THE TRAILS ARE CALLING. See where they lead. The hiking trails here never feel like rush hour. They are popular, but offer plenty of breathing room. Here are a few of the park’s many trails for feet and hooves. (Bicycles are welcome on paved roads.) FOR A FULL LIST OF TRAILS, VISIT nps.gov/thro/planyourvisit/ hiking-and-trail-information.htm Achenbach Trail, North Unit EASY HIKES Little Mo Trail — North Unit Explore the river bottom habitat along a paved, self-guided nature trail. 30 -45 minutes 0.7 mi / 1.1 km (paved inner loop) 1.1 mi / 1.8 km (unpaved outer loop) Buck Hill — South Unit Climb to the highest accessible point in the park for panoramic views of the Badlands. 15 minutes 0.2 mi / 0.3 km Wild horses, South Unit EASY TO MODERATE HIKES Caprock Coulee Nature Trail — North Unit Follow this self-guided nature trail among interesting geologic formations and juniper covered hillsides. 1 hour 1.5 mi / 2.4 km Coal Vein Trail — South Unit This nature trail is an excellent place to learn about the geology and ecology of the Badlands. 30 -45 minutes 0.6 mi / 1 km (inner loop) 0.8 mi / 1.3 km (outer loop) Boicourt Trail, South Unit MODERATE TO STRENUOUS HIKES Achenbach Trail — North Unit Steep climbs and descents plus two river crossings lead deep into the heart of the wilderness. 10 -12 hours Petrified Forest Loop — South Unit This remote hike takes you through ancient, petrified forests and wilderness. 5 -6 hours 10.3 mi / 16.6 km Petrified Forest Loop, South Unit 18 mi / 30 km NDtourism.com 7
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