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Castle Trail – Window Trail loop from Cedar Pass Lodge - Gifts, Cabins, Dining

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Castle Trail – Window Trail loop from Cedar Pass Lodge - Gifts, Cabins, Dining

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Castle Trail – Window Trail loop from Cedar Pass Lodge - Gifts, Cabins, Dining

01:41

6.58km

30m

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Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

Last updated: April 20, 2026

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Badlands National Park

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2.34 km

Castle Trail

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At 5 miles one way, this is the longest trail within the park. You can hike it as an out and back to the Fossil Exhibit Trail, or loop it with the Medicine Root Trail.

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3.29 km

Window Trail

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Next to the Door and Notch Trail, you can take an easy hike on the short Window Trail leading you to a gap in the Badlands formation. It is a nice photo spot and a great view into the backcountry.

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5.86 km

Castle Trail and Medicine Root Loop Trailhead

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At this junction you can decide to go right and follow the Medicine Root or go left to further hike the Castle Trail. You can also combine the two to …

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6.58 km

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Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

6.23 km

222 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

6.28 km

175 m

< 100 m

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Castle Trail – Window Trail loop from Cedar Pass Lodge - Gifts, Cabins, Dining

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