Memorial Weekend: Sunday, May 29

Bullion Butte, led by Lillian Crook and Clay Jenkinson

Join BCA for a day hike to the spectacular Bullion Butte on Sunday, May 29. The 5-7 mile hike (depending upon our route) will climb from the Little Missouri State Scenic River 700 feet to the top of this gem in the heart of an area designated as Suitable for Wilderness by the US Forest Service. The hike will be led by BCA board members Clay Jenkinson and Lillian Crook, who have trekked to Bullion Butte many times and will share their knowledge of the landscape and natural history The hike will be at a fairly leisurely pace, with stops for photos, snacking and conversation. We’ll plan to spend time exploring the top of Bullion Butte, which is about one mile across, before we head down again. 

Meet at Chimney Park in Medora Sunday morning for 9AM. Mountain Time DEPARTURE.  To minimize our impacts on the roads and disruption to area ranchers we will carpool to Bullion Butte via the West River Road that follows the Little Missouri River to the Mother of All Buttes. We expect to be back at Chimney Park by around 5PM Mountain Time. 

Participants must bring their own food, snacks, water, camping and hiking gear, first-aid supplies, and anything else that makes you happy. Hiking shoes or boots are a must. There is potable water at Chimney Park but none after we leave.  

You are on your own for lodging. There are several hotels in Medora, Airbnbs, as well as Medora Campground and other area campgrounds. 

RVSPs to Badlands Conservation Alliance at bca@BadlandsConservationAlliance.org.