Badlands? Not so bad! The Beautiful Badlands of western North Dakota are unknown to most, and missed by many travelers who don’t venture quite far enough north to discover the region. Who would ever go there, and why? What is there to do in the badlands? Invigorating Yet Peaceful Yes, there are beautiful vistas of immense magnitude. Yes, there really are trees, and with stunning fall color at that. And yes, there is something to do; the hiking and biking opportunities on the Maah Daah Hey Trail and in Theodore Roosevelt National Park are second to none! Experience the Badlands Brian Kittelson recently traveled to Billings and McKenzie Counties. He proved there is reason to spend time in western North Dakota, especially in the fall! Join Brian as he discovers the invigorating beauty as well as the peaceful solitude of the Beautiful Badlands of North Dakota. A very special “Thank You!” to Brian for sharing his badlands adventure through his writing and photography! ND Badlands and Biking the Maah Daah Hey Trail Text and photos by Brian Kittelson September 18–22, 2020 I had wanted to mountain bike on the Maah Day Hey Trail in the […]