Riley Hill Trailhead

Facility · Wyoming ·

Managed by the USDA Forest Service

Black Hills National Forest (NF) · Open Access

5,427 ft
Elevation

Riley Hill Trailhead offers extensive access to a wide variety of trails from just south of Roubaix Lake Recreation Area to north of Pactola Reservoir. Trails range from old logging roads for a peaceful OHV ride, to narrow single track for the more adventurous, and have a wide variety in-between. This series of trails has something for almost everyone.

Access the Riley Hill Trailhead from Deadwood, via US Highway 385 south. Travel on US 385 S for 19.5 miles to Rochford Road, turning west (right). Proceed approximately 4.1 miles west towards Rochford, SD. After approximately 4.1 miles turn north (right) on Trail 8214. There are signs along Rochford Road announcing “Riley Hill Trailhead” just before arriving at Trail 8214. After turning on the trail, the trailhead is 100 yards ahead. The Forest Service plans developing the trailhead in 2017, yet it is available for current use.

Getting there

44.13236, -103.63589 · 44°7'56.5"N 103°38'9.2"W

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Typical weather

Typically 80°F in Jul, down to 37°F in Dec.

JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDec
High °F373745516071807971564437
Low °F341221313944403221126
Precip in————————————

1991–2020 averages from the nearest NOAA station, 5.7 mi away — not measured at the facility itself, and elevation can make a real difference over that distance.

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Common questions about Riley Hill Trailhead

Can you reserve a site at Riley Hill Trailhead?
No. Riley Hill Trailhead is not reservable through Recreation.gov, so sites are first-come, first-served or booked elsewhere.

Camping near Riley Hill Trailhead

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Recreation.gov last updated this record on 2026-02-25.

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