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Saddle Pass Trail, Badlands National Park

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Hiking Trail · Hidden Gem · Nature / Park
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  • By Grover R
    Most hikes in Badlands a fairly flat either in the plateaus of the badlands or in the grasslands. This is a great hike, short but vertical. For me the short length did not make the vertical... 
    Most hikes in Badlands a fairly flat either in the plateaus of the badlands or in the grasslands. This is a great hike, short but vertical. For me the short length did not make the vertical...  more »
  • By sakflva
    Great short hike. It had just rained so was a bit muddy. The first bit was definitely steep but it then evened out. I expected a longer incline and more rock scrambling. My kids had a blast. Bring... 
    Great short hike. It had just rained so was a bit muddy. The first bit was definitely steep but it then evened out. I expected a longer incline and more rock scrambling. My kids had a blast. Bring...  more »
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