Medicine Loop (West)

This western 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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Llewellyn Johns Recreation Area

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Rocky Point Recreation Area

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Indian Creek Recreation Area

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Cow Creek Recreation Area

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Pringle Trailhead

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Fossil Exhibit Trail

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White Elephant Trailhead

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Union Grove State Park

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Iron Creek Trailhead

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Alkali Creek Trailhead Horse Camp

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