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Badlands National Park

On my way out to the Dream Center, I drove through Badlands National Park. I hadn’t been through the heart of the badlands since I was six years old, and since I was early, I decided to pull over and play tourist for 20 minutes.

badlands entrance

I absolutely love the terrain of the badlands, and forgot just how dramatic the formations are when you get off the interstate (I-90) and head south!

badlands 1

Just as I was pulling through the gates, it began to drizzle slightly, and stopped just when I reached the first observation point. The contrast between the colorful sediment and the stormy sky was breathtaking!

badlands-thunder

From some outcroppings you could almost look straight down from all angles. With the strength of the wind, it probably wasn’t the smartest idea, but I couldn’t help myself!

badlands valley

Overall, the timing was perfect! The brief rain shower provided a temporary break in the heat and made walking around far more pleasant.

badlands- after the rain

As I headed out towards Pine Ridge,  the cloud cover broke and the heat rolled in. This was fine by me, as I was enjoying the slow cruise through the park, taking pictures at various stops. People think South Dakota is boring, which is something I will just never understand. Just look at this place!

badlands - meadow

All of my anxiety for this trip evaporated as I drove. It’s simply not possible to be anxious when immersed in such beauty.

badlands landscape

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