Maah Daah Hey Trail - Devils Pass
Devil's Pass of my favorite sections of the Maah Dah Hey Trail, it is very remote and you have to look really hard to see signs of civilization.
Length: 5 miles out, 5 miles back, 10 total miles
Getting there and parking: You will have drive on aprox. 15 miles of gravel- don't take the route in gray unless you can cross a creek and drive on prairie trails. These are the directions from the main highway and you don't need to go all the way into the campground to park. There is a parking "pad" along side the road.
Directions: Here is the official map of the MDHT and the Devil's Pass section. After hopping on your bike, you pretty much head west and follow the trail. There are wooden posts along the way to signify you are on the right track. I would recommend downloading some offline navigation as reception will be spotty to non-existent, which is the point of going out there!
What to Expect: The trail is pretty easy to follow, however it is possible, depending on the time of year you go, to get sidetracked on cow trails. This is why it's helpful to have offline navigation available and have a set up like a quad lock on your handlebars. You can also pick up a few ticks and get a few mosquito bites, so it doesn't hurt to have some Deet or some permethrin to pretreat your clothes. It also can get very hot in the Badlands and there are some long stretches without any shade or cover, so bring plenty of water. Do not take that lightly, as you will be a long way from anyone and it could be days before you see another person. Definitely take an insulated water bottle or two and a backpack with a hydration bladder. Something from the CamelBak or Osprey will work. But do not, I repeat, do not skimp on water.
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