The stone fire tower atop 7242-foot Harney Peak is a popular destination, and is listed on the National Register of Historic Places. Expect heavy traffic on the trail, especially coming from Sylvan Lake. Special Feature. . . Harney Peak Hikes - A place for inspiration in the Black Hills on the highest peak east of the Rockies. Norbeck Wildlife Preserve was created in 1920 to protect the area's wildlife, including deer and elk, mountain goats, bighorn sheep and many small mammals and birds.
Small streams offer excellent trout fishing.
You can mountain bike in Norbeck, but not in the wilderness. Some trails receive heavy use, including Trail 9 between Sylvan Lake and Harney Peak. For a challenging hike, try the north end of Harney Peak Trail No. 9, which gains 2000 feet between the Willow Creek trailhead and the summit. Work Outdoors at GORP Jobs Click Here. All rights reserved.