Hoodoos and Hoodoo Trail

The Hoodoos and Hoodoo Trail make for a unique landscape and the chance to explore some otherworldly vistas. Hoodoos are sandstone columns that support a capstone. The whole structure is generally between 5 and 7 m (16 to 23 ft) tall. The capstone protects the hoodoo from erosion, but they are delicate structures that take millions of years to form. This means it’s important not to climb on them or damage them in any way. Hoodoos can be found throughout the Badlands, but the Willow Creek Hoodoos site, just 16 km (10 mi) east of Drumheller on Highway 10, offers some of the most picturesque. It's ideal for families and those wanting to see these Badland icons with minimal effort. It's also a great stop on the way to the Atlas Coal Mine National Historic Site in East Coulee.