It's possibly the worst kept secret in the Hills and now it's about to get even worse.

A popular, hidden gem in the Black Hills may get a direct route for public access.

The United States Forest Service is floating the idea of building up Devil's Bathtub in Spearfish Canyon. The proposal calls for a trail leading to the hidden pool and an expanded parking area. Ranger Steve Kozel says the area is overcrowded with cars lining the road and spilling out onto the highway. He says the secret is already out of the bag, so might as well make it official and safer.

"It is being widely advertised on social media, through word of mouth as well as there are various different trail magazines," said Northern District Range Steve Kozel.

He says safety is the biggest concern.

"People parking on Highway 14A along the shoulder and the through traffic that's going at 35-40 miles per hour and you have people exiting their vehicles along that highway. It is just an accident waiting to happen," Kozel said.

The Forest Service is working with Game, Fish and Parks and Lawrence County on the plan. They are still taking public comments.

You can check out the plans for yourself here: