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City / State:
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Rockerville, SD
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Event Name:
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Flume Trail - Boulder Hill Trailhead
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Event Type:
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Walk
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Event ID:
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118762
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Distance - Trail Ratings:
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10K, 5K - 2B
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Description:
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This walk is a loop trail that overlooks Spring Creek Canyon. Old pieces of the wooden flume can still be seen along the route.
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Amenities:
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Strollers: NO | Wheelchairs: NO | Pets: Yes | Restrooms: No
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Special Programs:
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Start Times:
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8:00 - 11:00 finish by 3:00
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Location:
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Boulder Hill Trailhead
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Start Point / Driving Directions:
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From Rapid City take Hwy 16 south. Go past Rockerville. Turn right on Silver Mt. Rd, then turn onto Boulder Hill Rd, gravel for 2.2 miles to Boulder Hill Trailhead. Boulder Hill Rd can also be accessed from Sheridan Lake Rd, gravel for 2.1 miles. Look for yellow volksmarch signs.
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Awards & Fees:
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IVV Credit Only
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Comments:
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Hike the historic 1880 Flume Trail. When placer gold was discovered near Rockerville, the flume was constructed to carry water from Spring Creek to use in the gold processing. 17.5 miles of flume was built.
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Host Club:
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Black Hills Volkssport Assn.
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Contact:
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Jody Docken
(See the my.ava.org Event Listing for further contact information.)
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Website:
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www.bhva.org
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