Badlands Nat'l Park

Starting Monday, September 12, the Federal Highway Administration will begin work on repairing the significant failure of the southbound lane on Cedar Pass. For more information, go to: nps.gov/badl/learn/new…

The saying goes, "a picture is worth a thousand words". Here is an image of a pronghorn. Instead of a thousand words, what if we limited you to SIX words? Share in the comments below! NPS Photo #FindYourPark #Wildlife

The saying goes, "a picture is worth a thousand words". Here is an image of a car at a park entrance station. Instead of a thousand words, what if we limited you to SIX words? Share in the comments below!

Do you or someone you know have a kid currently in fourth grade? Head to everykidoutdoors.gov/index.htm to obtain your FREE pass. NPS Photo #FindYourPark #EveryKidInAPark

The saying goes, "a picture is worth a thousand words". Here is an image of a black footed ferret. Instead of a thousand words, what if we limited you to SIX words? Share in the comments below! NPS Photo #FindYourPark

The saying goes, "a picture is worth a thousand words". Here is an historic photo from 1958 featuring a Park Ranger at the park amphitheater. Instead of a thousand words, what if we limited you to SIX words? Share in the comments below! NPS Photo/Museum Collections

The saying goes, "a picture is worth a thousand words". Here is a photo of the moon. Instead of a thousand words, what if we limited you to SIX words? Tell us what you see in this photo using only six words. Share in the comments below! NPS Photo #FindYourPark #NightSky

Today is the beginning of the Great Backyard Bird Count, a citizen science project you can participate in from the comfort of your couch. You can learn more by visiting birdcount.org. NPS Photo #FindYourPark #GreatBackyardBirdCount #Birding #Wildlife

The Badlands Now & Then historic photos. Today we are highlighting Cedar Pass Lodge and Mission 66. For more information visit our NPS friends website @EvergladesNP ow.ly/tE6T50HR6CH NPS Photo/Museum Collection BADL 64069 #FindYourPark #Mission66 #Architecture

What draws you to the outdoors? Do you seek to recreate in the fresh air? Is it the peace in watching the sunset dip below the horizon? Whatever the reason, we're glad you're here. NPS Photo #FindYourPark #Wellness #Outside

The saying goes, "a picture is worth a thousand words". Here is a photo of cottonwood tree buds in the late winter. What if we limited you to SIX words? Tell us what you see in this photo using only six words. Try it out & share in the comments! NPS Photo #FindYourPark #

Hey Ranger, How do I earn a patch like you? To get an exact badge like me, you will need to be employed by the NPS, however, to get a really neat Badlands patch visit ow.ly/G7AX50HQYjr NPS Photo #FindYourPark #JuniorRanger

Hey Ranger, How do I get a fancy badge like you? You can find more information about our Jr. Ranger program here: nps.gov/thingstodo/jun…. We hope to see more shiny badges and smiley faces in the future!

A shoutout to the prairie dog cousin, Punxsutawney Phil! Even though we are not enthusiastic about the prediction of six more weeks of winter, there's still lots to enjoy at Badlands! NPS Photo/E. Franklin #FindYourPark #GroundhogDay #PunxsutawneyPhil #winter

“Look deep into nature, & then you will understand everything better.” -Albert Einstein Frequent exposure to nature reduces anxiety & depression, while promoting a sense of wellbeing & fulfillment. Visit nps.gov/articles/natur… for more info!

Hey Ranger, Badlands has a museum collection?! That’s right! Our museum collection stores over 360,000 objects that tell the story of the park’s past and present. For more information about the museum collection, visit nps.gov/articles/000/b…. NPS Photo #FindYourPark

On 12/28, Audubon Society from Rapid City came out to the park to collect the '21 Christmas Bird Count. It was chilly, starting at 3 degrees, but warmed up to the 20s. This year was very slow and counted 25 species. Thank you to all who came out! NPS Photo #FindYourPark #Birding

Today's advice is don't look down! Bighorn sheep can scramble up the highest formations here in the park, but we wouldn't recommend trying the same thing! While Badlands National Park is an open hike park, but still keep safety in mind. #FindsYourPark #Hiking NPS Photo

Looking for wildlife in the Badlands? Animals both big and small can be found throughout the park. Check out this website for information about where to go and what animals you can see throughout the park. ow.ly/GJ5850HrWm3

Hey Ranger, How can I get a job where I wear a hat like you? If you are looking to one day wear a flat hat yourself, there are many different pathways to employment with the NPS. Visit nps.gov/aboutus/workwi… #USAJOBS #NPS