Badlands news
All the on-the-ground news from Badlands: closures, conditions, reopenings and alerts that help you plan your visit.
Badlands: Fire Weather Alert, Take Care If You're Visiting the Park
The National Weather Service has placed the Badlands area under a Red Flag Warning, with high fire risk starting October 9.
Badlands By Victoria Boissonade
Badlands: Notch Trail Closed for Ladder Repairs
The Notch Trail and the area right around it are closed while crews repair the trail's ladder, which has become unsafe for hikers.
Badlands By Victoria Boissonade
Badlands: the Notch Trail Is Closed to Repair Its Ladder
The Notch Trail has been closed since August 31, 2026 while crews repair a ladder that had become dangerous for hikers.
Badlands By Victoria Boissonade
