The rugged beauty of the Badlands draws visitors from around the world. These striking geologic deposits contain one of the world’s richest fossil beds. Ancient horses and rhinos once roamed here. The park’s 244,000 acres protect an expanse of mixed-grass prairie where bison, bighorn sheep, prairie dogs, and black-footed ferrets live today.

Badlands National Park is open 24 hours a day, seven days a week. Entrance fees are collected year round. In the winter or in extreme weather events, roads going through the Badlands may be closed. Check road conditions on your route before leaving for your trip. In the winter, roads can be slick and icy - please use caution when driving.

Park Fees:
Private Vehicle - $30.00
Individual (Hiking, Bicycling, etc...) - $15.00
Motorcycle - $25.00
Commercial Sedan, 1 to 6 passenger capacity - $25.00
Commercial sedan, 1 to 6 passenger capacity. $25 plus $10 per person
Commercial Van, 7 to 15 passenger capacity - $50.00
Commercial van, 7 to 15 passenger capacity; $50
Commercial Minibus, 16 to 25 passenger capacity - $60.00
Minibus, 16 to 25 passenger capacity; $60
Commercial Motorcoach, 26 or more passenger capacity - $150.00
Motorcoach, 26 or more passenger capacity; $150

Park Passes:
Badlands National Park Annual Pass - $50.00
This pass admits a single, private, non commercial vehicle and its occupants into the park. This pass does not include camping or give any type of discount at stores inside the park. Valid for one year from month of purchase.