Devil's Gulch Park, Natural park in Garretson, United States
Devil's Gulch Park features red quartzite rock formations creating a deep natural chasm with surrounding prairie grasslands and flowing water below.
In 1876, the outlaw Jesse James reportedly escaped law enforcement by making his horse leap across the gulch's gap during a pursuit from Minnesota.
The park stands as a testament to Dakota's frontier heritage, preserving tales of outlaws and lawmen through interpretive displays at the visitor center.
Visitors can access multiple hiking trails and cross the chasm using a steel bridge, while taking advantage of designated spots for photography and rest.
The natural chasm extends beyond 600 feet in depth, creating an unexpected geological formation amid the typically flat South Dakota landscape.
Location: Garretson
Address: Devils Gulch, Garretson, SD 57030, USA 57030 Garretson 57030 Garretson
Website: http://visitgarretson.com/tourismrecreation/devils-gulch-park
GPS coordinates: 43.72273,-96.49574
Latest update: March 14, 2025 00:59
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