South Unit Short Walks

Skyline Vista; South Unit, TRNP.

NPS Photo/C. Law

Skyline Vista

0.2 mile (0.3 km); out and back – paved, nearly flat

Feel the ever present prairie breeze as you follow the path to the edge of a plateau. From the viewpoint at the end of the trail, notice the stark contrast between flat plains and rugged badlands.

 

Boicourt Trail; South Unit, TRNP.

NPS Photo/J. Hayes

Boicourt Overlook

0.3 mile (0.5 km); out and back – gentle terrain

From a vantage point high atop the prairie, look for wildlife in the valley below. You may spot herds of bison or bands of horses. In the early morning and evening, elk travel between feeding and bedding locations.

 

Buck Hill, South Unit, TRNP.

NPS Photo/L. Thomas

Buck Hill

0.1 mile (0.15 km); up and back – steep grade, stairs

You’ll be on top of the world when you climb to the highest accessible point in the park. This is a short, but steep trail. The view from the top is worth every step.

 

Old East Entrance; South Unit, TRNP.

NPS Photo/J. Zylland

Old East Entrance

0.8 mile (1.3 km); out and back – gentle dirt path

Follow the path of the original park road to the historic Old East EntranceStation. The trail passes through a prairie dog town. This area is very muddy when wet.