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Eastern section of the Prairie Vista Nature Trail

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Eastern section of the Prairie Vista Nature Trail

Eastern section of the Prairie Vista Nature Trail

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Please check local regulations for: Wind Cave National Park

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    1. Wind Cave Natural Entrance and Prairie Vista loop — Wind Cave National Park

    2.20km

    00:35

    20m

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

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    May 20, 2023

    The Prairie Vista Nature Trail is an easy 1 mile loop that begins just past Wind Cave's Natural Entrance and Visitor Center. You can also access this trail from a nice picnic area about 0.15 of a mile further up the road. This is one of the few trails where pets are allowed, but they must be leashed. The Nature Trail has several interpretive signage with information about the park, the ecology, and history of the area. This section of trail is the far side of the leisurely loop that affords sweeping views of the vast prairie and plenty of opportunities to see wildlife.

      July 23, 2025

      An easy walk

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        Distance 533 m

        Uphill 20 m

        Downhill 10 m

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        Max wind speed: 9.0 km/h

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