Name: Notch Trail
Rating: 4.6

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Watch for drop offs. Not recommended for anyone with a fear of heights. Treacherous during or after heavy rains.

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After meandering through a small canyon, this trail climbs a ladder and follows a ledge to the Notch for a dramatic view of the White River Valley. The trail begins at the south end of the Door and Window parking area.

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Land Manager: NPS - Badlands National Park

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Nicole Tarsan

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4.6 from 80 votes

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in Badlands National Park

#8

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4.6 from 80 votes

5 Star		68%
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3 Star		6%
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Looking down the wooden Ladder on Notch Trail

Apr 30, 2016 near Kadoka, SD

Oct 18, 2021 near Kadoka, SD

Jan 10, 2021 near Kadoka, SD

Aug 6, 2020 near Kadoka, SD

My kids made it to the top of the ladder!

Oct 18, 2021 near Kadoka, SD

Approaching the Notch. Photo courtesy the National Park Service.

Mar 10, 2016 near Kadoka, SD

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Notch Trail

“Earn some dramatic views from "the Notch", a vista found along a steep ledge atop this trail. ”

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2,789' 850 m

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