Badlands National Park
Striking landscape of layered rock formations, deep canyons, and towering spires. Home to diverse wildlife and rich paleontological resources.
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Castle Trail Formations
Spectacular rock formations along the park's longest trail, featuring towering spires, deep canyons,…
Saddle Pass
A natural pass through the Badlands formations where visitors can hike through otherworldly landscap…
Yellow Mounds
Ancient paleosols (fossil soils) that appear as bright yellow and red mounds, representing some of t…
Fossil Exhibit Trail
An easy boardwalk trail featuring replicas and exhibits of f…
Notch Trail Viewpoint
A narrow opening through the Badlands Wall accessible by a challenging ladder climb, offering panora…
Pinnacles Overlook
A scenic overlook offering dramatic views of eroded rock pinnacles and spires that rise from the Bad…
Burns Basin Overlook
A scenic overlook providing sweeping views of the mixed-gras…