Signature granite "needles" rise out of the surrounding landscape of the Black Hills.
The Needle's Eye is one of the most memorable granite formations along the drive, formed by years of rain, ice and wind. This picture is from the internet as my picture didn't turn out.
Many different shapes and sizes of granite formations.
The tour bus is 10 ft high and 8 ft wide. A 2 inch clearance on each side was too close for me!
People waiting at the end of the tunnel to see if the bus makes it.
Half way through, the driver stops the bus, turns on his emergency flashers, honks his horn and waves his arms making the spectators think he is stuck.
By the serious looks on their faces, they really do think he can't move.
As you exit one of the tunnels this is what you see.
Another stop was at Sylvan Lake. It is a beautiful lake nestled at the base of Harney Peak and surrounded by the impressive rock formations and ponderosa pine trees. This area is complete with the lake for swimming, boating or fishing, hiking trails, a lodge and campground.
The only wildlife we saw was a few elks and a privately owned herd of buffalo. We want to explore the area to find free roaming buffalo if we can.
Hope all is well!
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