Place

Notch Ladder

A uniformed park employee descends on wooden ladder with bushes and gray earth on either side.
Be careful when ascending and descending the ladder, one group at a time.

NPS Photo / Ed Welsh

Quick Facts
Location:
Interior, SD
Significance:
One of several infrastructure elements along Badlands' trails that assists visitors with access.

Scenic View/Photo Spot

The ladder that bisects the Notch Trail is made of steel cable and thick wooden logs. The top of the ladder has metal posts that have been driven into the harder bedrock to maintain stability. Please use caution when climbing up or down this ladder.

Badlands National Park

Last updated: December 15, 2020