PIERRE, S.D. – After a slow start to the season, the snowmobile trails in the northern Black Hills are in good shape, according to South Dakota Game, Fish, and Parks.
Officials in the Black Hills say snow conditions are good, and grooming is happening in the northern Hills. However, the southern Hills will require more snow before grooming can start.
“It’s important that snowmobilers pick up a 2024-25 trail map,” reminds Black Hills trails manager Shannon Percy. “The trail system incurs several re-routes each year, and having a current map helps ensure snowmobilers are on public trails.”
Snowmobile trail maps are available at various businesses along the trails. Riders can request a copy by calling 605.584.3896 or 605.773.2885.
East River trails have not yet received enough snow to groom.
Trail condition updates are posted to X accounts dedicated to both the Black Hills and the East River trails (x.com/SDsnowBHills and x.com/SDsnowEast). Current images of snow conditions can be found on the interactive map online at gfp.sd.gov/snowmobiling.
The snowmobile season runs until March 31.
