Facility · Wyoming ·
Managed by the USDA Forest Service
Black Hills National Forest (NF) · Open Access
The Cliff Swallow Trail is a 3.7 mile loop trail.
Cliff swallows nest in the limestone bluffs above Beaver Creek. Look for gourd-shaped mud nests in the rock out-croppings below the ridge. Other wildlife commonly seen along the trail include white-tailed deer, elk, and turkey. Along Beaver Creek, watch for blue herons, beaver, and water dippers. High above, turkey vultures are often seen riding the thermal drafts.
Mountain lions, although rarely seen, also call this area home.
44.59482, -104.40931 · 44°35'41.3"N 104°24'33.5"W
Typically 75°F in Jul, down to 30°F in Dec.
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| High °F | 32 | 30 | 39 | 46 | 55 | 65 | 75 | 74 | 65 | 50 | 39 | 30 |
| Low °F | 15 | 15 | 23 | 28 | 38 | 47 | 53 | 52 | 44 | 33 | 23 | 16 |
| Precip in | 1.6 | 2.0 | 2.6 | 3.6 | 3.9 | 2.9 | 2.4 | 1.9 | 1.7 | 3.1 | 1.8 | 1.7 |
1991–2020 averages from the nearest NOAA station, 5.5 mi away — not measured at the facility itself, and elevation can make a real difference over that distance.
Recreation.gov last updated this record on 2026-02-25.
Facility information and photographs from Recreation.gov (RIDB). SpotOpened is not affiliated with Recreation.gov or any federal agency.
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