Spearfish Canyon
Limestone walls and waterfalls on US 14A
Spearfish Canyon is the Forest Service's pick for the best waterfall viewing in the Black Hills. This route reaches the Savoy area at Spearfish Canyon Lodge, where trails lead to Spearfish Falls and Roughlock Falls. Continue north on US 14A for Bridal Veil Falls. Drive time and distance are routing estimates from OSRM; allow extra for season, traffic and road work.
Highlights
- Roughlock Falls: Part of the Spearfish Canyon Nature Area, one mile west of the byway at Savoy. Open year-round with no entrance fee.
- Bridal Veil Falls: About 60 feet tall and visible from US 14A, with a year-round viewing platform.
Stops along the way
- Spearfish Falls: A short walk from Spearfish Canyon Lodge.
- Roughlock Falls: FS Road 222 is closed from Savoy to the falls December 15 through March 31 for snowmobile season.
- Bridal Veil Falls: Continue north on US 14A toward Spearfish.