The Cannonball Concretions seem like they are leftovers from a true historic fight. Turns out they are just as much a part of the incredible Badlands landscape as the canyons themselves. Through erosion of the nearby butte, the cannonball concretions are exposed and it is expected more of them will be exposed as erosion continues.

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Best Hikes to Cannonball Concretions

1. Achenbach Loop Trail — Theodore Roosevelt National Park

30.1km

08:26

580m

Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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2. Buckhorn Trail Loop — Theodore Roosevelt National Park

17.9km

04:48

220m

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Moderate

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Elevation 610 m

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Location: Mckenzie County, North Dakota, United States

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Cannonball Concretions

1. Achenbach Loop Trail — Theodore Roosevelt National Park

2. Buckhorn Trail Loop — Theodore Roosevelt National Park

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