The Mallo Trail is somewhat unique in that it passes through several vegetative zones including riparian, aspen, spruce/fir, ponderosa pine, grassland, bare rock, and shrub communities. Several points along the trail afford vistas of the Black Hills, and wildlife is abundant. Wildlife species common in the area include
Maybe — confirm before you go.
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- Fee type Fee unknown — The fee structure here is unconfirmed.
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Common questions
Quick Yes / No / Depends answers for Mallo Trail — always confirm with the managing site before you go.
Depends Does the America the Beautiful pass work here?
Maybe — This Bureau of Land Management site may charge a fee your pass covers — confirm before you go. Check with the managing agency before you go.
Yes Are there hiking trails?
Yes — trails here include Purvis Road. Check length and difficulty before you go.
Yes Can you bike here?
Yes — biking is available at Mallo Trail. Confirm which roads or trails allow it.
Yes Can you watch wildlife or birds here?
Yes — Mallo Trail is a spot for wildlife and bird watching. Keep your distance and never feed animals.
Depends Is hunting allowed?
Yes — hunting is permitted here in season, with the required state license and tags. Check seasons and unit rules.
Yes Can you bring a dog?
Generally yes — dogs are welcome when kept under control (usually leashed). Confirm any local rules.
Depends Are drones allowed?
Sometimes — often allowed away from wilderness and developed or crowded areas, with rules. Check locally before you fly.
Nearby sites
Deerfield Reservoir
CheckReclamation honors the pass at only a handful of sites — confirm before you rely on it here.
Jake DeGroot / CC BY-SA 3.0 · Wikimedia Commons U.S. Forest Service Black Hills National Forest
CheckThis Forest Service site may charge a fee your pass covers — confirm before you go.
