The Cheltenham Badlands are a significant educational site due to the readily visible geologic processes. Red color and the unique topography of the exposed shale makes this a popular tourist site. It is considered as one of the best examples of  the "badlands topography" in Ontario.

There is no more direct access to area to protect from erosion. The Badlands are only available for viewing along the accessible boardwalk along a dunes, so visitors can enjoy view while staying off them..  There is an parking space adjacent to the boardwalk and a sidewalk that leads directly to the 33 car parking lot on Olde Base Line Road.