Day 241 of a Year Long Road Trip Along America’s Scenic Byways
The Badlands National Park
I don’t think I can describe the badlands any differently than I did yesterday. Rock formations of clay and ash protrude from the prairie land and encompass rich fossil beds from the time that has become to be known as the golden age of mammals. I spent the morning walking a handful of trails under intense sun. The boardwalk
on The Door Trail and The Window Trail led directly into the rising sun. I suspect the light would have been better had I walked them at sunset last night…oh well, the bands of colors were still noticeable.
In addition to taking the boardwalk trails, I also took The Notch Trail which passed over the rough terrain. The loose rock crunched under my feet as I followed the path to a log ladder that rose to a ledge which weaved its way around the spires. The hike provided close up views of fossilized remains and ended overlooking the White River Valley.
ON THE ROAD AGAIN!