Badlands alerts

Notch Trail and all areas within 100 feet of the designated trail are closed; do not enter the closure area.

• The closure remains in effect while park staff repair a section of the trail ladder that became a safety hazard for hikers; the NPS says the order is to maintain public health and safety and protect park resources.
• The closure took effect August 31, 2026, and remains in effect until further notice. It applies to everyone subject to NPS authority within Badlands National Park, including visitors, government and concession employees, park residents, and stakeholders.

Check current park conditions before visiting.