Mallo Trail

The Mallo Trail is somewhat unique in that it passes through several vegetative zones including riparian, aspen, spruce/fir, ponderosa pine, grassland, bare rock, and shrub communities.

Several points along the trail afford vistas of the Black Hills, and wildlife is abundant. Wildlife species common in the area include mule deer, whitetail deer, elk, wild turkey, ruffed grouse, and a variety of small mammals and birds. Predators such as coyotes and mountain lions are less common but do pass through the area.

The Weston County portion of the trail is marked with a variety of fiberglass or wooden posts and rock cairns. From the trailhead, the trail leads south along the ridgeline on the Wyoming/South Dakota state line. The trail follows along a fence line for a distance of approximately one quarter of a mile to a gate in the fence where the trail re-enters Wyoming and continues onto BLM administered lands. The trail crosses a prominent two-track road and then makes a loop (with a cut across for those preferring a shorter hike) before returning to the gate at the Wyoming/South Dakota line. From there, visitors will hike back along the same trail they used to enter the loop trail. The entire trail is more than 3.5 miles.

The Mallo Trail trailhead is located at a small parking area approximately one mile east of Mallo Camp on Beaver Creek Road. Parking at the trailhead is limited. Dispersed camping on BLM-administered land is allowed. Organized groups advertising events on the trail must contact the Newcastle Field Office to obtain a special recreation permit for activities occurring on BLM administered lands.

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BLM WYOMING KNOW BEFORE YOU GO

The BLM welcomes you to explore, enjoy, and make positive memories from your outdoor experiences on America's public lands and waters. Please remember these are wide-open spaces and wildlands. Plan ahead and be aware of potential hazards. It is everyone's responsibility to take the necessary steps to minimize chances of becoming lost or injured on public lands.

When visiting public lands, please also practice Leave No Trace and Tread Lightly principles.

For other key advice on various recreation activities, please see the BLM's trip-planning tips. These helpful tips can help you make the most of your recreation experience. However, for more information about local conditions, regulations and recreation resources, there is no substitute for visiting the closest BLM office.

Accessibility:

The Hogan and Luce Campground was rebuilt to meet Americans with Disabilities Act standards in 2017-2018. All six sites (five individual sites and one group site) are accessible. The ground surface is stable and firm throughout the facility.

The campground has one accessible pit toilet; a second accessible toilet is located near the other reservoir, though the grounds near that reservoir are not ADA accessible. The campground kiosks and registration books have been modified to accommodate people who use wheelchairs, and regular maintenance ensures the facility's features remain accessible for visitors with mobility impairments.

The campground has an accessible boat dock, which has a canoe and kayak dock/launch with a transfer slide bench and grab rail, which can be used by visitors in wheelchairs. The EZ Launch feature on the boat dock keeps your canoe or kayak stable so anyone can feel confident transferring into their boat independently and securely, then launching with ease. Please note that the boat dock is installed in late May and removed in September each year.

Service animals are welcome on the site with no restrictions.

Each campsite includes the following accessible features:

  • a parking spot;
  • a picnic table that is wheelchair-accessible on both ends;
  • a grill/fire ring reinforced with double metal walls to decrease the amount of heat that radiates out sideways; and
  • bear-proof storage boxes, which were modified to be usable by people with dexterity concerns.

MALLO TRAIL PHOTOS

Mallo Trail

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Activities

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BIKING
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HIKING
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HORSEBACK RIDING
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WILDLIFE VIEWING
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Directions

From Newcastle, WY: Take US Highway 85N 18 miles to the county road to Mallo Camp. Turn east at Mallo Camp sign and drive approximately 4 miles to the junction at Mallo Camp. Go approximately 1 mile east to the trailhead. The parking area is past Mallo Camp and on your right about a quarter mile. From Sundance, WY: Take US Highway 585 south 27 miles to Four Corners, then south on US Highway 85 approximately 0.2 mile to Mallo Camp turnoff. Turn east at the Mallo Camp sign and drive approximately 4 miles to the junction at Mallo Camp. Go approximately 1 mile east to the trailhead. From Deadwood, SD: Take US Highway 85S/14W 33 miles to Four Corners, then south on US Highway 85 approximately 0.2 mile to Mallo Camp turnoff. Turn east at the Mallo Camp sign and drive approximately 4 miles to the junction at Mallo Camp. Go approximately 1 mile east to the trailhead.