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Cost & Services

The Dakota 600 is an all-inclusive adventure for $2,295. Proceeds fund trail development in the Black Hills and National Forest System.ย  Included:

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    5 nightsโ€™ lodging (double occupancy; single rooms upon request)

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    5 gourmet dinners & breakfasts

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    Black Hills National Forest & Custer State Park permits

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    Over $10,000 in gear giveaways

Spearfish Canyon, Lead, South Dakota

Spearfish Canyon, Lead, South Dakota

Dates: July 12th - 17th, 2026

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    July 12: Arrival, registration, and bike tech inspection

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    July 13-16: Four days of intense riding and camaraderie

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    July 17: Departure and farewells

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Routes to Adventure

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    The Meat: Seven to ten loop rides daily. 5โ€“7 riders per group. Routes range from tough single tracks to easier rides. Choose between 40 and 150 miles of riding per day. LEMs (Local Experienced Men) guide all rides.

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    Do Your Own Thing: For solo riders or a relaxed day, these self-guided routes let you cruise for 2โ€“4 hours. Maps and GPS tracks provided.

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How to Apply

The application page opens in February. Limited to 60 riders.

Rider Reviews

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The Dakota 600 is the Super Bowl of off road MC riding events. It is the most well organized event I have entered in the last 50 years. I plan to make it an annual tradition.

- Big Al E. WR450F Acworth, GA
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I can't say enough about my experience at Dakota 600. The LEMs did an excellent job with my group every day with just the right amount of fun and exhaustion to make perfect days. The hotel was more than courteous and took care of any need I had. The food was great. The fellowship was superb. A good time was had by all!

- Jack H. - KTM690E Odessa, TX
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I think the Dakota 600 in the Black Hills National Forest is the best mix of trails, scenery and weather a dual sport rider could want.

The LEMs definitely make the ride worth the money and the effort to travel to South Dakota.

The Black Hills area is full of history, sites and beautiful vistas that sometimes can only be seen on the Dakota 600.

- Ferris F. โ€“ KTM 350 EXC-F Nacogdoches, TX
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You guys were the best part of the riding in SD! Your thoughts about having the LEMs setting-up the groups the night before, after they described the route, worked out really well. The resulting groups were the right size and skilled so the riding fun was enhanced. Great idea and execution!

- Will H. - KTM 500EXC Austin, TX
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The best way to see the Black Hills! The Dakota 600 was well organized to maximize the adventure and rife with new friends!

- Tigra T. - KAW KLX300 San Clemente, CA
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I have attended the Dakota 600 every year. The variety of trails, vistas and excellent ride organization make my 2100 mile round trip more than worthwhile. My best ride of the year!

- Rob K - KTM 690R Grapevine, TX
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It never ceases to amaze me who you meet at motorcycle events; the Dakota 600 was no less amazing! Old, young, enthusiastic, amazingly talented individuals brought together by the common bond of the enjoyment of riding. In less than a week we made life-long friends through unforgettable memories.

- Kent J. KTM 250XC Rapid City, SD
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Join the Adventure

Be part of the Dakota 600 and experience the thrill of riding the Black Hills. Limited spots are available for this unforgettable motorcycle tour. Contact us now to secure your place.

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