Mickelson Trail: Englewood Trailhead

The Englewood Trailhead sits in a quiet, forested basin that feels worlds away from the busy highways of the Black Hills. Located about six miles west of Highway 385, this trailhead provides access to a particularly serene and shaded stretch of the Mickelson Trail. The environment here is defined by deep woods and the gentle rustle of aspen leaves. This section is famous for its historic wooden trestles and converted railroad bridges that span small, seasonal creeks. The trail winds gracefully through the timber, offering glimpses of limestone outcroppings and the occasional forest creature, such as deer or wild turkeys. The grade is gentle, following the easy path once carved by the Burlington line. It is a place of soft light and quiet echoes, where the history of the railroad is felt in the very curve of the path. For many, Englewood represents the quintessential Black Hills trail experience—cool, green, and deeply peaceful. It is an ideal spot for a leisurely ride or a contemplative walk through some of the most beautiful and undisturbed forest land in the northern hills.