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What is the Black Hills Back Country Byway?

The Black Hills Back Country Byway is a rugged 21-mile stretch of unpaved roadway located between Safford and Clifton. Accessible via US-191, with the route passing over the historic Old Safford Bridge, it offers excellent opportunities for hiking, mountain biking, and rockhounding among historic mining remnants.

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