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Explore the beautiful Badlands with Shaka Guide! Travel back in time to the land of ancient mammals and majestic rock formations, where every twist and turn reveals stunning landscapes and a rich tapestry of natural history waiting to be discovered.
Here are just a few of the fun things you can do on the tour!
• Explore the Cold War era at the Minuteman Missile Historic Site, where you can delve into the history of America's nuclear defense system with guided tours and exhibits.
• Step back in time at Prairie Homestead, an authentic sod house that offers a glimpse into the life of early settlers on the Dakota prairie.
• Discover the rugged beauty of the Badlands on the Door Trail, a short hike that leads you through a natural break in the Badlands Wall to breathtaking views of the eroded landscape.
• Take a scenic drive along Sage Creek Rim Road, where sweeping vistas and abundant wildlife, including bison and prairie dogs, showcase the untamed beauty of the Badlands.
• Experience a quirky and iconic American roadside attraction at Wall Drug Store, known for its free ice water, unique shops, and memorable photo opportunities.
Things to do on the Tour Include:
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This tour has 25 stops. Check out the itinerary here for a complete list of stops and if you’re looking for more information to help plan your trip, here’s what you need to know before you go!
What you spend depends on the activities you do, but here’s a list of entry fees on the tour:
You can also take a guided tour of Prairie Homestead and visit Wall Drug - a drug store turned tourist attraction.
Badlands National Park is open 24 hours a day, seven days a week. The park’s visitor centers and attractions have varying hours of operation. Below is a list of visitor centers in the park - the hours of operation also vary depending on the season, but are generally open between 9:00 AM–4:00 PM, with extended hours during peak season.
Learn more about the park’s hours of operation here.
Yes! The tour has four starting points: Wasta, SD, Kadoka, SD, Conata, SD, and Interior, SD. Just make sure that you follow the numbers in chronological order from where you are starting from. If you don’t begin at one of the tour starting points you’ll miss a few stories, but you’ll still have a great experience.
Yes - the tour is available in two directions, east to west and west to east.
Still have questions? Send us an email at aloha@shakaguide.com or give us a call at (808) 201-8138.
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