The Amazing Badlands of Oglala National Grassland | NW Nebraska Toadstools

The Amazing Badlands of Oglala National Grassland located NW Nebraska. Visited September 11, 2021.
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[@AmericasParks]

Just learned this location is technically pronounced: oh-guh-LA-la. Thanks for watching!

[@pebcak]

As a Nebraskan, thanks for the correction. ;) And for showing off the more interesting and unknown parts of the state!

[@Bosscheesemo]

Yep you're definitely not from Nebraska if you mispronounce Ogalala

[@BillSprague]

I grew to love the High Plains when I was at the University of Wyoming. The history of the hardy folks who settled that country is pretty special. Oglala’s history is pretty wild and wooly too. Thanks for the tour and a wonderful episode!

[@AmericasParks]

The Plains are really a special and beautiful and underrated part of our great country!

[@itsjudystube7439]

I am using videos like these to learn about America. There is so much beauty.

[@AmericasParks]

Really happy to hear that!

[@nancycronin601]

Oh my goodness. I was so surprised to see you visiting my home state. Have lived here my whole life (71 years) and have never visited this area. Will definitely be doing it soon. Great destination to combine with Black Hills. Thanks so much.

[@AmericasParks]

Thanks, Nancy! Love visiting western Nebraska!

[@sarabrown-janowiak1892]

Stunning! I would have never guessed that Nebraska was so beautiful 😍

[@AmericasParks]

So true, Sara! Much of Western Nebraska is really impressive!

[@dave09gla]

Western Nebraska is very underrated. In addition to Oglala, I've hiked in Chadron State Park, Ft. Robinson SP, Nebraska National Forest, Scotts Bluff NM, Agate Fossil Beds NM, Chimney Rock, Courthouse and Jail Rocks. A lot of beautiful and peaceful places there.

[@AmericasParks]

That was well-said! Awesome hikes too!

[@lesliesmith7835]

Thank you Randy for another amazing video. The Oglala National Grassland is quite unique and not that well known. I'm so happy you introduced this area to us. ... Robin :-)

[@AmericasParks]

Thanks, Robin! Hope you had a blessed Lord's Day!

[@nnonotnow]

Oh Ga La La. The Oglala are one of the seven subtribes of the Lakota people who, along with the Dakota, make up the Očhéthi Šakówiŋ. A majority of the Oglala live on the Pine Ridge Indian Reservation in South Dakota, the eighth-largest Native American reservation in the United States.

[@jameshouse1268]

What a beautiful landscape this park entails! I love how you edited the perfect foreshadowing about the possibility of the road being treacherous during/after a rainstorm 😳. Hopefully the storm you encountered on your way out did not cause any issues. The sunset shots were amazing! Thanks so much, Randy. Take care always.

[@AmericasParks]

Really encouraged you enjoyed the filming and the edits, James! This is such a beautiful place... and that storm made it IMHO even more attractive! Enjoy your weekend!

[@lindajohnsonrandall3747]

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[@PEJUANGIMPIAN9]

Wow amazing badland views.. beaitiful nature place, thanks for sharing

[@AmericasParks]

Glad you enjoyed the video!

[@papajon62]

Really great video! The combination of the stark landscape, moody skies, and enthralling sunset makes for a very spectacular and almost spiritual experience. Such vast country. Never been to this state, but now have all the more reason to go. Thanks for bringing us along!

[@AmericasParks]

Poetic words, Aamon! Excellent!

[@katkg7129]

Great video. We were there 2 years ago. It was incredible. We camped overnight. The star gazing was amazing.

[@AmericasParks]

Happy to hear you enjoyed this one. So special!

[@chrisbaround9094]

Hey kat

[@potatothorn]

fascinating spot and beautiful video of it! good choice to not get eaten by a Cat! glad you beat the rain and wow what a sunset thanks for taking us along

[@AmericasParks]

This is a place I really believe you guys would enjoy, Thorn!

[@2009Berghof]

I relieve the trail is 1.3 miles in length. Toadstool is all part of the 'Badlands' that stretch across western North and South Dakota and into northwest Nebraska just above the 'Pine Ridge' area of NW NE. Nearby is Fort Robinson State Park to the south. To the north is the site of Warbonnet Creek Battlefield.

[@AmericasParks]

Thanks for the good information, Terry! That is such a special place in our great country.

[@ATJHTRAVELS]

Fantastic sledgehammered that like button stay safe awesome and blessed enjoyed and shared

[@AmericasParks]

Thanks, buddy! You guys got a new QB in Pitt!

[@ATJHTRAVELS]

@@AmericasParks yes indeed

[@alejandroortega3620]

Thank you. Going in April 2024

[@AmericasParks]

Glad you enjoyed the video... have a super trip!

[@jonathantitus2629]

You did it again--adding to our list!

[@AmericasParks]

Hope you live a long life, Jonathan, to see all these amazing places! lol!

[@Mikey-Likes-It_101]

Randy, Yes, Badlands is another reason to visit Nebraska. I remember that there was no real trail there. A special place to be alone. You have so much good fortune with the weather, and we do enjoy it when you show that the weather isn’t always perfect. What an amazing sunset! THANK YOU FOR TAKING US ON THIS HIKE IN THE TOADSTOOLS, . . . Mike

[@AmericasParks]

Hey Mike, hope all is well with you! Always blessed by your insights!

[@juliesmith444]

Who knew Nebraska was so beautiful?!

[@AmericasParks]

So true, Julie!

[@2009Berghof]

Toadstool Road is (was) the actual Fort Sidney to Deadwood Trail during the gold rush of the late 1870's. there are Day Use and Camping Fees at Toadstool, self pay.

[@AmericasParks]

Thanks for the insights!

[@hightidelowtide4300]

Awsome video!... your filming is VERY GOOD... We are heading here in July to check this park out...

[@AmericasParks]

Thanks and happy to hear that! Kind of stumbled on this unknown place with my daughter back in 2017. Was really impressed. Glad to make it back and spend some more time there on this trip. Enjoy!

[@NickandRachel]

That landscape is beautiful! And that sky the end of the video wow! Thanks for sharing!

[@AmericasParks]

Much appreciated!

[@nurbekproductions438]

Amazing sunset. Thank you for introducing this park, definitely worth checking out.

[@AmericasParks]

Happy to hear that! Enjoy your weekend!

[@davidpiersall1727]

The only reason I can imagine that this isn’t a state park is because of it being out in the middle of nowhere. Really is a hidden treasure. The drone footage was very cool, gives a totally different perspective of the area. Well done my friend.

[@AmericasParks]

Believe you are right, David! Enjoy the rest of your weekend!

[@vs123]

Thank you very much telling the history park

[@AmericasParks]

Appreciate the kind comment!

[@mikemiller9024]

Been there twice it is great area, NW Nebraska is wonderful and should be seen. Visit the state parks in the area also. 👍👍

[@AmericasParks]

Nice to hear, Mike! Thank you!

[@IvorsTravels]

I really enjoy the new and interesting places you take me. There are far more great places out there than I will ever get to. It is great therefore to be able to see them with you. The badlands looked wonderful to explore. How quickly the weather turned but what an amazingly colourful sunset. Thanks for sharing.

[@AmericasParks]

Great words, Ivor! Happy to hear you are enjoying the videos!

[@jymnmeier3527]

How did I miss this LOL. The terrain and the weather combined to form such a majestic masterpiece for you that day! Absolutely stunning! Lovely sunset at the end too. Much Love !

[@AmericasParks]

Hey Jymn... thanks so much! What a special gem hidden away in Nebraska!

[@carolynedwards1045]

Incredible sunset!!

[@AmericasParks]

Yes, so special after that thunderstorm!

[@adventuringoutdoorswitheric]

Yeah that looks like a neat place to visit! It was good you're allowed to fly your drone there because you got some amazing shots from the air of this place. I knew absolutely nothing about Nebraska's natural beauty until now. Thanks Randy!

[@AmericasParks]

Great gem in Nebraska! Worth a visit if you get out to the Black Hills!

[@karenbadger9311]

We went here a few years ago after seeing your video. I love seeing “hidden” places that not everyone will go out of their way to see. Thank you for sharing, I doubt I would have ever come across this unique spot!

[@AmericasParks]

Great to hear that, Karen! Yes, that trip with Kayla back in 2017 was special. Had to make a return visit!

[@ritaorgel9100]

Wow nice,yes it does look like badlands in South Dakota. The sunset was beautiful. Another neat park and so glad your doing all that walking ,lol🙏💜

[@AmericasParks]

Thanks for watching, Rita! Nice comment!

[@birdman5223]

Spectacular MrRandy🌝

[@AmericasParks]

Much appreciated, Mark!

[@lisadalry9457]

147.68 square miles. 🙂 it’s beautiful! Great job!

[@AmericasParks]

Thanks so much, Lisa!

[@DestinationEarth]

I have to start taking advantage of Golden Hour shots myself. They always look so nice. Such a big change in scenery from one direction to the next. Wow, look at that sunset! Beautiful.

[@AmericasParks]

Absolutely, my friend! Is not always great and often short, but the lighting is magical!

[@VL-gs2wr]

Very, very nice video. I actually thought the storm clouds with the badlands were quite pretty.

[@AmericasParks]

Your kind words are much appreciated! Yeah, the weather with that landscape made for some incredible views!

[@darlenestout7548]

Beautiful 💜

[@AmericasParks]

Thanks, Darlene! Enjoy your weekend!

[@TravelSmallLiveBig]

Looks super cool! And I knew nothing about this park before watching this. We only drove through the NE corner of Nebraska. Reason to go back! I just looked to see where we were when you were here - we were at Lake DeSmet in Wyoming!

[@AmericasParks]

So worth the time to visit this one. Dispersed camping right there by the trails. Only problem will be the noisy rains that frequent those tracks.

[@matthiasjurcik3871]

Amazing video

[@AmericasParks]

Much appreciated!

[@marcosvazquez5912]

I’d love to travel here one day, I live in the Omaha area (eastern) but I’d love to check it out

[@jimgreen5788]

Randy, this reminds me a lot of some scenery that appears on a brand of treadmill which was filmed in Bears Ears Nat'l. Mon. in SE UT. Great episode, as always, Randy.

[@AmericasParks]

Much appreciated, Jim! This place in Nebraska is really a beautiful gem. Enjoy your weekend!

[@horizon42q]

I gotta get there.

[@AmericasParks]

Good call!

[@hikingwithjackieboy]

Amazing

[@AmericasParks]

Thanks for watching!

[@hikingwithjackieboy]

@@AmericasParks you're welcome

[@eprohoda]

bnjournice to meet you.like it-perfect ! farewell~brother-:))

[@AmericasParks]

Greetings and thank you for the kind words!

[@markakira8988]

I never heard of this place. Very good intro overview, felt like a PBS travel documentary. The last time I drove through Nebraska I called my coworker and asked "What is one thing I need to do in Nebraska?" and she said "Eat a Runza" (sandwich).

[@AmericasParks]

haha! Yeah, this one definitely does not fit the stereotype of the classic Nebraska landscape!

[@placesonthelist]

I'll have to add that one.

[@AmericasParks]

Good call! Really a special place!

[@hankbern9847]

Hey Randy...I learned something today.....the Nebraska badlands are not listed on the Rand McNally, but are very impressive!!!!We know about and have been to the South Dakota and the Teddy Roosevelt Badlands!!!Wonder why these do not get the same mention as the other two....Leave it to you to find them!!!Well done Randy!!From Hank and Pam of South Texas!!!

[@AmericasParks]

Interesting fact, Hank! Thanks! Glad you enjoyed the video!

[@chadw9334]

Another awesome video ! I have not been there, didn't know it existed. I've been to Nebraska a couple of times. Not that it matters. But you seem to like to be informative and correct. It's 150 sq miles. Not 150k LOL I had to mess with you..

[@AmericasParks]

Oh man, how did I mess that one up! lol! Good catch!

[@alejandroortega3620]

Are there camp ground by park?

[@AmericasParks]

Yes, there is a campground right next to the trailhead for the toadstools.

[@jessicadearlyloved]

Did you even see one person!? That seemed really desolate 😮

[@AmericasParks]

There were a few folks at the small campground, but I was alone on the trails. Take care!

[@hightidelowtide4300]

LOVE THIS PLACE... I'm curious how you would rate the scenery here compared to BADLANDS NP??

[@AmericasParks]

This place is indeed special and underrated, but definitely not above the badlands imho. Have a blessed weekend!