• Sheep Mountain Table Road - Sheep Mountain Table is a hidden gem, not frequented by many visitors compared to other areas in the National Park. It is situated near the renowned Stronghold Table (Ghost Dance). Nestled in a unique and secluded spot between the North and South Units, it boasts rich Lakota and Homesteading history and offers stunning views of the Badlands and distant Black Hills.

The road is safe when dry, but Sheep Mountain Table may be inaccessible if the road is wet.

“Sheep Mountain Table Road is a dirt road that should not be driven during or after storms. Four-wheel drive vehicles are recommended, even in dry conditions.” - National Park Service

• Scenic - Once a bustling railroad stop with hotels, banks, and bars, it is now an empty ghost town.
• Ben Reifel Visitor Center - The main facility in the North Unit of the park, where you can interact with rangers, explore museum exhibits, visit the Fossil Preparation Lab, and browse the Badlands Natural History Association bookstore.
• Fossil Exhibit Trail - A fully accessible boardwalk featuring fossil replicas and exhibits of extinct creatures that once lived in the area. The trail is just 0.25 miles long and takes you through 75 million years of history and the animals that once inhabited this land.
• Yellow Mounds Overlook - These uniquely colored mounds are the result of an ancient sea draining away and chemicals from decaying plants turning the soil yellow, making for a great photo opportunity.
• Pinnacles Overlook - The highest overlook on the Badlands Loop Road, offering some of the most panoramic views. It showcases the vast Sage Creek Wilderness area. On clear days, the Black Hills are visible on the horizon, and you might spot bison in the distance. This overlook is also a popular gathering spot for Bighorn sheep and a lambing area for them in late April to early May, so you might see lambs navigating the rocky slopes of the Badlands.
• Roberts Prairie Dog Town - First, we stop at the Sage Creek Overlook, which many consider the best view in the Park.

Next, we visit the largest prairie-dog town in the accessible areas of Badlands National Park. Besides the mounds of dirt where the prairie dogs live, you’ll likely notice their high-pitched squeaks and noises. Prairie dogs provide habitat for around 200 animal and plant species, so keep an eye out for other wildlife at this pulloff.

• Sage Creek Wilderness Area - A less traveled area of Badlands National Park with unique scenery and wildlife such as bighorn sheep, bison, black-footed ferrets, and prairie dogs. This area is one of the oldest in the Park, where most of the badlands formations have eroded away, revealing underlying Cretaceous sediments that are more suitable for grassland soil development. Due to the presence of Sage Creek, you will find abundant wildlife, including bison, sheep, antelope, deer, and more. The roads are less developed but manageable for our Jeep Gladiators.

• Exclusive Jeep tour with 2-6 guests per vehicle for personalized experience.
• Complimentary bottled water to stay hydrated.
• Tasty snacks provided.
• Delicious lunch included.

• Gratuities Not Included

Open-Top-Tours is the exclusive provider of an authentic Jeep tour through the renowned interior of the Badlands.

Our Jeep Gladiators and Wrangler adventures promise an unforgettable journey on less-traveled roads, featuring encounters with bison, deer, prairie dogs, and more. Gain insider knowledge and historical insights from the area’s most knowledgeable and experienced local guides, who know where to find fossils. Learn about the formation of the Badlands, the Native American tribes of the region, and the early 20th-century homesteaders of the plains.

We offer private tours for couples or groups. All tours are inclusive of National Park fees, bottled water, snacks, and a picnic lunch.

Tours require a minimum of two and a maximum of six guests, but larger groups can be accommodated.

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.