Then, there’s the wildlife bison, bighorn sheep, and golden eagles, to name a few.
Luckily, there are plenty of options, from establishedcampgroundsand RV hookups to rugged backcountry camping.
Reservations must be made in advance.
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All guests at Sage Creek Campground have access to covered picnic tables and pit toilets, but not water.
Campers can either pack their own H2O, or drop by the Ben Reifel Visitor Center to fill up.
So, basically, you’re free to set up camp almost anywhere within the park’s 244,000 acres.
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Another popular destination is the Sage Creek Wilderness Area off Sage Creek Rim Road.
you could also pick up a topographic map.
In addition, you’ll have to pack out your trash and toilet paper.
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Entrance passes can also be purchased in advance at Recreation.gov.
In the backcountry, backpacking stoves are allowed.
Drinkable water is also available at the Ben Reifel Visitor Center.
Visitors are strongly warned against drinking any water found in the park because of the high sediment content.
Camping here is free, but campsites are limited, so you might want to show up early.
The weather in Badlands National Park can vary greatly.
Keep in mind that June tends to be the wettest month.
