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Castle Trail and Medicine Root Trail Loop in Badlands National Park

This loop hike in Badlands National Park offers a good opportunity to explore the park’s unique landscape. The trail takes you through a striking mix of badland formations, mesas, and open prairies, expansive views along the way. Though the trail is exposed with little shade, the gentle terrain and varied scenery, including the impressive Badlands Wall, make for an unforgettable hiking experience. #Hiking #Loop #Nature

  • Distance: 6.7 mi
  • Elevation gain: 59 m
  • Maximum elevation: 810 m
  • Elevation loss: 58 m
  • Minimum elevation: 788 m
  • Moving time: 2 h 41 m
  • Moving speed: 2.5 mph
  • Maximum speed: 5.3 mph
  • Total time: 2 h 52 m
  • Global speed: 2.3 mph

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  • Distance: 6.7 mi
  • Elevation gain: 59 m
  • Maximum elevation: 810 m
  • Elevation loss: 58 m
  • Minimum elevation: 788 m
  • Moving time: 2 h 41 m
  • Moving speed: 2.5 mph
  • Maximum speed: 5.3 mph
  • Total time: 2 h 52 m
  • Global speed: 2.3 mph

About this trail

Name: Castle Trail and Medicine Root Trail Loop in Badlands National Park trail, distance, elevation, map, profile, GPS track

Start: Castle Trail, Jackson County, South Dakota, 57750, United States (43.76127 -101.92855)

End: Door/Window Viewpoint, Castle Trail, Jackson County, South Dakota, 57750, United States (43.76097 -101.92775)

Coordinates: 43.76061 -101.97302 43.77234 -101.92772

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Castle Trail

United States > South Dakota > Jackson County

Hike on the Castle Trail in the Badlands National Park. #Hiking #Desert #Nature #Park

Distance: 4.9 mi • Elevation gain: 44 m • Maximum elevation: 814 m

Gear up for your next adventure:

🔭Compact Hiking Binoculars - Lightweight optics for scouting terrain and spotting wildlife
🧼Camping Hygiene Kits - Compact hygiene essentials for outdoor stays
🔋Solar Chargers - Eco-friendly charging solutions for outdoor use
🗺️Ordnance Survey Maps - Essential paper maps for hiking across the UK national parks
🛰️Outdoor GPS Navigation - Navigation devices for remote and off-grid areas

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