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Battle of the Badlands Interpretive Site

A 1,220-acre site featuring interesting archeological, paleontological, wildlife, and geologic resources. It is the site of the Battle of the Badlands , fought between the United States cavalry led by General Alfred Sully, and a coalition of the Lakota and Dakota Sioux native American tribes. The battle was fought on August 7-9, 1864. In addition to a Battle of the Badlands interpretive site, the site also contains portions of the 1864 and 1876 military trails, and the 1876 Snow Camp of the…

  • Managed by: USDA Forest Service
  • Coordinates: 46.8718, -103.678277

Nearby & related campgrounds

  • Custer Snow Camp
  • Buffalo Gap Campground (ND)
  • Little Missouri National Grassland
  • South Unit Visitor Center
  • Cottonwood Campground (ND)
  • Cottonwood Group Site (ND)

Frequently asked questions

Is Battle of the Badlands Interpretive Site reservable?

Battle of the Badlands Interpretive Site is primarily first-come, first-served. Use the availability view to gauge how busy it is before you go.

Where is Battle of the Badlands Interpretive Site?

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