Provides access to several overlooks and the Sage Creek Campground, as well as opportunities for backcountry access and wildlife viewing
General Information
From Rapid City (68 miles): Get on I-90 E from I-190 N. Follow I-90 E to SD-240 E/Glenn St in Wall. Take exit 110 from I-90 E. Drive to Sage Creek Rd
Sage Creek Rim Road (SD 590) is a dirt/gravel road that travels through the Sage Creek Wilderness Area of Badlands National Park. It provides access to several overlooks and the Sage Creek Campground, as well as opportunities for backcountry access and wildlife viewing. Bison, bighorn, prairie dogs and a wide variety of birds are frequently seen from Sage Creek Rim Road.
Sage Creek Rim Road connects SD 44 and the Badlands Loop Road (240). It intersects with SD 44 just east of the town of Scenic and with the Badlands Loop Road just north of the Pinnacles Overlook. Sage Creek Rim Road may be temporarily closed during or after heavy rain or snow.
Sage Creek Rim Road features a number of overlooks and pull-offs to park safely and enjoy the view. From east to west, the overlooks on Sage Creek Rim Road are:
- Hay Butte Overlook
- Badlands Wilderness Overlook
- Roberts Prairie Dog Town
- Sage Creek Basin Overlook
This article uses material from nps.gov "Badlands National Park"
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