Horsethief Lake Trail
Horsethief Lake Trail is located 2 miles west of Mount Rushmore on Highway 244. The trail goes about 3/4 around Horsethief Lake then hits the campground. At the campground is a sign advising any further travel is for those using the campground only. At the time we took the walk, there were very little people there so we hiked around the lake, taking the road back to the car. The trail is very pretty and I recommend taking the short hike to the bridge and then turning around and taking the same trail back.
This is a great place to get out and stretch and views from the lake are just beautiful.
Steps down to the lake from the parking area off Highway 244
Cool rocks to climb
Campground sign ending the trail around the lake
Just a nice easy stroll
Pretty areas off the trail to explore
Crossing the bridge
Pretty bridge - your destination before turning around
