The Needles- Climbing
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The Cathedral Spires of the Black Hills offer classic multi-pitch trad routes
Mia & Steve Mestdagh

A climber takes in the views from The Needles.
Jacob Mader

It's easy to see where these impossibly skinny rocks get their name.
Jacob Mader
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Summary
Classic trad climbing in The Needles of South Dakota make this a great weekend destination for all climbers.
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Distance
0.0 miles
Destination Distance From Downtown
26.8 miles
Difficulty
4 of 5 diamonds
Climbs span from 5.4 to 5.13a in the Spires. Many of the Black Hills' multipitch routes are found here.
Time To Complete
4 hours
The approach is a moderate 1.6 miles and then the climb takes three and a half to four hours.
Seasonality
Spring, Summer, and Fall
Watch for quick moving thunderstorms in the summer. The road to the approach is closed during the winter months and reopens around the beginning of March.
Dog Friendly
No
Fees Permits
Yes
A 7 day park entry pass costs $15.
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