Here are 9 photo spots at Badlands National Park for you.

About the location

It provides incredible photographic opportunities, especially during sunrise and sunset, when the light dramatically highlights the unique geology. The park is also rich in wildlife, including bison and prairie dogs, and offers excellent chances for wildlife photography. Additionally, the clear night skies make it a prime location for astrophotography. With diverse landscapes and lighting conditions, Badlands National Park is a photographer’s paradise year-round.

Best timing

Badlands Bison Roundup – Held in the fall, this event features the rounding up of bison from the park's herd, a unique opportunity to photograph this historic tradition.

Traveling

By Air:
Closest airports: Sioux Falls Regional Airport (FSD) and Rapid City Regional Airport (RAP).

By Car:
Accessible via Interstate 90 (I-90), US Route 44, and South Dakota Highway 240.

By Bus:
Bus services to nearby cities like Rapid City, followed by car rental or local transport.

By Train:
Nearest Amtrak station in Mitchell, SD, about 2.5 hours away by car.

By RV or Camper:
RVs and campers can access the park and stay at campgrounds.

Other languages

Here is how Badlands National Park is called in other languages:
CS Národní park Badlands DE Badlands-Nationalpark EL Εθνικό Πάρκο Badlands ES Parque Nacional de los Badlands FI Badlandsin kansallispuisto FR Parc national des Badlands HI बैडलैंड्स राष्ट्रीय उद्यान HR Nacionalni park Badlands IS Badlands þjóðgarður IT Parco Nazionale delle Badlands JA バッドランズ国立公園 NL Badlands National Park NO Badlands nasjonalpark PL Park Narodowy Badlands PT Parque Nacional das Badlands RU Национальный парк Бедлендс SV Badlands nationalpark TR Badlands Milli Parkı ZH 坏地国家公园