Sundance Trail System Trailhead

Highlights

Nearly 47 miles of Bearlodge trail riding with views, history, and a surprisingly secluded Black Hills feel.

Riding

There is enough mileage here to shape the day around your horse, your ambition, and the weather. The system includes moderate and difficult options, old route corridors, and viewpoints toward Devils Tower and the Twin Missouri Buttes. That variety makes the riding feel dynamic and curated, especially for travelers who enjoy choosing between shorter scenic loops and more committed efforts.

Rideable terrain

47 miles

Trailer parking

Use the trailhead as a day-riding launch or pair it with the nearby horse camp for a cleaner staging-and-camp combination than the trailhead alone offers.

Horse regulations

Some routes are not recommended for horses because of steep terrain, so riders should choose trails carefully and review the current trail information before departure. Follow all Black Hills National Forest regulations and stock-use expectations.

Getting here

The trailhead itself is straightforward, but the smartest riders pair it mentally with the nearby Sundance Horse Camp if they want the trip to feel truly easy. As a day-use launch, it works well on its own. As part of an overnight equestrian plan, it becomes even better when the camp-and-ride logistics are separated cleanly.

Planning your visit

Bring the trail details with you rather than relying on memory at the kiosk. Mileage adds up quickly here, and the best route depends on weather, fitness, and how technical you want the day to feel. Done thoughtfully, the Sundance system offers far more depth than many riders first expect.

Where to stay

The trailhead itself is best treated as day use, but the adjacent horse-camp infrastructure nearby gives this whole riding zone a stronger destination feel. That combination—well-placed camp plus a sizeable trail system—is part of what makes Sundance such an appealing northeastern Wyoming stop for horse travelers.