Castle Trailhead

Navigating through the Badlands can be a fun challenge for experienced hikers.

NPS Photo / Serena Rosales

Quick Facts

Location:

Wall, SD

Significance:

The Castle Trail is the longest trail in the park and is a good challenge for hikers.

Amenities

5 listed

Information Kiosk/Bulletin Board, Parking - Auto, Parking - Bus/RV, Restroom, Trailhead

The longest trail in the park travels five miles (ten miles round-trip) between the Door and Window parking area and Fossil Exhibit Trail. Relatively level, the path passes along some Badlands formations. The trailhead is equipped with backcountry camping registration kiosks.