Roughlock Falls
South Dakota · 59-foot drop · Black Hills National Forest · Last verified 2026-05-15
Roughlock Falls is a waterfall in Lawrence County, South Dakota. It drops roughly 59 feet. Access details and conditions have not yet been verified in person by Fallspots — the data on this page comes from OpenStreetMap and USGS GNIS.
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| Waterfall | Distance | Height | Trail | Dogs | Fee |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Roughlock Falls (this page) | — | 59 ft | — | Y | Free |
| Spearfish Falls | 1 mi | 46 ft | — | Y | Free |
| Bridal Veil Falls | 6 mi | — | — | — | — |
| Mirror Creek Falls | 15 mi | 7 ft | — | — | — |
| Upper Windy Pine Falls | 15 mi | 7 ft | — | — | — |
| Lower Windy Pine Falls | 15 mi | 5 ft | — | — | — |
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Questions visitors ask about Roughlock Falls
Answers built from our structured data. If a question isn't here, the fact is unverified — we'd rather omit than guess.
How tall is Roughlock Falls?
Roughlock Falls is 59 feet (18 m) tall. Height is sourced from OSM.
Is Roughlock Falls in a national or state park?
Yes — Roughlock Falls is inside Black Hills National Forest. We inferred this from OpenStreetMap protected-area polygons; if you find we got the boundary wrong, please report it. See the park page for fees, hours, and current conditions.
Can I bring my dog to Roughlock Falls?
Yes — dogs are allowed (Black Hills National Forest permits leashed dogs in most areas). Inferred from park type; check the official site for trail-specific restrictions. Always leash and pack out waste.
Is there a fee to visit Roughlock Falls?
No entrance fee. Black Hills National Forest is free to access. Some trailheads may charge a parking fee separately.
How far is Roughlock Falls from a major city?
Roughlock Falls is 9 miles from Lead (about 12 minutes' drive).
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Where it is
44.3499, -103.9430
Sources and live status
Where we got the data, and where to check current conditions before you drive.
Last verified by Fallspots: 2026-05-15
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