Medicine Loop (East)

This eastern park trailhead is generally rolling trail connects with the Castle Trail near the Old Northeast Road and at the intersection of the Castle and Saddle Pass Trails.
Trail users are provided the opportunity to explore the mixed grass prairie while enjoying views of the Badlands in the distance. Watch for cactus.

Trail Elevation:
Trail Difficulty: Moderate
Trail Distance: 4 miles/6.4 km (round trip)

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East Bison Flats Trail at Wind Cave National Park

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Rocky Point Recreation Area

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Medicine Loop (West)

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BHNF Trail #40L: Deerfield Lake Loop Trail

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BHNF Trail #16: Iron Mountain

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Good Earth State Park

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Cold Brook Canyon Trail at Wind Cave National Park