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Bear Butte State Park Drive
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BEAR BUTTE STATE PARK DRIVE
BEAR BUTTE STATE PARK DRIVE
Bear Butte State Park Drive   57788
(lat:44.46 lon:-103.4262) map location

Phone: 605.347.5240
Mato Paha or Bear Mountain is the Lakota name given to this site. To the Cheyenne, it is Noahvose. This geological formation is one of several intrusions of igneous rock in the Black Hills that formed millions of years ago. The mountain is sacred to many American Indian tribes who come here to hold religious ceremonies. Please be respectful of worshippers and their religious practices.

Many American Indians see Bear Butte as a place where the creator has chosen to communicate with them through visions and prayer.

During your visit, you will see colorful pieces of cloth and small bundles or pouches hanging from the trees. These prayer cloths and tobacco ties represent the prayers offered by individuals during their worship. Please respect these offerings and leave them undisturbed.


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Picnicking
Bear Butte State Park in South Dakota offers picnic shelters, tables and grills for visitors to enjoy outdoor meals.
Birding
The park offers birdwatching opportunities with species like red-tailed hawks, turkey vultures and bald eagles. The diverse habitat attracts a variety of birds year-round.

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