Place

Palmer Creek

A two-track extends into the horizon among prairie grasses and a single cottonwood under a blue sky.
The road to Palmer Creek is often inaccessible due to mud and other obstacles.

NPS Photo / Serena Rosales

Quick Facts
Location:
Rockyford, SD
Significance:
Palmer Creek preserves rare paleontologic resources not found anywhere else in the world.
Palmer Creek is one of two districts in the South Unit of the park. It is undeveloped, remote, and surrounded by private property. Before attempting to access the unit, contact the park for more information.

Badlands National Park

Last updated: December 15, 2020