Sperati Point
The spot at which the Little Missouri River changed its course after the last ice age.
Plan Around Sperati Point
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Sperati Point Details
To get to Sperati Point from the Oxbow Overlook, start out on the Achenbach Trail and then go straight when you reach a fork after about 1/10 of a mile. The hike is relatively easy going from here, without much change in elevation. It leads you through open, grassy terrain until you reach Sperati Point, which offers a closer view of the Little Missouri River. It is believed that at one time the Little Missouri River traveled north, hooking up to a network of rivers that drained into the Hudson Bay in northeastern Canada. The river was blocked during the last ice age and rerouted itself east, creating the oxbow seen from Sperati Point.
Difficulty
Low
Distance
0.75 miles
Estimated time
1 hour
Region
N/A
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Nearby Points of Interest Around Sperati Point
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0.1 mi away
Oxbow Overlook
This marks end of the North Unit Scenic Drive and provides access to the Achenback Trail and Sperati Point.
2.9 mi away
Man and Grass Pullout
Vast, grassy plains once fed cattle driven up the Long X Trail.
3.1 mi away
River Bend Overlook
Breathtaking views of the Little Missouri River and North Unit section of the park.
3.3 mi away
Bentonitic Clay Overlook
Layers of bentonite clay as thick as 25 feet can be seen from this viewpoint.
4.1 mi away
Upper Caprock Coulee Trail
A favorite trail dubbed a 'four-in-one' attraction thanks to its diverse landscapes and geology.
