The View From This South Dakota Restaurant Is One Of The Most Beautiful You’ve Ever Seen

Cedar Pass Lodge offers delicious food and stunning views of Badlands National Park.

While you certainly have plenty of dining options in South Dakota, dinner with a view is truly something special. Take a look at this restaurant with a spectacular view of Badlands National Park.

Cedar Pass Lodge is located at Badlands National Park. You'll find it at Cedar Pass Lodge

20681 SD-240, Interior.

This place isn't fancy, but it's clean and comfortable, with friendly service. You're here for the food and the views, anyway.

The Fry Bread Breakfast is to die for. The restaurant makes its fry bread fresh when you order it, and it's pillowy and delicious.

The Sioux Indian Taco is the specialty here. You can get it vegetarian, or with buffalo.

The Sage Creek Salad with grilled steak is a great option if you want something light with a little protein.

Save some room for pie or kuchen.

Check out that view from the windows! There's not a bad seat in the house here.

You can never get enough of the Badlands' buttes, pinnacles and spires.

Time your dinner to coincide with the sunset for a special treat.

You don't have to leave after dinner! Stay overnight at the lodge...

...or camp under the stars at the campground.

The campground is open April-October every year. Make your lodging reservations now by visiting the lodge’s website.

Have you dined at Cedar Pass Restaurant? While you're exploring Badlands National Park, take this amazing hike.

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