The rugged beauty of the Badlands draws visitors from around the world. These striking geologic deposits contain one of the world’s richest fossil beds. Ancient horses and rhinos once roamed here. The park’s 244,000 acres protect an expanse of mixed-grass prairie where bison, bighorn sheep, prairie dogs, and black-footed ferrets live today.
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Do not rely on GPS digital navigation systems to find your way to Badlands National Park. Please note that the Visitor Center at 25216 Ben Reifel Road, Interior SD 57750 is located just off I-90.
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Source: National Park Service.
Upcoming Events
- Evening Ranger ProgramSun Aug 23 2026Cedar Pass Amphitheater
- Geology WalkSun Aug 23 2026Door Trail
- Evening Prairie WalkSun Aug 23 2026
- Fossil TalkSun Aug 23 2026Fossil Exhibit Trailhead
- Night Sky ProgramSun Aug 23 2026Cedar Pass Amphitheater
- Evening Ranger ProgramSun Aug 30 2026Cedar Pass Amphitheater
- Night Sky ProgramSun Aug 30 2026Cedar Pass Lodge Amphitheater
- Night Sky ProgramTue Sep 08 2026Cedar Pass Amphitheater
- Evening Ranger ProgramTue Sep 08 2026Cedar Pass Amphitheater
- Fossil TalkTue Sep 08 2026Fossil Exhibit Trail
- Geology WalkTue Sep 08 2026Door Trail
- Evening Prairie WalkTue Sep 08 2026Ben Reifel Visitor Center