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Wind Cave National Park
Prairie Hike
Family with Ranger on a prairie hike.

NPS Photo by Mike Landrum

Family with Ranger on a Prairie Hike

Explore the park's prairie and forest habitats with a ranger. This 2 hour activity will meet at the visitor center and then drive to a nearby trailhead. Hiking boots or sturdy shoes and water are advised. Check at the visitor center for details.

Prairie Hikes have ended for the season.  They will resume in June, 2010.

Stemless Hymenoxys  

Did You Know?
The scientific name for the Stemless Hymenoxys is Hymemoxys acaulis. Acaulis means "stemless" and referes to the leafless stalks which bear the flower heads.
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Last Updated: September 08, 2009 at 17:32 EST