Badlands Sunset & Wildlife: Nature's Evening Glow

The famous Wall Drug and the family story behind it! Here what makes this such as success and why you must visit, even if it is just to get one of their unbelievably delicious donuts! Our last civilized stop before heading into the beautiful Badlands.

The Badlands National Park is one of the most underrated parks in the system. Its other worldly spires, layers, winding roads, shadows, colors and history make it extraordinary to visit.

Hay Butte Overlook in Badlands National Park is a stunning viewpoint that offers you panoramic views of the park's rugged terrain. The overlook provides a spectacular glimpse of the surrounding wilderness and the vast expanse of the Great Plains. From here, you'll can enjoy stunning sunsets and sunrises, watch wildlife, and take in the beauty of the park's unique rock formations and rugged landscapes.

Pinnacles Overlook is one of the best locations in the Badlands. From this stunning viewpoint, you can gaze out at the breathtaking landscape of layered rock formations and jagged spires that stretch out as far as the eye can see. The view is especially mesmerizing during sunrise or sunset, when the colors of the rocks transform into a vivid display of pinks, oranges, and purples. If you're lucky, you might even spot some of the park's resident wildlife, such as bison or bighorn sheep.

As we enter the park we'll stop at a location we feel is best for viewing the sunset to see the light change the colors of the soil and cast shadows that made Frank Lloyd Wright say it was his favorite National Park. Picnic Blankets, Folding Chairs, Drinks, Photography, video and more are offered as we take it all in.

The Badlands Wilderness Overlook is a stunning vista point located in Badlands National Park. From here, you can see miles of rugged terrain, including jagged rock formations, deep canyons, and colorful badlands. The overlook offers a breathtaking view of the sunset, making it a popular destination for photographers and nature enthusiasts.

Picture yourself standing on the edge of a rugged cliff, gazing out into an endless expanse of wild terrain. Below you, the Badlands National Park stretches out for miles, its rocky formations and canyons carved by ancient rivers and wind. But this isn't just any overlook - you're standing at the Ancient Hunters Overlook, a spot that has been sacred to Native American tribes for centuries. It's easy to see why they chose this spot - the panoramic views are breathtaking, with the sun setting over the horizon in a blaze of orange and pink. As you take in the beauty around you, it's easy to imagine yourself as one of the ancient hunters, scanning the landscape for prey and marveling at the natural wonders of the world. Whether you're an avid hiker, a history buff, or just someone who loves the great outdoors, the Ancient Hunters Overlook is a must-see destination in Badlands National Park.

Located in the heart of Badlands National Park, the Bigfoot Pass Overlook is one of the most captivating natural wonders you will ever come across. As you stand on the edge of this magnificent overlook, you will be mesmerized by the stunning panoramic views of the rugged rock formations and otherworldly landscapes that stretch as far as the eye can see. Bigfoot Pass is named after Chief Bigfoot (Spotted Elk) and is near the location Chief Spotted Elk led his tribe of mostly women and children to Wounded Knee Creek where many Native Americans met their end, unarmed, by the U.S. Army.

Homestead Overlook stands as a testament to the raw beauty and untamed wilderness that defines the American West. My XO Adventures invites you to embark on an unforgettable journey to this breathtaking vantage point, where the very fabric of time seems to unravel before your eyes.