The Notch Trail leads to a small opening atop the Badland Wall, providing sensational views of its southern fringe and the distant lower prairie.

View from the Notch Trail trailhead.

The Notch Trail provides particularly stunning views.

Climbing this somewhat steep ladder is required to complete the Notch Trail and reach the lookout.

From the Notch Trail lookout point, aerial shot of some knife-edge formation.

The sun provides added depth and dimension to these photogenic formations.

Terrific formations greet you near the trailhead.