George S. Mickelson Trail

George S. Mickelson Trail. Welcome to the Edgemont Trailhead. , The Community of Edgemont was established in 1889 with the arrival of the railroad. Edgemont became a hub for several railroads servicing all directions and still has a busy railyard today. The railroad spur to Deadwood begins here and is now known as the Mickelson Trail, the first rail to trail in South Dakota converted in 1998., Immerse yourself into the rich history of the Black Hills as you travel this trail. , General Trail Information, The trail is 109 miles long, crossing more than 100 converted railroad bridges and through 4 rock tunnels. The trail surface is primarily crushed limestone and does not exceed a 4% grade., The trail is open to hiking, biking, horseback riding, cross country skiing and snowshoeing. No motorized vehicles are allowed on the trail., Trail Passes are required, All trail users age 12 and older are required to have a trail pass (except on the trail within a city's limits)., Trail Regulations:, Obey all traffic signs., Remain to the right except to pass. Be sure to give a clear warning before passing others and do not pass others in the tunnels., Stay on the trail and respect the landowners., The trail is closed to all users from 30 minutes after sunset to 30 minutes before sunrise., Motor assist devices such as electric wheelchairs and scooters are allowed on the trail., No camping or open fires., Pets need to be on a leash at all times. Please clean up after your pet., Discharging firearms from, or across the trail is prohibited., Parts of the trail travel through "open range" and you may encounter cows on the trail., Cautionary Tips , Thunderstorms containing hail, strong winds, lightning and rain are frequent during the summer months., Take extra clothes, it will likely be windy and cooler in the higher elevations of the trail., Take at least one quart of water per person., There is poor to non-existent cellphone coverage on the trail., Pack out your trash.,