About
Length (round trip)0.6 mi
ShapeOut-and-Back
DifficultyEasy
Elevation gain60 ft up
Typical time23 min
TrailheadBoicourt Overlook, South Unit scenic loop
SurfacePaved to the first overlook, then a narrow ridge
Best seasonTrail conditions may be dangerous or slippery due to inclement weather. Speak to a ranger for more details.
DogsLeashed / limited stretches
AccessibilityThe Boicourt Trail is approximately 0.2 miles long and 3 feet wide. It is fully paved. An unpaved social trail continues for approximately another 0.2 miles to an overlook. Proper footwear is recommended. Service animals are allowed, but must be on a leash no longer than 6 feet.
What you'll see 🌄 Big views

When on the South Unit scenic drive, Boicourt Trail is the perfect place to stop and work off some of that stuck-in-the-car energy! This 0.2-mile paved, accessible trail offers an easy hike for young and old, as well as some incredible views. If you're feeling a little more adventurous, keep going after the pavement ends to reach another overlook, perfect for watching sunsets over the badlands. It is illegal to remove any resource from a national park. Leave any flower, stone, or other object where you find it so that other visitors can enjoy it as well. It is illegal to carve, paint, or otherwise alter anything in a national park.

Tips
The first section is accessible; the spur beyond it runs along a genuinely narrow ridge with drops on both sides. Superb at sunset.
Location

Boicourt Overlook, South Unit scenic loop

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