Private - JEEP Badlands Backcountry (Sage Creek/Sheep Mtn/Scenic)
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Rapid City, USA
- 7 to 8 hours (approx.)
- Pickup offered
- Group discounts
- Mobile ticket
- Offered in: English
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Overview
Take in fantastic views of Custer Park and increase your chances of getting perfect wildlife and nature shots by taking a tour in a convertible-top safari van. Take in the views from a fire lookout, and spend time driving around in search of wildlife. You'll also stop at scenic Stockade Lake for an included picnic lunch and visit the scenic Sylvan Lake during your tour.
- Tour Custer Park in a heated convertible-top safari van
- A picnic lunch is included in the price fo the tour
- Drinks and snacks will be served
- Private tour for your party of up to 10 people
What's Included
- LunchSubs/salads/chips. Guests may bring their own food or beverage. (Twist caps and no glass please.)
- Snacks
- Bottled water
- Minimum of 2 and Maximum of 6 guests per Jeep. Larger group tours available.
- Alcoholic BeveragesWine and Beer optional
- Gratuities Not Included
Meeting and Pickup
You can head directly to your preferred meeting point, or request pickup.
Itinerary
1
Sheep Mountain Table Road
40 minutes • Admission Ticket Included
2
Scenic
10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
3
Ben Reifel Visitor Center
30 minutes • Admission Ticket Included
4
Fossil Exhibit Trail
20 minutes • Admission Ticket Included
5
Yellow Mounds Overlook
10 minutes • Admission Ticket Included
6
Pinnacles Overlook
10 minutes • Admission Ticket Included
7
Roberts Prairie Dog Town
10 minutes • Admission Ticket Included
8
Sage Creek Wilderness Area
1 hour • Admission Ticket Included
Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Most travelers can participate
- This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate
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Cancellation Policy
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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Featured review
Holly_H
We loved the jeep tour to the Badlands. It was a little cool so we couldn’t ride in the back, but that didn’t stop us from having fun. Charlie, our tour guide made sure we saw everything and even gave time for us to explore on our own. I would highly recommend this tour.
Reviews
4.9
based on 29 reviews
Holly_H, Mar 2026
We loved the jeep tour to the Badlands. It was a little cool so we couldn’t ride in the back, but that didn’t stop us from having fun. Charlie, our tour guide made sure we saw everything and even gave time for us to explore on our own. I would highly recommend this tour.
Response from Host, Apr 2026
Howdy Holly - Sorry the weather didn't cooperate on your tour day. Our Gladiator Jeeps work well for any weather, they offer four door front seats with AC/heat with convertible tops and also have rear seating for nice weather and a more open adventure. I'm glad you enjoyed your day with Charlie. Thank you for your kind review. Be Well - Rich
Deb_B, Aug 2022
Snafus-we expected an open air jeep but were picked up by a van, disappointing. I thought I booked a "public" tour, but then noticed that I was charged for the private tour. Seemed there was confusion by the local company regarding drivers.
Response from Host, Aug 2022
Hi Deb -
I'm sorry for the confusion but happy you enjoyed our tour with Mike. There was "confusion by the local company" . . . you're right. As you saw in the reservation confirmation order I texted you . . . your information was different from what Open-Top received. Yours said "Public Jeep" and ours said "Private Van". The good news is it worked out and you enjoyed your tour.
And yes, we had to switch drivers at the last minute as two of our guides reported in ill and felt it would be safer not to guide that day.
FYI - For our future guests. Some third-party reservations have been problematic this season. Please contact Open-Top within 72 hours of tour departure to confirm and coordinate with us. Thanks - Rich
Roger_D, Jul 2022
My wife and I had an awesome day! The weather had been threatening right up to departure, but then it cleared-out and ended up being a beautiful day. And wow did we see the bison! Hundreds and hundreds all around us. Then we were off to other sites on the list. Everything was well planned by the tour and our guide was great. She knew a lot about every stop and we had great conversation. It was relaxing and rewarding. I would highly recommend this tour to everyone. If you have any questions, call the tour company before making the reservation and they will fill in all the blanks with good detail.
Response from Host, Jul 2022
Howdy Roger -
Thank you for your very kind review. I'm happy you enjoyed your day with Arika. She is new with us this year but has done a wonderful job providing our Jeep Bison Safari Tours. During the off season Arika is an English teacher and drama coach. I'll make sure to let her now you had a good time.
Be Well - Rich
Amanda_H, Jul 2022
Mike was fantastic!! Very knowledgeable and friendly. You can tell he loves what he does. We saw a herd of bison and loved driving Kneedles Highway. This far exceed our expectations
Response from Host, Jul 2022
Hi Amanda -
Thank you for taking time for your review. I'm very happy you enjoyed your Jeep Bison Safari with Mike. You're correct . . . he does love the Black Hills and enjoys showing them off. Thanks again.
Be Well - Rich
Patricia_S, Jun 2022
Jeff was the best tour guide , he is so friendly knowledgeable and accommodating of all of his guests !
Had a great experience and would definitely recommend to others !
Response from Host, Jun 2022
Hi Patricia -
Thank you for taking time to review your tour. Jeff is our lead guide and we are very thankful he joined our team.
I'm very happy you enjoyed your tour with him. I hope you will have a chance to return and see more of the Hills (lots more to see :o)
Be Well - Rich
Susan_C, Jun 2022
Excellent way to see all the natural features and animals in the park. We saw so many bison with their babies, proghorns, donkeys and prairie dogs. Our tour guide was fantastic- knowledgeable, great humor and so helpful in making this tour memorable! The vistas he took us to were breathtaking. We would recommend the Open Jerp Bison Safari to everyone visiting the South Dakota Black Hills!
Response from Host, Jun 2022
Howdy Susan -
I'm very happy you enjoyed your tour of Custer Park. Its been a great year for wildlife viewing during the calving season. The views from the Needles and Mt Coolidge have been exceptional with the cool weather.
Thank you for providing your kind review. Hope to see you in the future.
Be Well - Rich
Shawn_S, Jun 2022
Great tour! Our guide was excellent! Showed us areas, we wouldn't have seen. Provided a great lunch 😋!
Response from Host, Jun 2022
Howdy Shawn - I'm very glad you enjoyed your tour. I hope you can return to see more. Be Well - Rich
leslie_k, May 2022
Awesome tour! Lots of sights to see on this tour! Jeff was awesome and very organized! He gave us an amazing experience
Response from Host, May 2022
Howdy Leslie -
Thank you for taking time for your review. I'm very happy you enjoyed your tour with Jeff. Our Jeep Bison Safaris have been popular this spring and offer seeing the little red newborn bison playing. Thanks again for your review. Be Well - Rich
Linda_E, May 2022
Needles eye and white sheep , lots of bison, lots of great history and well educated and friendly driver, Mike
Response from Host, May 2022
Hi Linda - Thanks for your review. I'm very happy you enjoyed your Bison Safari with Mike. The Wildlife Loop at Custer Park has been great for photos this spring.
Be Well - Rich
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