United States South Dakota Interior Township

Notch Trail

A scenic trail featuring a wooden ladder and dramatic cliff views, popular for hiking and observing ancient geological formations and wildlife.
  • Notch Trail

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At Notch Trail, climb up a log ladder, follow canyon edges, and enjoy the views of the White River Valley. With a steep ladder and drop-offs, this hike is not for the faint of heart, however, the scenery makes it worth it. 

nicolejordan 4 years ago

Notch Trail Articles

  • Badlands National Park: The Complete Guide for 2023

    Badlands? Why would you name a national park bad-lands? Well, the Oglala Lakota People were the first to name this site. They originally called this area “mako sica,” which translates to “land bad.” When French fur trappers traveled through, they called the area “les mauvaises terres à traverser” or “bad lands to travel across.” Rugged […]

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