Gary Leverett

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USA Badlands Loop Road

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Badlands National Park in South Dakota encompasses nearly a quarter million acres of eroding hills, hoodoos, and spires. Bison, bighorn sheep, deer, prairie dog, coyote, pronghorn antelope, and fox are commonly seen here.

Photography Tips

Badlands has an “open hike” policy which means you’re allowed to hike anywhere in the park where you can safely do so. This makes finding unique perspectives easy.

Travel Information

This photo was taken less than a half mile from the Bigfoot Pass Overlook. There are large pullouts on both sides of the road.

Spot Type Outdoor

Crowd Factor Just a few people

Best Timing All timings are equally good

Sunrise & Sunset 06:50 - 16:18 | current local time: 05:28

Photo Themes Desert Landscape

Locations Badlands National Park

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