Pinnacles Overlook
A high overlook near the Wall-side entrance, where layers of spires stretch to the horizon; the top choice for watching the sunset over the badlands.
Pinnacles Overlook is on the northwest section of the Badlands Loop. It sits at higher elevation, looking down on a dense group of serrated spires and deep gullies, with the richest depth of view. Since it is only about 15 km from Wall, it is often the first stop after entering the park or the sunset viewpoint before leaving. In the evening, the setting sun turns the rock walls golden-red. Bighorn sheep are often seen near the cliff edges. After sunset, darkness falls quickly, so on the way down watch for wildlife crossing the road.
Opening hours
All day
Nearby sights
- Yellow Mounds Overlook
- Roberts Prairie Dog Town
- Minuteman Missile National Historic Site
- Sage Creek Rim Road
- Wounded Knee Museum
- Wall Drug
- Badlands Loop Road (SD 240)
- White River Valley Overlook