Beginning of the trail - gorgeous in the fall.
Little Devil's Tower Trail
Little Devil's Tower Trail - This is a 3 mile out and back hike that climbs around 600 feet. The trailhead starts just about 1 mile east of Sylvan Lake on Highway 87. The beginning of the hike is easy and then it starts to do a few switchbacks up the hill. On the top of the hill you can follow a trail to either Little Devil's Tower or Black Elk. Near the end of the trail you have to scramble to the top of Little Devil's Tower through a crevice. Make sure you wear sturdy shoes for this part of the trail. At the top of Little Devil's Tower you can see the Needles, Black Elk fire tower, and a 360 degree view of the Black Hills.
Hike in September - Perfect time of year.
Hike in November - Most of the leaves are gone.
Nice easy trail to follow.
The occasional wildlife.
Dark and dreary day.
Amazing views any time of year.
Pretty cool places to climb around.
Little Devil's Tower as seen from the hike leading to Black Elk in the winter.
The Needles in the summer.
On top of Little Devil’s Trail - just wonderful.
You can also combine this hike with the Black Elk Trail for a longer hike that is around 7.7 miles total. Just head back to the beginning of the trail where you turned towards Little Devil's Tower and instead take the trail that leads you to Black Elk. On the way back take the trail that leads to Sylvan Lake instead of Little Devil's Tower. This will lead you to Sylvan Lake and then you can just take the roadway back to the parking lot/trailhead of Little Devil's Tower. It is a beautiful loop that really lets you enjoy the different landscapes of the Black Hills. Bring plenty of water and snacks and enjoy a picnic on top of Little Devil's Tower or Black Elk.
Awesome view of Black Elk Peak in the distance to the left.