1. Badlands National Park25216 Ben Reifel Rd, 51 miles east of town, Interior, SD 57750
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 EDITOR REVIEW: INTERIOR. Sprawling across some 244,000 acres, this national park preserves some of the country's most inhospitable terrain. Native Americans and early explorers alike knew of its perils, bestowing on it the name "bad." Even so, the area's beauty is unmistakeable, as the rugged landscape, expansive plains, and multi-hued rock formations prove. The region is also an abundant repository of fossils, which have given scientists a new perspective on evolution and biology. Visitors may best tour the park on Route 240 (32 miles long); other portions of the preserve are available to hikers. The remote lands are absolutely worth exploring, but nature lovers should plan carefully. A handful of visitors centers are well-equipped to orient folks about the Badlands' history and allure. Location Map 25216 Ben Reifel Rd, 51 miles east of town, Interior, SD 57750 Larger Interactive Map » Show Nearby Businesses » |
More Details Hours: Daily 24 hours; Visitors centers Daily 8am-5pm (with extended seasonal hours) Payment Methods: 
Website: Visit the Badlands National Park website » Type: Parks |
