because of the abundance of pure, that trout are not native to the Black cold spring water and its proximity Spearfish. D.C. Booth Historic Hills. to the town and railroad system. National Fish Hatchery is a In 1890 — because of the pristine In 1899 the completed hatchery free family attraction located water, habitat and food sources for building (which now houses the trout — Congress appropriated $500 museum), raceways, ice house and just blocks from downtown to investigate the possibility of plac- rearing ponds were accepted from along Spearfish Creek. ing a hatchery near the Black Hills the contractor. Four days later,

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OPEN YEAR-ROUND For more information: (605) 642-7730 423 Hatchery Circle DCBoothFishHatchery.org

100,000 trout eggs were incubat- THE FISH and the general landscape is itself ing. Between 20,000 to 30,000 rain- a historic resource. Ponds, rock After years of very successful fish bow trout are stocked out of D.C. walls, water systems and buildings production that included overland Booth each year by the South all contribute to the site’s historical trips to Yellowstone National Park; Dakota Department of Game, Fish, significance. The 10-acre grounds destructive floods; visits by heads and Parks into nearby lakes and also include nature trails with of state; railroad journeys; and the streams for anglers to enjoy. Visitors scenic overlooks. Although many hatching of millions of rainbow, can get up close and personal with alterations have been made to the brown, brook and cutthroat trout, brown and rainbow trout by feeding site over the years, each change tells the Spearfish National Fish Hatch- them from above or watching them a story about hatchery operations. ery was closed. In 1989, however, through the underwater viewing the hatchery was rehabilitated and windows. THE YELLOWSTONE BOAT reopened with a new museum, U.S. Fisheries Boat #39, a wood- public restrooms, visitor center THE MUSEUM en “Great Lakes” style cabin cruis- and underwater viewing area. The The Von Bayer Museum of Fisher- er, tells the story of early hatchery Fish and Wildlife Service resumed ies History was created to preserve workers who went on expeditions to operations of the facility with a the vibrant history and rich heritage Yellowstone National Park to col- new mission to assemble, preserve, of American fisheries workers. The lect trout eggs to be returned to the protect, make accessible to re- museum collection contains more hatchery and stocked in the Black searchers and interpret the history than 175,000 items and is the larg- Hills. and technology of fish culture. The est collection of fisheries artifacts in museum collection at D.C. Booth is the country. The museum is open THE SCULPTURES growing and is currently one of the daily during the summer season. Two life-size bronze sculp- largest collections of fishery history tures can be seen on the hatchery and artifacts in the nation. THE GROUNDS grounds depicting the lives of early Today, more than 150,000 Spanning 10 acres, the entire fisheries workers and the important visitors visit D.C. Booth Historic hatchery site is listed on the Na- role that fishing plays in American National Fish Hatchery every year. tional Register of Historic Places, tradition and culture today. CONTINUED ON PAGE 20

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THE BOOTH HOUSE The Neo-Colonial Revival Booth House, built for the first superin- tendant in 1905, is open for tours to visitors who can learn about the history of the house and the families who lived and worked on hatcheries. Don’t forget to visit Ruby’s Garden behind the house, which is the site of dozens of weddings throughout the summer. BHP File Photo THE RAILCAR Before the advent of refrigerated tanker trucks, fish hatcheries were role in enriching the nation’s nation- Admission to the hatchery is faced with the problem of how to al resources and created a unique, always free, although donations are quickly move fish from hatcheries to romantic and proud tradition. appreciated. lakes and rivers around the country. Grounds are open from dawn to During the “Fish Car Era,” 10 THE POND GIFT SHOP dusk, 365 days a year. specially-designed railcars were Visit The Pond gift shop for hatch- Guided tours through the Booth constructed; and by 1920, fish ery and fisheries souvenirs, books, House, museum and railcar are cars had carried over 72 billion fish nature toys and gifts, fly-fishing generally available every day from across 2 million miles of railroad supplies and of course fish food. The May through September. track. D.C. Booth is home to the gift shop provides information on Visitors can feed the fish and view only fisheries railcar exhibit in the the Black Hills, South Dakota fish- them through the underwater view- country. Visitors to this unique and ing licensing and the Fishing Tackle ing windows. beautifully-restored railcar will learn Loaner Program, which allows visi- For more information or to check about the history of the Fish Car Era tors to check out fishing poles and exhibit hours, call (605) 642-7730. n — a 66-year period that played a key gear to use off-site at no cost.

The Pond GifT ShoP Great gifts for visitors and locals alike! • Hatchery & Fisheries Souvenirs • Nature Toys & Gifts • Books - Local Interest & Nature • T-shirts & Caps • Fishing Tackle Loaner Program • Fish Food The Pond Shop, museums and fisheries rail car are open mid-May through mid-September

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Western history comes alive at The High Plains Western the High Plains Western Heritage Heritage Center currently Center overlooking Spearfish. provides a community forum for The museum was founded to entertainment and education that honor the Old West pioneers and includes a 200-seat theatre. the American Indians of South The Heritage Center is one of Dakota, North Dakota, Montana, 700 marked locations along the Wyoming and Nebraska. historic Great Western Cattle Step back in time as you take in Trail. After the Civil War, upon the museum that contains 20,000 returning home, Texas ranchers square feet of displays featuring found their longhorn cattle herds a wide range of Western artifacts, had been neglected and grown the cattle and sheep industries, too large to be sustained by their blacksmithing, saddle making, home ranges. Cowboys pushed natural history, mining, forestry their herds north along what is and, of course, cowboys and now known as The Great Western rodeo. Cattle Trail. It runs though nine Observe outside displays states from Mexico to Canada including a one-room identifying the most used cattle schoolhouse, a homestead log trail route from Texas to the High cabin, antique farm equipment Plains. Today’s travelers are and live longhorn cattle grazing in able to loosely follow the same the pasture. 1,800 mile cattle trail blazed by The center is part of the Blue those early cowboys and see the Star Museums and offers free sights that many early pioneers admission from Memorial Day witnessed along the way. n until Labor Day for active duty and retired military personal.

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Courtesy photos visitspearfish.com 21 Birding in Spearfish

The Spearfish area contains great bird habitats: Ponderosa pine forests, flowing mountain streams with rich vegetation, aspen groves, lakes, burned areas, mixed grassland hills, potholes and marshes, pastureland and urban parks. This diversity of habitat provides a home for scores of migratory and resident birds — some of which are found in few other locations in South Dakota. Your trip to Spearfish is a great opportunity to add some birds to your “life list.” And you don’t even have to venture far from your hotel or campground. The city of Spearfish maintains an amazing recreation path — most of which follows Spearfish Creek through town. The creek — together with 16 parks along the 7.5-mile recreation path, the enormous Spearfish City Park and the D.C. Booth Historic Fish Hatchery — all offer close and easy opportunities for successful bird watching during your Spearfish vacation. You can pick up a free bird checklist at the D.C. Booth Historic Fish Hatchery before you begin your journey. Keep an eye open for some of these coveted Black Hills species: ruffed grouse, Lewis’s woodpecker, red-naped sapsucker, gray jay, canyon wren, lazuli bunting, american dipper, three-toed woodpecker, black-backed woodpecker and Clark’s nutcracker. n

Pick up a FREE Bird Checklist at Visit Spearfish on the corner of Main St. & Hudson St. downtown or visit the D.C. Booth Historic Fish Hatchery Fish Hatchery Loop, Spearfish (605) 642-7730

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Photo by Mark Watson Photo courtesy Les Heiserman Photo courtesy Les Heiserman 22 visitspearfish.com then travel down Highway 14A riders can stay on U.S. Highway CANYON and take in some of the most 34, a straight stretch of highway beautiful sites of the Black Hills. that leads through beautiful plains The Canyon is filled with a forest land, to Belle Fourche. From CURVES: of spruce, pine, aspen, birch and Belle Fourche, take the two-lane A biker’s paradise oak, with Spearfish Creek cutting road Highway 14 to Beulah, Wyo. through it all as it winds through After stopping for gas or lunch BY WENDY PITLICK native foliage. The Canyon is in this tiny town that is rich in When it comes to motorcycling, also home to a variety of wildlife history, riders can turn south the curves of Spearfish just can’t that like to take up residence and head toward Sundance, Wyo., be beat. around the Canyon’s waterfalls cutting back on Highway 585 From the famous Spearfish — Bridal Veil, Spearfish and to Four Corners in Wyoming. Canyon, to the lesser-traveled Roughlock Falls, which all offer Follow Highway 85 back through back roads that loop around excellent hiking opportunities for Spearfish Canyon, take a left at through neighboring communities, a peaceful, fulfilling Black Hills Cheyenne Crossing, and head back it’s no wonder motorcycle experience. At the very end of the to Spearfish. The ride is a total of enthusiasts around the world have Canyon stop for pie or lunch at about 100 miles, and features the gravitated to the Queen City for Cheyenne Crossing Trading Post. Northern Hills’ signature curves, beautiful riding experiences. Another lesser-traveled route hills, plains and wildlife that One of the most popular rides showcases the many different makes the motorcycle experience in the Black Hills, Spearfish kinds of terrain in and around one of the best in the world. n Canyon is U.S. Highway 14A. The the Spearfish area. Starting at ride starts in gorgeous Spearfish, Exit 17 off Interstate 90, riders which has been called the “Queen can take a short jog on Highway City” because it is surrounded by 85 to St. Onge Road. From there, three peaks of its own — Crow Peak, Spearfish Mountain and Lookout Mountain. Riders can

Photo by Mark Watson visitspearfish.com 23 Spearfish Canyon home to WORLD CLASS CLIMBING

BY MARK WATSON For years climbers from throughout the world have traveled to the Black Hills to climb the Needles’ granite spires. But it has been only in recent decades that Spearfish Canyon has becomes a world-class climbing destination. Climbers find high-quality limestone at multiple crags with approach distances of a few yards off the road to a grunt up the steep hills to the walls. Climbing magazine, a globally distributed magazine highlighting the best climbers and crags in the world, recently featured the limestone cliffs of Spearfish Canyon in a seven-page spread. The article, titled “Spearfish Canyon: The Land of 5.12,” brings to light the crags that locals have known about and climbed for years. When people did think of climbing in the hills other areas are what came to mind. “When they hear South Dakota all they think is the Needles and (Devils) Tower, but our sport climbing in the canyon on the limestone is world class,” said Mike Cronin, a Rapid City resident who is featured in the article. “it is just great to let people know that we have it so hopefully they will come and enjoy it.” The article opens “Spearfish Canyon, the Black Hills’ current proving grounds, hosts more than 450 routes, with 50- to 60-foot, techy limestone gems … for the enthused climber it’s like dragging … to grandma’s house for brunch, and then finding out she’s penned you in her will for a cool million; that’s the Spearfish Canyon cache.”

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24 visitspearfish.com Climbing magazine recently walls, the sun shines on the rock Gear up! ranked Spearfish as one of all year long making climbing in the top climbing towns in the the dead of winter possible and High Mountain Outfitters 740 N. Main St. country. dry, that is after walking through (605) 717-2982 As of 2016, there are now more snow on the approach trail. than 720 routes in the canyon in If ice climbing is more your Guide services are seven main climbing areas. style, Spearfish Canyon is home available through: The canyon sports mellow to three climbable flows. Sylvan Rocks beginner routes from 5.4 to The most popular and (605) 484-7585 5.8 leading Black Hills State accessible – Bridal Veil Falls – University to bring its climbing offers about a 60-foot climb rated Devils Tower classes to the limestone cliffs for at WI3. It’s close proximity and Climbing introductory climbing. And for high visibility to the road offer a (307) 467-5267 inspiration they are located right quick climbing opportunity. next to a technical 5.12. Farther up the Canyon The Canyon is also home to climbers can find a narrow gully some of the safest climbing in offering a 60-foot climb rated the area. from WI3 to WI4. Unlike the Needles, which is Near the base of the notorious for runout from bolt Canyon is the Terminator to bolt or from gear locations Pillar. It previously stood on tiny crystals that can and do as one narrow column of pop off at inopportune times, the ice rising from the floor Canyon is home to beefy bolts to the roof above, but only a body length apart, and recently the flow spans a that comes with a different code wider section and is of ethics. This differs from the rated WI4. n needles with a ground up bolting ethic where a 160-foot route may have only two bolts. Climbing routes are located in seven main areas of spearfish canyon, each containing a different challenge. Another draw the Canyon has to the locals is the chance to climb all year long. At some

visitspearfish.com 25 The only cost associated with snowshoeing on the vast array of WINTER area trails is a $3 per person per day, $15 per person per year Mick- SPORTING elson Trail pass available at self-ser- Get into it! vice stations along the trail. Trails are not groomed, so be pre- ACTIVITIES pared to break your own trail. www.visitspearfish.com For more information and a trail map, visit gfp.sd.gov. BY JACI CONRAD PEARSON The Mickelson Trail is one popu- With access to two ski mountains Snowshoe trails also exist at two lar site for snowshoers, but pretty locations in the Black Hills National located less than 20 miles from much anywhere that would nor- Spearfish and plenty of cross coun- Forest. mally be open to walking or hiking At Eagle Cliff trails, located seven try and snowshoeing trails through- during the summer months is open out the Northern Hills, those looking miles southwest of Cheyenne Cross- for snowshoeing. ing on Highway 85, there are two to play in this winter wonderland South Dakota Game, Fish and won’t be disappointed. snowshoe routes – one mile and one Parks makes the prospect of snow- and one-half miles long. shoeing hard to turn down, as SNOWSHOEING: At Big Hill trails, located nine snowshoes can be checked out for miles south of Spearfish on Tinton If barreling down a mountain on free from their Lead office, located at a pair of skis or a snowboard isn’t Road, there are also two snowshoe 11361 Nevada Gulch Rd., Monday routes – one and one-half mile and your sort of thing, there’s always the through Friday. sport of snow shoeing — and innu- three and one-half miles in length. merable places to do it. There is no fee to traverse these trails, although they are un- groomed.

CROSS COUNTRY SKIING: There are a few sets of cross country ski trails in the Northern Hills district of the Black Hills Na- tional Forest. EAGLE CLIFF There are 27.1 miles of largely un-groomed cross country ski trails in the Eagle Cliff trail network in Black Hills National Forest, with one groomed loop and the rest classified as backcountry. The 21 inter-connected trails are specifically designed for skiing and consist of 10 miles of trails that are rated easy, 9 miles moderate and 8 miles difficult.

Courtesy photos 26 visitspearfish.com Trails range from short, rug- SKIING & SNOWBOARDING: ged and remote to longer, looping Downhill and cross country SD Game, Fish & Parks Trails: trails with a range of difficulty. skiing as well as snowboarding (605) 584-3896 The opportunity to combine trails opportunities are rife in the Black www.gfp.sd.gov and create a unique experience is Hills at two different ski parks. a highlight of this system. Located within just a few miles Terry Peak: (605) 584-2165 The Forest Service asks snow- of each other, just outside of Lead, Deer Mountain: (605) 580-1169 shoers to stay off the groomed Terry Peak Ski Area and Deer trail and those bringing pets to Mountain Ski Resort are typically use the snowshoe trails or Sunny open from Thanksgiving through Meadow. March and feature rental equip- covering 60 percent of the moun- There are three accesses to ment and full-service lodges. tain, the family-friendly atmo- the Eagle Cliff Trails at 7.4 to With elevations of 5,900 feet sphere and diverse terrain are 9.4 miles southwest of Cheyenne to more than 7,000 feet more Crossing on Highway 85. designed to entertain the entire snow falls on Terry Peak and Deer family. Mountain than anywhere else in BIG HILL The new and improved Deer There are 13.6 miles of large- the region. Terrain parks, a snow Mountain offers a 6,850-foot sum- ly un-groomed cross country ski skate park, half pipes, 10 miles of mit, 44 trails and recently up- trails in the Big Hill trail system, groomed cross-country trails, and located nine miles southwest graded chair lifts. With a range of a tube hill can all be found in the of Spearfish, with three loops terrain options for every skill level, groomed by volunteers. The Big vicinity of the two ski mountains, including a tubing park, the whole Hill trailhead is about 7 miles as well as lodging. family can ride or ski to their southwest of Spearfish on Route Terry Peak is the third highest heart’s content. 134. point and highest lift-served area For more information on Ter- There is no fee to traverse the east of the Rockies. With 30-plus ry Peak, call (605) 584-2165. For trails located in the Black Hills trails, 12 black diamond runs and more information on Deer Moun- National Forest trail system. high-tech snowmaking equipment tain call (605) 584-1169. n

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vehicles with a ski. If titled as a motorcycle but meets the GF&P’s SNOWMOBILNG definition as a snowmobile they can purchase a $20 permit valid for the ON 350 MILES snowmobile season. Get into it! Snowmobilers can ride on the trails as well as public land that is OF FUN not posted closed.

www.visitspearfish.com In South Dakota, all snowmobiles must be properly licensed to Snowmobiling season means sled- infested with mountain pine beetles. operate on public or private lands, heads have 350 miles of groomed “Sometimes we have to move except those private lands owned trails to navigate in the Black Hills. trails to accommodate their use,” by the snowmobile’s operator. Early season storms usually Percy said. A resident snowmobile license allow much of the Black Hills to Riders are encouraged to be aware cost $10 annually and can be have “adequate snow” for the trails, of reroutes and closed trails before purchased at the county treasurer’s but the further south you go, the leaving the trailhead. office in deadwood. Resident and less snow is on the ground, said “Snowmobilers need to be aware non-resident snowmobilers with Shannon Percy, Black Hills trails that we change our maps every year unlicensed sleds may purchase a district supervisor. because of these reroutes, so they five-day, temporary snowmobile TRAILS: need to make sure they have a new, permit at many trailside vendors or With the start of the trail updated map.” online at http://gfp.sd.gov/to-do/ grooming season, Dec. 15, there are MAPS: snowmobile. The temporary permit often spots on the trails that have a Maps can be picked up at is $40. foot of snow and others with only a Spearfish Visitor Information According to state law, couple inches, Percy said. Center, at any Forest Service office, snowmobilers who operate in The Northern Hills trails, around at any snowmobiling business and road rights-of-way and/or public Big Hill and Trailshead, tend to have online at http://www.fs.usda.gov/ snowmobile trails must show proof the most snow in the Hills. blackhills and http://gfp.sd.gov/ of financial responsibility (liability Each year trails are updated and insurance). moved due to logging contracts PERMITS & LICENSE: The Black Hills trail system is with the Forest Service, which The state offers permits for open from Dec. 15 to March 31. has contractors hauling out trees, motorcycles that convert to tracked Call ahead for trail conditions. n

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pages feature a self- SPEARFISH CANYON GO National Scenic Byway guided tour starting from the intersection of Six hundred million or so years canyon filled with a wide variety of ago, long before man walked this flora and fauna and breathtaking Hwy. 14A and Colorado area, it was covered by a huge views of the canyon walls. Boulevard in Spearfish, sea. As waters subsided and Archaeological evidence landmasses began to appear – 30 indicates big game hunters and south to Cheyenne to 60 million years ago – drainages their families (paleo-indians) were such as Spearfish Canyon formed present in the area and possibly in Crossing located at the as softer rock was eroded away. the canyon at least 10,000 years intersection of Today, this area is part of the ago. Today, the Canyon attracts Black Hills National Forest. visitors to take in sights and to Hwy. 14A and Hwy 85. What remains is a stunning fish its pristine waters for trout. n

visitspearfish.com 33 34 visitspearfish.com SPEARFISH CANYON Points of Interest SPEARFISH

MILE MILE MILE 2.9 SPLIT ROCK 9 VICTORIA’S TOWER 13.8 ROUGHLOCK FALLS

2.9 miles traveling up the Canyon, Located 9 miles up the Canyon, a large At Savoy, turn up Forest Service from the intersection of Colorado limestone face towers from the Canyon Road 222 and travel approximately Boulevard and Highway 14A, the floor. This is Victoria’s Tower. 1 mile. Several parking lots are road travels through a notch blasted available for in a domed rock outcropping to people to use while they visit Northern permit access for the railroad that Roughlock Falls. Pioneers Great Plains ALT traveled the Canyon floor. MILE traveling down the canyon 14 9.2 11TH HOUR GULCH used to lower their wagons Grasslands Blink and you’ll miss it. But there is down the drop. To do so, a parking lot located just downstream they would rough lock the National Forest MILE from 11th Hour Gulch, a narrow slot, wheels to prevent them 5.8 BRIDAL VEIL FALLS from rolling freely – hence Service Kiosk about 50 feet wide, carved by time North Cascading approximately 60 into the Canyon wall. the name of the falls. feet, Bridal Veil Falls is located Entrance adjacent to a large parking lot to accommodate sightseers. An observation platform was recently MILE MILE DANCES WITH Split installed by the Forest Service to 9.3 KISSING ROCKS 15.8 WOLVES Spearfish prevent erosion to the area. The falls Rock Use the same parking lot to visit flows intensely in the spring and FILMING LOCATION Creek Kissing Rocks, two large boulders slows considerably in late summer laying in the middle of Spearfish 1990 saw the epic Western and fall. Creek. The rocks, also known as The film Dances with Wolves. Dice, came crashing to the bottom of Much of the movie was filmed the Canyon. in South Dakota, and the film site of the winter camp scene MILE HOMESTAKE #2 8.1 is marked 3 miles up Forest HYDROPLANT Service Road 222. MILE The Homestake Mining Company 12.8 SPEARFISH FALLS opened its second hydroelectric plant in 1917 using the water of At Savoy, the road forks in the Bridal Veil Falls Spearfish Creek to create electricity Canyon. Park at a parking lot and Botany Bay for its massive gold mine located in take the hiking trail to the floor Pullout Lead. The plant sits idle now, but its of the Canyon. Picnic Area, USFS older sister plant, opened in 1911 and located near the Spearfish City Campground, still operates and generates clean power. Homestake #2 Hydroplant Victoria’s Tower Eastern Deciduous Forest 11th Hour Gulch Kissing Rocks E 85 N S South Entrance W Spearfish Creek Kissing Rocks 14 Hanna Campground ALT Yates Pond Yates Long Valley Picnic Area, USFS Picnic Area, Long Valley CROSSING CHEYENNE Northern Rocky Mountain Pine Forest Native Botanical Gardens Trail Native Botanical Gardens Spearfish Falls Trails Spearfish Falls SAVOY Coniferous Forest Coniferous 1 Mile Roughlock Trail 76 Trail Rod & Gun USFS Campground, Grasslands/Forest Public Restrooms Creek Road Rimrock Trail Rimrock 222 Little Spearfish Trails Little Spearfish

Portal Spearfish Falls Pullout Timon Campground, USFS Timon Campground, USFS Scenic Byway Scenic USFS City Point of Interest Hiking Trails Picnic/Campground Iron Creek Iron Dances with Wolves Winter Film Site Roughlock Falls & Picnic Area Little Spearfish Creek visitspearfish.com 35 FALL COLORS in Spearfish Canyon

BY MARK WATSON Fall colors in Spearfish Canyon “Our September is far better than When the fall colors in Spearfish reach their peak near the end our June,” Caldwell said. “Linda Canyon reach their peak, you can of September or the first part of Ahlers, from Spearfish Canyon bet there will be visitors clambering October. Lodge, always says that ‘Sturgis has to see the beauty of the deciduous Caldwell said. their Motorcycle trees. “It’s interesting. Rally. We have a Rusts and oranges are found Most people who leaf rally.’ That’s in the oaks. Gold aspen and birch call think the The fall colors in Spearfish true. It’s our leaves quiver in the breeze. The colors change a Canyon reach their peak near signature event, cottonwoods and willows show off lot earlier than the end of September and the changing of their bright yellow. Ruby reds show they do. A lot early October. the leaves.” up near the ground on smatterings of people plan People travel of sumac. The dark green backdrops their vacations from as far away from the pines combine with all of around Labor as Canada, these to make an exquisite palette of Day. They get a little bit spooked Wisconson, Nebraska, Illinois, and colors. when you tell them the last week of Colorado to take in the fall colors of “Spearfish Canyon is our number September.” the canyon. n one attraction,” said Mistie Caldwell, But when September does roll the executive director of Visit around, the visitor numbers can Spearfish. “It is all year long, but the increase even over summer month fall is a totally different experience totals. than in the summer.” She said people, mainly adult couples and retirees, start calling her office as early as April asking when they should come out to see the colors of Spearfish Canyon in their prime. “Adult couples plan their vacations after school starts again and before winter,” Caldwell said. “As we get closer to the day, it’s people from the five-state region asking ‘when’s the peak?’”

Witness the Brilliance

Photo courtesy Letti Lister 36 visitspearfish.com OF SPEARFISHWaterfalls CANYON

Bridal Veil Falls 5.8 Miles South of North Entrance

Cascading approximately 60 feet, Bridal Veil Falls is the most accessible waterfall in the canyon. The falls flows intensly in the spring and slows considerably in late summer and fall. It is located adjacent to a large parking lot to accommodate sightseers. An observation platform was recently installed by the Forest Service to prevent erosion to the area.

Directions: On Highway 14, after about 5.8 miles, Bridal Veil will be on your left. Photo courtesy Les Voorhis

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visitspearfish.com 37 Now organized and maintained go. Some people will wave a map in by the Forest Service, the trail my face and say ‘where am I?’ said OHV TRAIL network stretches across 650 miles Bonnie Jones, recreation specialist of the 1.2 million-acre forest. with the Forest Service. “Learn There are 3,650 miles of roads what those symbols mean on the SYSTEM and trails in the Hills. Of those, legend, and what that means about continually expanding 707 miles will eventually be where you can be driving.” marked specifically for off-highway The maps are available from vehicle use. the Spearfish Visitor Information The Black Hills is home to Many trails still require work. Center, the Northern Hills District hundreds of miles of off-road trails Disconnected trails need to be office in Spearfish, or online at that off-highway vehicle (OHV) connected across streams and www.fs.usda.gov. Maps of the users of all types can enjoy. around private and non-federal Black Hills trail system can be 2011 was the first year of an land. printed off in color or downloaded official OHV trail system in the TRAILS: directly to a global positioning Black Hills. For the first time, system or electronic map. off-road riders received an official Trails in the Northern Hills motor vehicle use map delineating are located near Iron Creek PERMITS & LICENSE: trail locations in the forest. Lake, Galena, Nemo and west of To help fund maintenance of the Previously riders could drive Cheyenne Crossing. Though trail system, the fees for users of anywhere in the forest that increased signage on the the new trail system are $20 per wasn’t posted closed, but a trails will help riders week, or $25 per year, and they federal directive required recognize their location, can be purchased at Forest Service that an official system be officials said it’s best to district offices or online. established and maintained keep a motor vehicle use In-state licenses and temporary in order to protect the map handy as well. out-of-state permits can be environmental resources MAPS: purchased at the Lawrence County of the forest. “The map Treasurer’s office in Deadwood. legend is Multiple permit types are available, important to so for more information, contact inform visitors the treasurer’s office at 578-1862 about where to or visit www.lawrence.sd.us/ treasure.htm. n

For more information: www.fs.usda.gov/blackhills and click on Recreation section. Fees: $20/week or $25/year

38 visitspearfish.com Your Powersports Headquarters OF SPEARFISHWaterfalls CANYON

Roughlock Falls 13.8 Miles South of the North Entrance

Take a break from your day to experience Roughlock Falls, a breathtaking multi-tiered waterfall along Little Spearfish Creek. Pioneers traveling down the canyon used to lower their wagons down the drop. by roughlocking the wheels to prevent Here to make the most of them from rolling freely your playtime in the Hills - hence the name of the falls. Parking and facilities are available as well as many mantained walking paths. Exit 14, Spearfish Directions: At Savoy, turn on to CAN-AM HONDA YAMAHA ROYAL ENFIELD URAL ROADSMITH SKI DOO Forest Service Road 222 and Photo courtesy SD Tourism travel approximately 1 mile. www.outdoor-motorsports.com • 1.877.351.0503

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visitspearfish.com 39 Do you like to explore the outdoors, discover hiking trails off the beaten path, and enjoy an activity perfect for all ages at no cost? If so, try geocaching where you can embark on a real world treasure hunt. Geocaching started gaining in popularity in 2000. Today about five million people seek out at least 2.6 million caches throughout the world. And, it’s grown in popularity throughout the Northern Black Hills, where 430 caches have been hidden. To get started, you need a GPS-enabled device, and register as a member of www.geocaching. com, an online reference for hidden caches. Once registered, visit the “Hide and Seek a Cache” page and enter zip code “57783” and coordinates will be displayed. Log the information provided into the GPS and validate the distance to the cache, and it’s time to “seek” out some fun. Caches vary greatly in size and appearance. In A REAL LIFE the field geocachers will see everything from large, clear plastic containers to film canisters to a fake TREASURE HUNT rock with a secret compartment. Another resource available is the Black Hills Geocache in and around Spearfish Area Geocachers online site at www.blackhillsarea- geocachers.com. n geocaching.com Spearfish zip code: 57783 Photo courtesy Heidi Watson/Watson Photography

Devils Tower National Monument Just over an hour from Spearfish

Devils Tower is 867 ft. from base to summit and stands 1,267 above the Belle Fourche River. It is 5,112 ft. above sea level. The Tower hiking trail is just over 1 ¼ miles. In 1906 President Theodore Roosevelt established Devils Tower as America’s first national monument. This rock formation towering over the land below is thought to be the remnants of a small intrusive body formed by magma which cooled and hardened under the surface and was then later exposed due to erosion of sedimentary rock.

FuN FAcT: What’s the fastest the Tower has been climbed? In the 1980s, Todd Skinner – a Wyoming native - free-soled (climbed alone, without ropes or protection) the Walt Bailey route in 18 minutes. OPEN YEAR-ROUND • www.nps.gov

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Spearfish Falls 12.8 Miles South of the North Entrance

Spearfish Falls is slightly off the beaten path, but well worth the walk. It is located at the base of the canyon at Savoy. There is a trail that will guide you to the bottom of the canyon and take you S p e a r f i S h r e a lt y beneath a canopy of trees as you approach the roaring waters of Spearfish Falls. Be 123 E. Jackson Blvd. sure to wear good Spearfish, SD shoes as the trail can be slippery at times. (605) 642-4607 Directions: On Highway 14, at spearfishrealty.com approximately 12.8 miles you will arrive at Savoy. Park at The Latchstring Restaurant parking lot. Trail to falls will be marked. Photo courtesy SD Tourism

visitspearfish.com 41 A MOUNTAIN BIKE MECCA

BY MARK WATSON climbs to a high point of Cement the Mother Load, a 210-mile ride Spearfish, and the miles of sin- Ridge and the fire lookout. The race that took riders on a tour through gle-track trails surrounding it, was starts and both the Northern and Southern one of the best-kept secrets in the ends at Sa- Black Hills. In 2016 there were mountain biking world. But the voy. It is part 210 people who registered for the secret is out and those trails draw of the Savoy Mother Lode and times ranged thousands of mountain bikers to the Winter Chal- from 13 to 20 hours. The race will Queen City every year. lenge; the be held again this year with a 5 The ranks of mountain biking other part a.m. start at the Spearfish City enthusiasts have swelled and the is a snow- Park. Riders must carry their own trails around Spearfish are among shoe race. In food and water, but there will be the favorites of many, including top 2015, 56 rid- four checkpoints in which riders industry riders. Even Salsa Cycles, a ers toed the can purchase food. Jewett said the Minnesota-based bicycle company, line and rider Zach Stone took the first checkpoint will be at mile 69 named its revamped ultra endur- men’s win with a time of 2:50:42. at Trailshead Lodge, the second ance suspension mountain bike the This year’s race will be held on checkpoint is at mile 124 at Moun- “Spearfish.” Saturday, March 18. For more infor- tain Meadows, the third Checkpoint mation, visit www.28below.com. is at mile 153 at Moonshine Gulch A WINTER FAT TIRE FEST Saloon, and the last checkpoint GOLD RUSH is back at mile 170 at Trailshead “28 BELOW”: MARCH 18 GRAVEL GRINDER: JUNE 10 Lodge. There Who says you can’t ride in the is a time winter. An up and coming trend The Gold Rush Gravel Grinder is a race, ride, tour of gravel roads of limit to the gaining momentum among moun- race, so it is tain bikers throughout the country the Black Hills. In its previous races, riders rode not for the is fat tire riding. And, Spearfish isn’t faint of heart immune. the Gravel Grinder, a 110-mile course or the tamer Gold Dust, or first time In 2014 the “28 Below” was held racers. All for the first time. The race, on snow- a 70-mile loop. In 2015, race organizer Perry Jewett introduced riders will mobile trails, is a 28-mile loop that have from 5

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a.m. to midnight to complete the DAKOTA FIVE-O: SEPT. 3 clockwise in ride. After midnight riders will not In recent years more and more odd years. be given a finishing time, and there races have come to fruition, but in Last year’s won’t be anyone or anything at the Black Hills, one reigns king - top rider, Co- the finish line. It is a challenging The Dakota Five-O. rey Stelljes, course with about 12,000 feet of Seventeen years ago, members finished the climbing. of Ridge Riders of the Black Hills course in The trio of races will be held organized a 50-mile mountain bike 3:36:33. on June 10, beginning with the race starting and ending in Spear- Registra- Mother Load at 5 a.m., followed by fish and taking in prime single-track tion for the the 110 mile Gravel Grinder at 6:30 trails and vistas in the Northern 2017 Dakota Five-O opens at 7 a.m. a.m. The 70 Hills. That year on April 1. The race will be held mile Gold Dust the race drew Sunday, September 3. race will begin The National Forest trail system only a handful Jewett, the race director describes at 7 a.m. provides the best single track of participants. the trail online at www.dakotafiveo. The rides con- com. riding in the Black Hills. Ride forward 16 sist of mostly years and the The race begins at the Spearfish gravel roads, race has been City Park. Riders head up Tinton but will also in- capped at 700 Road and begin single-track riding clude a bit of pavement while riders riders. Registration fills within hours after about three miles. The first roll over open prairies. The course of opening and riders compete over aid station is at mile 11, the Big Hill takes riders through canyons, Labor Day weekend for more than Trailhead. Climb up Cardiac Climb flowing creeks, and trails provide $25,000 in cash and prizes. on your way to the second aid sta- a perfect opportunity to explore The Dakota Five-O is called a tion, Old Baldy Trailhead. The third the deep forests, all while climbing “race, ride, tour” because top com- rest area is at is at Sheep Flats and toward views of the Black Hills. petitors will race each other while mile 27. Eight miles later is the Ball The fifth annual event will use other riders will take a few moments Park and the last official aid station. the same course as years’ past. It to stop and take in the beauty of the One more stop remains, the Bacon will be held on Saturday, June 10. woods. Station. Don’t ask for water here. To register, or find out more infor- In 2013 route was in reverse of its PBR and bacon is served. The trail mation, visit www.goldrushgravel- typical course for the first time. It is links back to the Tinton Trail and grinder.com. now run in a clockwise fashion in into the Spearfish City Park, where even numbered years and counter music, food, and a cold brew is waiting with your name on it! n

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spearfishcanyonhalfmarathon.com SPEARFISH CANYON Approximately 121 women left HALF MARATHON/5K: JULY 8 the starting line for the 12th annual The 31st annual Spearfish Canyon race in August 2016. The 26.2- Half Marathon/5K will be held July mile full marathon started at Lead 8, 2017. This event is an annual Country Club. Runners in the 13.1- The Canyon features moss-draped fundraiser, which benefits the abused mile half marathon started just north spruce, marsh grass areas, and and neglected children through the of Savoy. cabins in the hills. Runners may also Northern Hills Area CASA Program. The Leading Ladies Marathon see deer in the meadows, fish in the The event gathers about 400 people course is USATF-certified and is a ponds, or an early-morning angler. every year and raises approximately qualifier for the world-famous Boston Personal touches include choco- $20,000 for the local organization. Marathon. Marathon and half late at the aid stations, men wearing The half marathon starts just north marathon races end a weekend that tuxedos, and Spearfish’s welcoming of Savoy and winds down Spearfish includes a writer’s workshop, guest atmosphere. Canyon ending at the Spearfish City speakers, and shorter road races for Park. other runners. ADDITIONAL RACES “It has not really changed from Not up for running for hours on LEADING LADIES my original dream,” race creator and end? There are numerous 5K races MARATHON: AUGUST 20 organizer Elaine Doll said when re- and fun runs in Spearfish. Included Spearfish’s Leading Ladies Mar- flecting on the event’s progress over among them is the Black Hills Beer athon will leave the starting line for the past several years. Run. Proceeds from the run/walk go the 13th year on Aug. 20, 2017. Doll trained in Spearfish Can- to the Booth Society, the non-profit This all-woman marathon follows yon 38 years ago. She and fellow friends group of the D.C. Booth His- a gentle downhill journey through marathon runner, Fred Romkema, toric National Fish Hatchery and Ar- Spearfish Canyon from Lead to determined the distance from Lead chives. In its two years, the event has Spearfish. It is scenic, serene, and Country Club to Black Hills State raised nearly $10,000 for the society. spectacular. University was 26.2 miles. The run is held in September. n

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46 visitspearfish.com DISC GOLF Spearfish features two disc golf courses

Disc golf players in and around The Spearfish Canyon Disc Golf 200 yards on the bike path to the the Spearfish area have two options course boasts a regular length of course’s signs and maps. for testing their skills. 6,874 feet and an alternate length Spearfish’s other disc golf course This type of golf is similar to of 9,095 feet. It hosted the South is located on the Black Hills State traditional golf, but players use a Dakota state tournament in 2013 University campus. This 18-hole Frisbee-like flying disc instead of and 2014. course was established in 1995 and balls and clubs. The object of disc A very hilly and moderately has a regular length of 4,662 feet golf is to complete each hole in as wooded landscape greets visitors to and an alternate length of 5,243 feet. few throws as possible. the Spearfish Canyon course. Players The Black Hills State course winds The disc golf hole may be one are advised to bring plenty of water its way around the campus and has of several targets, with the most and good cardiovascular fitness. a slight slope elevation with sparse common being an elevated metal The 27th hole bears the Crow’s foliage. Winds, a creek, and tall pines basket. As a player progresses down Nest name and could be regarded as are among the challenges. the fairway, he or she makes each the course’s signature hole. Players Visitors go west on Jackson consecutive throw from the spot tee off a 100-foot canyon cliff to the Boulevard through town one mile to where the previous throw lands. basket. a right turn on University Avenue. A hole is completed when the disc Visitors going west on Colorado They circle left around the parking is thrown into the basket. Boulevard turn left by Spearfish lot at the BHSU campus entrance, Spearfish’s more popular course Canyon Country Club to go into come to a four-way stop sign, and is located at the mouth of Spearfish Spearfish Canyon. They turn right proceed behind the dorms to the Canyon. This 27-hole course opened on Winterville Drive and stop at a message board next to a practice in 2011 and has gravel tee boxes. parking lot that comes before South basket. n Canyon Street. Then, they walk

Photo by Jason Gross visitspearfish.com 47 Golf Courses Score a great day on the green

Spearfish Canyon Country Club opened in August 2009. It started and Elkhorn Ridge Golf Club provide as a nine-hole course and grew to wooded fairways, elevated tees, and 18 holes in the summer of 2016 scenic views for all visitors. following almost two years of work. Spearfish Canyon Country Club All 18 holes feature five different is one of the state’s oldest courses. It tee distances. was established in 1921 and became Golfers enjoy views of the the Northern Hills’ only 18-hole Centennial Valley, with elevation course in 1988. changes up to 285 feet. A full- The front nine features a scale practice facility features tee traditional tree-lined layout. A areas, target greens, a greenside modern design intertwined with an practice bunker, and a double- oak-laden creek bed highlights the ended driving range. back nine. Elkhorn Ridge’s back Spearfish Canyon Country nine includes the Club also features a driving range, “canyon holes” practice green, short-game area, 12, 13, and 14. full-service bar and grill, and a fully Every green in stocked pro shop with name-brand the canyon apparel and equipment. features a Head golf pro and operations limestone director Rob Kortan said the bar and backdrop grill help set Spearfish Canyon apart behind it. from other courses. He added that Number 12 stands as South it enables the course to host events Dakota’s longest par 5 and and accommodate more people than measures from 421 yards to For more information: other facilities. 606 yards, depending on the tee ELKHORN RIDGE “If the course is playable, we’re distance. (605) 722-4653 • golfelkhorn.com open,” Kortan said. “When we can Elkhorn Ridge Golf Club offers a get on the back nine, we can play.” full-service golf shop, plus food and SPEARFISH CANYON The Elkhorn Ridge Golf Club, beverage services, at the clubhouse. COUNTRY CLUB located just off Exit 17 Interstate 90, spearfishcanyoncountryclub.com(605) 717-4653

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Experience the GREAT OUTDOORS IN THE CITY Are you looking for a place to Forestry department. Those parks relax? Then head over to one of are connected by a paved rec path Spearfish’s parks and relax on a that is seven miles long. picnic table or under a tree, or dip The city is also home to more your toes into Spearfish Creek that than 1,500 acres of undeveloped runs alongside several of the city’s land including 300 acres of South parks. Dakota Game, Fish and Parks leased The city of Spearfish maintains property which includes a disc golf 130 acres of parkland in 16 course, and the popular Lookout developed parks, six “pocket” parks, Mountain Park. and five sports field areas, according The city also has a skateboard to the city’s Parks, Recreation, and park and seasonally, two ice rinks.

ENJOY MOVIES IN THE PARKS Spearfish has combined the beauty together as a community. of its parks system, beautiful summer All movies begin at sunset, evenings and movies to make a fun weather permitting. Check out family evening. spearfishreccenter.com for updates. Movies in the parks draws people People are encouraged to suggest together to watch both classic and movies they would like to watch. modern family-friendly movies projected onto a big screen. “My favorite thing about movies in the parks is the nice weather and getting the kids out to run around then watch a movie,” said Brett Rauterkus, the interim director of the Spearfish rec center. Occasionally weather can be a factor, he said, but at some of the movies in 2016, more than 100 people sat on spread blankets or in chairs to watch movies. Rauterkus said movies in the park is something different, and gives people an opportunity to come

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WATER PARK: SPEARFISH RECREATION Open Memorial Day weekend through & AQUATICS CENTER: Labor Day (May 29th - Sept. 4th) Fun for the whole family Public Swim: 12pm-7pm daily Water Park Day Pass: Less than $10.00 per day The Spearfish Recreation and Up to the challenge? Team- (depending on height and usage) Aquatics Center is a great place up for a game of foosball or ping to get away. Nestled between pong. SPECIAL: $5.00 after 5pm! Lookout Mountain and Crow For a full-body work out, Peak, this state-of-the-art check out the two-court REC CENTER: attraction offers something for gymnasium, walking tracks, Mon. - Fri. 5:30am - 9pm, everyone. cardio room and weight room. Sat. 8 am - 6pm, Sun. 12pm - 6pm More than an acre of In addition, the staff offers Rec Center Day Pass: swimming pools, slides and 30-50 group fitness classes per Adults $5.00, Youth $3.00 recreation areas entice tourists week available as package or to stop and play for the day. drop in rates. Relax poolside under shaded Back at the pool, try umbrellas or float down the your skill on the floating log lazy river. Crank it up and adventure, climbing wall or ascend down the double volleyball in the heated 3-lane flume waterslide into the deep lap pool. Your family will find plunge pool or drop through affordable fun for everyone at the enclosed body slide – all this beautiful location. will grab you by the seat of The rec center is conveniently your suit. For the tiny tots in located south of Interstate 90 the family, child-size slides at Exit 10. The center is three and a playland are atop a blocks from the city recreational splash pad that also features a bike path, which weaves 300-gallon dump bucket. And through seven city parks and like the beach, a zero-entry pool follows along Spearfish Creek gradually descends to a depth for more than six miles, and in of 3 feet. the Spearfish City Campground For more information: Grab lunch at the snack and D.C. Booth Historic Fish (605) 722-1430 spearfishreccenter.com shack, where all items are Hatchery. n affordable.

Photo by Letti Lister visitspearfish.com 51 Gear up! The Iron Creek Lake store FISHERMAN’S DREAM sells fishing tackle, licenses, and bait and also meals, Anglers near Spearfish have the chance to catch a variety of snacks, and drinks. fish. Rainbow, brown, and brook trout are the only game fish The D.C. Booth Fish found in Spearfsh Creek, but nearby lakes and reservoirs hold Hatchery and the Spearfish Rec Center has fly fishing both cool and warm water species. supplies, licenses, and fly fishing reports. Anglers should read the SPEARFISH CREEK A one-day, non-resident Fishing Manual published by the (through the Canyon): fishing license is $18. South Dakota Game, Fish, and There are many pullouts that Parks before fishing and be aware make Spearfish Creek easily A three-day, non-resident of certain special catch-and- accessible to anglers in Spearfish fishing license is $37. release regulations, which exist in Canyon. Spearfish Creek. Here are a few Licenses can be purchased of the favorite fishing locations of at Spearfish Canyon Lodge, IRON CREEK LAKE: Spearfish anglers: Wal-Mart, Minitman, A beautiful spot for a day of Minitman Too, the Iron fishing, swimming, or hiking on Creek Lake store, and online SPEARFISH CREEK your Spearfish vacation. Fun and at http://www.sdgfp.info (through town): accessible to the whole family, The entire length of Spearfish Iron Creek Lake is stocked with Creek that flows through town rainbow trout by the Department is a great fishery. From the city’s of Game, Fish and Parks; but the hydroelectric plant near the lake also contains bass, crappie, Spearfish City Campground, and perch. there are about 5 miles of stream, Directions: On Interstate 90, and it’s very accessible to anglers. take Exit 8 and turn south on There are many city parks that McGuigan Road (which soon follow the creek, so access is not turns into Tinton Road (FSR a problem. Small spinners in the 134). Follow Tinton Road 13 deeper holes will produce results miles and follow the signs to the year-round. lake. Iron Creek Lake can also be Fly fishers should have luck accessed from Spearfish Canyon on caddis, parachute adams, by following the signs near pheasant-tails, hoppers, hare’s Roughlock Falls. n ears, and San Juan worms.

Blue Ribbon trout stream

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MECCA FOR HUNTING

There aren’t too manyOPEN places YEAR-ROUND two lions were shot in the entire in the country that allow(605) hunters 642-7730 season the state would have a to enjoy more than a 50423 percent Hatchery Circlesuccessful hunt. success rate every year while The GF&P also offers two pursuing their quarry.dcboothfishhatchery.orgseasons for turkey – fall and But Black Hills deer hunters spring. can do just that and have done The nearby waters offer so for the last decade. waterfowl hunting opportunities The Black Hills has both for the resident and migrating whitetail and mule deer ducks and geese. Grouse and populations with whitetails pheasants can also be hunted being more plentiful. At higher north of spearfish. Gear up! elevations hunters are more likely Rolling Bones Outfitters can to find mule deer which wildlife supply you with with guns, SHOOTING RANGES ammo, archery and camo. managers with the South Dakota For hunters and recreational Game, Fish and Parks are trying shooters to hone their skills there (605) 644-8000 to bolster their numbers. are three shooting ranges near 522 W. Jackson Blvd. Also found in the Black Hills Spearfish. An archery range is is a coveted elk population. The located off Christianson Drive. A elk hunting season is not open to rifle and pistol range is located nonresidents and residents have just before you enter the mouth to wait at times up to 10 years or of Spearfish Canyon on Highway more to draw a coveted tag. But 14A. A membership is required. when that envelope comes in the And a trap and sporting clay For more information, mail, hunters can enjoy a quality range is located along Highway hunt pursuing large bulls and 85 heading north of Spearfish. n visit www.sdgfp.info good numbers of cows. The herd this is isolated from others in neighboring states has genetics that produces trophy bulls quickly. Just north of Spearfish is prime hunting for antelope. The area enjoyed near record numbers of antelope in 2008 but several harsh winters have cut the population that is beginning to rebuild. The newest big game season in the Black Hills is for mountain lions. The first season began in 2005 and hunters surprised many wildlife officials and lion hunters when a subquota was reached in 13 days closing the season. Some officials thought if Photo courtesy SD Tourism

visitspearfish.com 53 BLACK HILLS STATE UNIVERSITY HAS ACTIVITIES FOR ALL Spearfish is set in the beauty of the Northern Black Hills with abundant scenery, wildlife and outdoor activities. Black Hills State University also calls Spearfish home and brings with it a wealth of activities for the community and visitors alike.

BHSU is a NCAA Division II school annual Lakota Omniciye Powwow and group shows every year. The and hosts numerous football and held in April. art shows display different types of volleyball games in the fall as well as Several art galleries are also art from sculptures, clay, paintings, golf and cross country meets. Winter on campus. This includes The stained glass, mixed media and finds the indoor sports of basketball Ruddell Gallery located on second more. and indoor track and field while floor of the David B. Miller Student Other galleries in campus halls spring means outdoor track and Union, which displays work of feature work of photography and art field, softball and golf. area artists and houses student students. Numerous plays and concerts are and alumni art shows. The gallery Visit bhsu.edu/events for details held throughout the year at BHSU displays an alumni show, the on events throughout the year. n featuring student and professional Dakota Masterswork Show, student performers. Other cultural events photography show, senior art show, include the annual Summer Stage student award show and six visiting theater performances, now in its art shows, that include individual ninth year, lectures, and programs of a variety of topics as well as the

For more information: (605) 642-6171 bhsu.edu bhsuathletics.com

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56 visitspearfish.com VISIT SPEARFISH LOCATION We’re easy to get to, and easy to get around — Spearfish is the ideal location as your hub for touring the Black Hills. ACCOMMODATION togetherHost your next event here! With more than 850 rooms to stay, Spearfish can fit any size of convention. Located along Interstate 90 surrounded by beauty, Spearfish may be the perfect location to accommodate large MEETING/VENUE SPACE From convention space and auto-cross groups. locations, to drag-racing lots and Main After all, the city is home Street Show & Shines, Spearfish has it all! to car and motorcycle rallies as well as other large conventions, banquets, PLANNING GUIDE weddings and fundraisers. Visit Spearfish, Inc. offers a free planning Spearfish has more guide as well as many convention support than 850 hotels rooms to services. accommodate the largest of groups. The Spearfish RESTAURANTS Convention Center has 14 Hearty steakhouses, Italian cuisine, meeting rooms and the gastro-pubs, and more — Spearfish has a largest room capacity set place to eat for every kind of taste bud. at 12,000 square feet, the accommodations ATTRACTIONS are among the best in With local attractions and short drives to the area. Conventions, nationally-known attractions such Mount trade shows, meetings Rushmore, Devils Tower, Crazy Horse, and leisure events are & Historic Deadwood, Spearfish is the effortlessly hosted in the perfect location. versatile meeting spaces. For your free electronic copy of the These various events can Event Planning Guide, go to SCENIC DRIVING TOURS host up to 1,000 people. VisitSpearfish.com From Spearfish Canyon to the scenic tunnels of Needles Highway and Iron Mountain Road, we’ve got it all mapped out! The Spearfish Convention Center, attached to the Holiday Inn, will launch your leisure or corporate event to its full potential! Located in the heart of the Black Hills of South Dakota conveniently off Interstate 90, the Spearfish Convention Center provides easy access to Spearfish Canyon as well as local restaurants, unique shopping and historic sites. Nestled among the natural beauty of the Black Hills, the For more facility allows guests to advertise not only their conventions, information but the tourist destination on planning your group event in of Spearfish. Spearfish, visit DriveSpearfish.com

visitspearfish.com 57 Tasty, Affordable Lunches & Dinners Outside Dining • Steaks • Seafood • Native Game Fine Wine Pasta • Vegetarian • Private Room for Your Business Micro Brewed Beer Meeting or Party! • Local Artist Shows SUMMER OPEN DAILY Monday - Saturday 11am-8pm

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126 West Hudson, Spearfish, SD 57783 Reservations: 1-605-642-5462 Wi-Fi Available • www.bayleafcafe.net

All freshly renovated rooms coming early 2017 7 Year • Microwave & Fridge • Millstone Family in every room Restaurant adjacent • Outdoor Pool • 100% Smoke Free • Lookout Lounge inside hotel • Pet-Friendly 605-642-2350 Black Hills Lodge 540 E. Jackson Blvd., Spearﬁ sh, S.D. 605-642-7795 • www.blackhillsbestwestern.com Each Best Western® branded hotel is independently owned and operated.

58 visitspearfish.com RestSPEARFISH LODGING Breakfast Pool Hot Tub Handicap Acc. Kitchenette Pets Allowed Room Exercise Guest Laundry Internet Access Sp. Group Large All Star Travelers Inn 605-642-5753 • 800-201-5753 • Exit 12, Jackson Blvd, Spearfish • • • •

Baymont Inn & Suites 605-642-8105 • Exit 14, Spearfish • • • • • • •

Bell’s Motor Lodge 605-642-3812 • 800-880-2095 • Exit 12, Main St, Spearfish • • • •

Best Western Black Hills Lodge 605-642-7795 • Exit 12, Jackson Blvd, Spearfish • • • • •

Canyon Gateway Motel 605-642-3402 • 503 Spearfish Canyon Rd., Spearfish • • •

Chris’ Camp 605-642-2239 • 800-350-2239 • Exit 14, Colorado to Christensen Dr., Spearfish • • • • • •

Crow Peak Lodge 605-559-3333 • Exit 12, Main St to Kansas, Spearfish • • • • • •

Days Inn 605-642-7101 • 800-225-3297 • Exit 10 to Ryan Rd., Spearfish • • • • • •

Diamond M Ranch Bed & Breakfast 605-642-2399 • 20041 Crow Peak Bench Rd., Spearfish • •

Elkhorn Ridge RV Resort & Golf Club 605-722-1800 • 877-722-1800 • I-90, Exit 17, S on Hwy 85 1/2 mi., Spearfish • • • • • • • •

Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott 605-642-3500 • 800-228-2800 • Exit 14, Spearfish • • • • • • •

Fillmore Lodge & Cabins 605-642-7087 • 17 mi. SW of Spearfish on USFS 222, Beaver Creek Rd, Spearfish • • • •

Hampton Inn 605-642-3003 • 800-228-5150 • Exit 14, Spearfish • • • • • • • •

Holiday Inn Hotel & Convention Center 605-642-4683 • 800-999-3541 • Exit 14, Spearfish • • • • • • • • •

Iron Creek Lake Campground 605-642-5851 • 12 mi. SW of Spearfish on USFS 134, Spearfish • •

Joe’s Field of Dreams 605-641-6955 • Exit 10, 122 Hwy 14, Spearfish • Call for availability •

KOA Campground, Spearfish 605-642-4633 • 800-562-0805 • Exit 10, West on Hwy 14, Spearfish • • • • •

Orchard Creek Cottages 605-642-4234 • 877-642-2400 • Exit 12, Jackson Blvd to Ames to Mason, Spearfish • •

Quality Inn 605-642-2337 • 800-228-5150 • Exit 14, Spearfish • • • • • •

Rim Rock Lodge 605-642-3192 • Exit 14, 5 miles up Spearfish Canyon, Spearfish - Seasonal May-October •

Rodeway Inn & Suites 605-642-2350 • 800-606-2350 • Exit 14, Spearfish • • • • • •

Spearfish Bed & Breakfast 605-642-2485 • Exit 14, 4220 Airport Rd., Spearfish • • • •

Spearfish Canyon Lodge 605-584-3435 • 877-975-6343 • Exit 14, 19 miles up Spearfish Canyon, Spearfish • • • • • • •

Spearfish City Campground 605-642-1340 • 605-642-1333 • Exit 12, Jackson, then left on Canyon, Spearfish • • •

Spearfish Creek Inn, LLC 605-642-9941 • Exit 12, Jackson to 3rd St., turn right, Spearfish • •

Spearfish Super 8 Motel 605-642-4721 • 800-800-8000 • Exit 14, Spearfish • • • • • •

Wickiup 605-584-3382 • 21381 US Hwy 85, Lead • •

visitspearfish.com 59 Spearfish offers DIVERSE Dining This growing community prides itself on the diverse dining scene it offers both area residents and visitors alike. More than 40 restaurants, cafés and coffee shops line the streets of Spear- fish, so finding a place to enjoy a quality meal isn’t too hard in this town. But, making a decision on where to eat might be – because they are all good. Whether you are in the mood to devour a gourmet breakfast buffet, eat a juicy buffalo rib-eye, dig into a bowl of pasta or simply partake in a cup of coffee and homemade pie, there is something for everyone. From bistros to bakeries, there are also several quaint, locally owned and friendly places to sit, relax have an iced coffee and a scone. Spearfish also features an assort- ment of family restaurants and home- town cafés that serve breakfast, lunch and dinner all day long. There are also several ethnic restaurants featuring authentic Mexican, Italian and Chinese food, along with many steakhouses and niche restaurants. In addition to the restaurants in town, there are two restaurants in Spearfish Canyon. The “Queen City” also embraces the chain industry and there are several fast food restaurants that serve everything from submarine sandwiches, wraps, pizza, tacos, cheeseburgers and ice cream. After a long day playing in the Black Hills, visitors might just want to go back to their hotel and relax – and in that case, there are many restaurants that deliver. No matter what you are hungry for and no matter where you go in Spear- fish, you are guaranteed to enjoy quality food and friendly customer service. It’s a small town with a little bit of flair when it comes to its dining preferences – so enjoy your meal! n

60 visitspearfish.com IndulgeSPEARFISH DINING Breakfast Lunch Dinner Wine/Beer Only Full Bar Groups Applebees 605-642-9480, Exit 14, Spearfish • • • • Arby’s 605-642-0109, Exit 12, Jackson Blvd., Spearfish • • • Barbacoa’s Burritos & Wraps 605-722-1774, Exit 12, Jackson Blvd., Spearfish • • • • • Bay Leaf Café 605-642-5462, Exit 12, Downtown, 126 Hudson St., Spearfish • • • • Blackbird Espresso 605-717-0022, Exit 12, Downtown, 503 Main St., Spearfish • Buffalo Jump Saloon & Steakhouse 307-643-7173, Exit 205 (WY), Main St., Beulah • • • Bunky’s BBQ 605-641-5962, 125 US Hwy 14 • • • Burger King 605-642-4332, Exit 12, right on Main St., Spearfish • • • • Smokin’ 608 605-717-0077, Exit 12, Downtown, 608 Main St., Spearfish • • • • Cheyenne Crossing Store & Stage Stop Cafe 605-584-3510, Highway 14A & 85 • • • • • City Brew 605-559-0557, 130 Ryan Rd., Ste. 2, Spearfish • • • Common Grounds 605-642-9066, Downtown, 135 E. Hudson St., Spearfish • • • Copper Coffee Company 605-645-1808, Exit 14, Spearfish • Culvers of Spearfish 605-722-4868, Exit 14, Spearfish • • • Dairy Queen 605-642-7455, 907 Colorado Blvd., Spearfish • • • Domino’s Pizza 605-642-0288, 1410 North Ave. #7, Spearfish • • • Dough Trader Pizza Company 605-642-2175, 543 W. Jackson Blvd., Spearfish • • • Fairway Junction 605-717-4655, 120 Spearfish Canyon Rd., Spearfish (seasonal) • • • • • Golden Dragon 605-642-2641, Exit 12, right on Main St., Spearfish • • • • The Green Bean Coffeehouse 605-717-3636, 304 Main St., Spearfish • • • • Guadalajara Family Mexican Restaurant 605-642-4765, Exit 10, right on Hwy. 14, Spearfish • • • • Jade Palace 605-642-2588, Exit 12, Downtown Spearfish, 715 N. Main St. • • • • Jimmy Johns 605-717-2459, 1420 North Ave., Spearfish • • • KFC 605-642-4044, Exit 14, Spearfish • • • Killian’s Tavern & Steakhouse 605-717-1255, Exit 12, Jackson Blvd., Spearfish • • • • La Costa Mexican Restaurant 605-642-2730, 447 N. Main St., Spearfish • • • Latchstring Restaurant 605-584-3333, Exit 14, Spearfish Canyon, 19 miles • • • • • Leones’ Creamery (ice cream) 605-644-6461, 722 1/2 Main St., Spearfish Little Caesars 605-642-3355, 1420 North Ave., Spearfish • • Lucky’s 13 Pub 605-642-1582, I-90, Exit 14, Spearfish • • • • • McDonald’s 605-642-2053, Exit 12, Main St. to Ryan Rd., Spearfish • • • • Millstone Family Restaurant 605-642-4200, Exit 12, Jackson Blvd., Spearfish • • • • Perkins 605-642-8535, 2301 E. Colorado Blvd., Spearfish • • • • • Philly Teds 605-599-0344, 134 Ryan Rd., Ste. B, Spearfish • • • Pizza Hut 605-642-7717, Exit 12, 435 Jackson Blvd., Spearfish • • • Pizza Ranch, Inc. 605-642-4422, Exit 14, Spearfish • • • • Qdoba 605-559-0542, 130 Ryan Rd., Ste. 1, Spearfish • • • • Queen City Coffee 605-559-1025, Exit 12, 231 W. Jackson Blvd., Spearfish • • Roma’s Ristorante 605-722-0715, Exit 14, Spearfish, in the Bomgaars shopping center • • • • Sanford’s Grub & Pub 605-642-3204, 545 W. Jackson Blvd., Spearfish • • • • Soul Food Bistro & Espresso Bar 605-717-0693, 2728 1st Ave., Spearfish • • Stadium Sports Grill 605-642-9521, Exit 12, Jackson Blvd. & Main St., Spearfish • • • • Starbucks 605-642-5728, Exit 12, Main St., to North Ave., Spearfish, Inside Safeway • • Steerfish Steak and Smoke 605-717-2485, 701 5th St., Spearfish • • • • Subway (2 Locations) 605-642-5205, Exit 12, Main St. to North Ave., Spearfish 605-722-4500, Exit 14, Across from Wal-Mart Super Center, Spearfish • • • • Sunshine Cafe 605-722-7639, 638 Main St., Spearfish • • Taco Bell 605-644-8805, Exit 12, right on Main St., Spearfish • • • Taco John’s 605-642-4620, Exit 12, Jackson Blvd., Spearfish • • • •

visitspearfish.com 61 MingleSPEARFISH NIGHTLIFE Spearfish is home to a diverse, dive, or to shake it into the wee active nightlife scene – from wine hours at a nightclub, Spearfish has bars and brew-pubs to sports bars you covered. With more than a doz- and rustic biker bars, there’s some- en locally owned bars and lounges thing for everyone in town. in town, whatever you’re up for, it’s Whether you’re in the mood to here. So pull up a stool, grab a cold sample some locally brewed beers, one and ask the locals about their to sip wine in a chic lounge, to favorite outdoor hangouts – oh, have a drink while watching the big and be prepared to make some new game, to chat with locals at a cozy friends. n

Back Porch B&B Bar Killian’s Tavern Spearfish Creek Wine Bar 703 N. Main St. • 605-642-2134 539 W. Jackson Blvd. • 717-1255 127 Grant St. • 605-722-7027

Crow Peak Brewing Company Level Wine Bar Stadium Sports Bar 125 W. Hwy 14 • 605-717-0006 604 N. Main St. • 605-722-9013 744 Main St. • 605-642-9521 crowpeakbrewing.com Lookout Lounge Sunshine Saloon 540 E. Jackson Blvd. • 605-642-7995 Flanagan’s Irish Pub 3226 W. Fairground Lp. • 605-641-9095 729 N. 7th St. • 605-722-3526 Lucky’s 13 Pub 305 N. 27th St. • 605-642-1582 Triple 7 Casino False Bottom Bar luckys13spearfish.com 9239 Colorado Blvd. • 605-717-0777 645 N. Main St. • 605-559-0700 Scoreboard Lounge Zbar & Nightclub Happy Jacks Casino 1607 Ryan Rd. • 605-642-9509 529 N. Main St. • 605-642-3600 520 Jackson Blvd. • 605-642-8236

62 visitspearfish.com WorshipSPEARFISH CHURCHES All Angels Episcopal Church New Covenant Solid Rock Church 1044 N. 5th St., Spearfish Presbyterian Church (PCA) 3025 10th Ave., Spearfish • 605-642-0955 605-642-4349 1140 Ames St., Spearfish • 605-642-1122 Spearfish United Church of Christ Calvary Temple Assembly of God Northern Hills Church of Christ 920 Main St., Spearfish • 605-642-8253 240 W. Hwy 14 2 miles N. of Spearfish on Hwy. 85 • 605-642-7167 605-642-3844 Spearfish United Methodist Church North Point Christian Church 845 N. 5th St., Spearfish • 605-642-3457 Christian Science Society Church 3 miles N. of Spearfish on Hwy. 85 • 605-717-6770 710 N. 7th St., Spearfish The Summit 605-642-1869 Old Apostolic Lutheran Church 535 N. 7th St., Spearfish • 605-642-7222 2040 Vista Hills Pl., Spearfish • 605-210-2339 Connection Church Meeting at Holiday Inn & Convention Center Our Savior’s Lutheran Church (ELCA) Office located at 738 N. 5th St., Spearfish 1020 State St., Spearfish • 605-642-3715 605-559-1020 oslcspearfish.com Countryside Church St. Joseph Catholic Church 625 Woodland Dr., Spearfish • 605-642-0585 844 N. 5th St., Spearfish • 605-642-2306 First Baptist Church St. Joseph Catholic 1120 North 5th St., Spearfish • 605-644-7337 Newman Center (BHSU) 115 W. Lincoln St., Spearfish • 605-717-2582 Grace Fellowship 524 W. Jackson Blvd., Spearfish • 605-717-1155 St. Paul Lutheran Church The River (Geared toward young adults.) MO Synod 605-717-1155 846 North 7th St., Spearfish • 605-642-2929 Hillsview Church of the Nazarene Seventh Day 1200 N. 10th St., Spearfish • 605-642-3436 Adventist Church

Hope Lutheran Church 290 W. Hwy 14, Spearfish • 605-642-0874 913 S. 34th St., Spearfish • 605-722-3857 Jehovah’s Witnesses 1900 Windmill Dr., Spearfish • 605-642-7552 Mountain View Baptist Church Corner of Jackson & 12th St., Spearfish • 605-642-4036

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