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8 hours
Mobile ticket
Experience the magic of Badlands National Park like never before on this exclusive private sunset and stargazing tour, led by a former National Park Ranger. As the sun dips below the horizon, watch the otherworldly spires and jagged pinnacles ignite in brilliant shades of orange, red, and gold. For those who want to go deeper, optional short hikes take you off the roadside and into the heart of the Badlands, where your guide's expertise brings the geology, wildlife, and history to life. When darkness falls, sink into a zero gravity chair and let the universe open up above you — a vast, unpolluted sky blazing with thousands of stars, sweeping meteor trails, and the luminous arc of the Milky Way stretching from horizon to horizon. Peer through a telescope to explore distant planets, star clusters, and galaxies with the naked eye impossible to see. Fully private, completely personalized, and led by a local former park ranger — this is the Badlands experience you won't find anywhere else.
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Scenic Ghost Town
You pass rolling grasslands, homesteads, and the near-ghost town of Scenic while experiencing the region’s deep history—from ancient seas to early settlers. This prairie is also home to one of North America’s rarest mammals, the endangered black-footed ferret. Learn about Native American and frontier survival and spot a member of the prehistoric world of dinosaurs.
As you enter the Badlands, the prairie gives way to jagged spires and sweeping layers of stone. You stop at a scenic overlook to take in the dramatic views, then step out for a short walk among the formations, experiencing the scale and texture of the Badlands up close.
Please contact us if you select 'Extended pickup' which is 20 to 40 miles away from Rapid City.
Pickup included
Soda/Pop
All taxes and fees included
Bottled water
Entrance fee
Snacks
Pickup and drop-off from your lodging
Private transportation in a Jeep Wagoneer
Former National Park Ranger guide
Dinner
Gratuities
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For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
1 review
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
hauserw,Jun 24, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
Knowledgeable, friendly, safe driver. He went out of his way to help find everything we wanted to see and things we had no idea were there. His education in geology was put to use. Recommended him and thus tour
Operated by Signature Black Hills Tours