Gary Leverett

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USA Conata Basin Overlook

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The Yellow Mounds area of Badlands National Park is one of the park’s prettiest areas. It’s mostly white and subtle red hues give way to a much more vibrant yellow layer. The yellow layer is what was once the floor of an inland sea in the Great Plains area and is one of the oldest layers of rock in Badlands NP.

Photography Tips

This picture was taken from the Conata Basin Overlook which loops eastward 0.8 miles/1.3 km from the Yellow Mounds Overlook. Great sunset location.

Travel Information

There is ample parking available here and throughout Badlands National Park. The roads are beautifully built and maintained and, if this is possible, actually enhance the park experience.

Spot Type Outdoor

Crowd Factor Just a few people

Best Timing Sunset

Sunrise & Sunset 07:18 - 16:16 | current local time: 16:30

Photo Themes Desert Landscape

Locations Badlands National Park

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