Badlands Overlook

One of the best overlooks in the South Unit of Theodore Roosevelt National Park with beautiful views of the Badlands that stretch for miles in every direction. Many hiking trails around the area and with the scenic loop drive closed due to the road eroding, access to the overlook now requires a "to and back" ride that's approx. 24 miles long. There are several pull outs along the way for scenic photography as well as large vehicle turn arounds in designated areas for trailers and large vehicles to turn around.

This is the last overlook after 24 miles of driving before you have to turn around on the former “Scenic Loop” road.

There is a small parking area and great views of the vista. Just remember to be courteous. We wanted just a minute to take in the views, wind and everything nature had to offer but a man had to tell other travelers (loudly) of all the places he has been.

So, we enjoyed the views but the company not so much. We quickly left and headed back.

We had a great time here, the views are beautiful and the Bisons and other animals were spectacular We will go back everytime we can.

Don't miss this easy stop for amazing views and maybe even some bison

Beautiful scenic drive worth a stop. We saw buffaloo up close, a coyote crossed the road in front of us with her pup, and absolutely loved the fields of squeaking prairie dogs

We didn’t see any animals here but we still got out of our van to take in the views. Unfortunately there was a lot of smoke as well.

#NorthDakota #Badlands bad lands are the most amazing part of the whole state. North dakota is very flat but the bad lands are the reason I stick around there amazing !!!

Loved this place just wish they offered more dog friendly activities.

Lots of wildlife and amazing views. Why isn’t this Parker talked about more!

Been here in 1998, still remember the nice view of the bad lands. Loved our trip in the usa.

This is so beautiful. I really felt at peace here.

Great place for learning how to use a camera, or educating oneself about photography.

We stopped by on our way. Great Sceneries and hikes.

Driving across country I found this spot and had the most memorable time. So beautiful & peaceful and saw many bison running free! Very cool! God bless America ✨💫

Gorgeous view , always something new each drive through.

Beautiful place to drive and hike.

Super cool place! Especially thinking about the history of this place, and all the outlaws that pioneered the area and hid out in these canyons and such! My dogs loved this place! They found some giant deer poo here they thought was heavenly! Lol

So worth the trip so many pull offs to stop and check out the many beautiful views it was only 30 dollars to get in and was worth the drive not disappointed one bit and the visitor center at the beginning had all kinds of great trinkets to remember it by

It’s a nice information and rest area.
Could of spent the night here but didn’t

A magical experience!