Storm Mountain/Coon Hollow
The Storm Mountain Trail is sometimes referred to as Coon Hollow. It is a 7.5-10 mile trail depending on what side trails you take. The trailhead is located just Northwest of the town of Rockerville off of Silver Mountain Rd. There are sections of this trail that are for expert riders only. I usually end up walking my bike a mile or so. Climbing and rocky terrain is rewarded by some nice downhill sections and there are some great views from high above Spring Creek.
This section can be hard when it washes out.
Lots of wildlife. This deer was playing peekaboo with me.
The occasional hazard
This section in the beginning is hard. Broke my wedding ring and chipped a bone in my knee wiping out here.
Starts to get easier here.
Nice easy section.
Nice open area/great views.
Some rocky technical stuff.
One section of the trail very rocky. Wiped out here more than once.
Gorgeous wide open views.
Good spot to rest. Behind you there is S Highway 16 and Rapid City.
Pretty bad curve downhill.
Spring Creek
Really cool jumps, curves, and drop offs - really fun.
Coon Hollow
Storm Mountain Half Trail
This part of the trail does not contain the extreme sections that the full trail has and it can be a fun ride. It's a little over 5 miles, so if you don't have time to ride the whole Storm Mountain Trail or don't want to deal with the tough sections, this is a nice, easier alternative. I ride this trail quite a bit.