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Nov 22, 2023 · Toadstool Geologic Park Map. One trail exits the Toadstool Geologic Park campground. That’s it. The others branch off from there. Standing at the trailhead you can see buttes and hoodoos to your left. Much of the park is over there, however, no obvious trail takes you that way from here.
Toadstool Geologic Park is located in the Oglala National Grassland in far northwestern Nebraska. It is operated by the United States Forest Service. It contains a badlands landscape and a reconstructed sod house. [1]
The fascinating landforms of Toadstool Geologic Park hold the secrets of an ancient world where strange and wonderful animals walked the Earth. Imagine seeing rhinoceroses, miniature horses, giant tortoises, camels, and a wild pig so huge and ferocious that it’s called the “hell pig” in western Nebraska.
Viewing Information: Stop at the district office in Chadron to pick up a map of the grassland, get directions, and learn about any hazards or seasonal wildflower viewing opportunities. Many wildflowers await the visitor to this unique geological feature.
Directions to Toadstool Park from Crawford, Nebraska. North on Hwy 71 4.6 miles to Toadstool Road #904; West 1.9 miles, then north-west 9.7 miles on #904 to Road #902; West on #902 1.2 miles to park and campground
Oct 22, 2017 · Toadstool Geologic Park got its name from the crazy rock formations that you can find throughout the park, many of which look like giant mushrooms. People often refer to the park as the “badlands of Nebraska”, and I can certainly see why!
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This route combines the Toadstool and High Plains Trails for a big loop that explores the Toadstool Geological Park area. In order to make this route into a loop, you will have to travel along the Forest Road 918 for a few miles before heading back along the Bison Trail.
