For a detailed list of Badlands hiking possibilities, with locations and trails, see the Hiking Page . Hiking trails of varying length and difficulty lead to and through different areas of Badlands National Park. Five trails, varying from one-fourth mile to eight miles in length, explore park features. Cedar Pass, just inside the park entrance. A short orientation program is shown in the auditorium.
Information is available and books, maps, restrooms, water, phones, etc.
Information, Lakota exhibits, video program, restrooms, water. See the Calendar Page for more information. Water in Badlands is too full of silt for humans to drink, and will quickly clog a water filter. When hiking, always carry water with you. Drinking water is available only at the Cedar Pass area, the White River Visitor Center and the Pinnacles Ranger Station.