General info:
General Info: Kick off autumn with Black Hills Rails to Ales, an leisurely 16-mile ride on the Mickelson Trail - from Hill City to Custer. Along the way, you'll be treated to stunning fall colors and lush forest scenery.

The ride wraps up at Mt. Rushmore Brewing Company in Custer, where you can relax and unwind. Enjoy a delicious meal featuring local flavors and indulge in a selection of locally brewed beers. Exchange your rider wristband for a $25 restaurant credit and branded 2024 beer glass.

Live music from country music artist Brent Morris will keep the atmosphere lively until 3pm.

Rails to Ales:
The perfect way to embrace the autumn season, combining outdoor adventure with the best of local cuisine and entertainment!

Event Times:
Pick up wristbands at Tracy Park Trailhead in Hill City between 10am and 11am
Meal and entertainment in Custer from 11:30am to 3pm.

Dining:
Mt. Rushmore Brewing Co: Click here.
Live music, local fare and craft beer.

Transportation:
Riders are responsible for their own transportation. Need a shuttle? Visit our website for a list of local shuttle services: www.mickelsontrailaffiliates.com

Course Info:
Step back in time on the George S. Mickelson Trail.
The trail was originally the Burlington Northern line that carried trains from Edgemont to the northern Black Hills and the gold mines of the Deadwood area. The line began in Deadwood in 1888, and in within ten months the route to Edgemont was complete. (It was abandoned in 1983.) In the early 90’s, a group of outdoor enthusiasts recognized the trail's potential, and with the support of Governor George Mickelson, it became the state's first rails to trails project.

For more information on MTA events and the Mickelson Trail: www.mickelsontrailaffiliates.com

Black Hills Rails to Ales is a leisurely ride from Hill City to Custer, SD on the George S. Mickelson Trail.

Enjoy beautiful fall foliage, restored railroad bridges, and incredible views along this 16-mile segment of South Dakota’s first rails to trails conversion.

Lunch ride: depart from Tracy Park trailhead in Hill City between 11am and 12pm with ride ending at Mt. Rushmore Brewing Co.

The venue is along the Mickelson Trail in downtown Custer and will feature live, musical entertainment. Riders will show wristbands to claim a $25 meal/beverage credit.

Meal includes complimentary, event-branded beer glass for riders to keep.

Lunch ride – meal at Mt. Rushmore Brewing Co: mtrushmorebrewingcompany.com

For event related questions, please click on the Contact the Organizers button on the page.