Badlands National Park | Black Hills & Badlands - South Dakota

Badlands National Park

  • Badlands National Park
    Badlands National Park
Find Us: 
25216 Ben Reifel Rd
Interior, SD 57750
Call: 
(605) 433-5361

National Parks / Management

Protecting 244,000 acres, BNP is home to bison, bighorn sheep, prairie dogs, porcupines, bobcats, rattlesnakes, swift fox & more. It's a perfect destination for travelers of all ages and abilities, offering an unforgettable scenic drive for those just passing through, or hiking & camping opportunities for the more adventurous.

It's no surprise that Badlands National Park is constantly receiving national and international attention. This wondrous world is constantly topping the lists as a must-see. The park is known for its abundance of fossils and modern-day wildlife. Protecting 244,000 acres, Badlands National Park is home to bison, bighorn sheep, prairie dogs, porcupines, bobcats, rattlesnakes, swift fox and more. It's a perfect destination for travelers of all ages and abilities, offering an unforgettable scenic drive for those just passing through, or hiking and camping opportunities for the more adventurous. The rugged beauty is nearly indescribable and must be experienced firsthand.  Public viewing of Badlands fossils is available at the Ben Reifel Visitor Center.

Badlands National Park is open 24 hours a day, seven days a week. Entrance fees are collected year-round. Interstate 90 (I-90) is located directly north of the Park and provides access to the Hwy 240 Badlands Loop Road.