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Spearfish Canyon Scenic Byway
Sweeping curves along a limestone canyon with waterfalls at every pull-off — smooth pavement, cool air, unreal scenery.
Miles
22
Time
45 min – 1 hr
Difficulty
Easy
Starts at
Spearfish, SD
The Route
Spearfish, SD → Cheyenne Crossing, Lead, SD
What to Expect
US-14A from Spearfish to Cheyenne Crossing. Fast, flowing curves under 1,000-ft canyon walls. Bridal Veil Falls, Roughlock Falls and Spearfish Falls all sit right off the road. Cool even in August — bring a layer.
Ride Brief
Skill Level
Beginner-friendly. Smooth, wide pavement with predictable sweepers — the easiest of the big-name Black Hills rides.
Fuel
Fuel in Spearfish or Lead — nothing in the canyon itself. 22 mi with no pumps.
Food Along the Way
Cheyenne Crossing at the south end for legendary breakfast; Latchstring Restaurant mid-canyon at Spearfish Canyon Lodge.
Best Time to Ride
Mid-morning through late afternoon. Canyon holds cool air even on 95° days.
Watch Out For
- !Rock fall onto the road after storms
- !Sudden temperature drop entering the canyon
- !Bicyclists on shoulders