Black Hills

The Black Hills are a small, isolated mountain range located in western South Dakota, near the border with Wyoming. Covering an area of over 5,000 square miles, the Black Hills are characterized by rugged granite peaks, deep canyons, and thick pine forests. The range rises abruptly from the surrounding Great Plains, with the highest point being Black Elk Peak at 7,242 feet. The geology of the Black Hills is unique, formed by an ancient uplift that exposed ancient rock layers dating back billions of years.