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Theodore Roosevelt National Park

Drive and hike through North Dakota badlands where bison and prairie dogs roam and Theodore Roosevelt once ranched.

South Unit entrance in Medora, off I-94 · Medora, ND

About Theodore Roosevelt National Park

This park protects three areas of badlands in western North Dakota, the country where Theodore Roosevelt ranched in the 1880s. The South Unit's 48-mile scenic drive begins and ends in Medora, and the North Unit has a 28-mile scenic drive. Along both you pass overlooks and trailheads, and bison and other wildlife are often spotted. Roosevelt's Maltese Cross Cabin sits at the South Unit Visitor Center, and rangers lead tours of it.

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What's around here?

The closest stops to Theodore Roosevelt National Park, ordered by straight-line distance. A few more like it, plus some different kinds of fun so you can build a full day.

Museums
North Dakota Cowboy Hall of Fame
Under $25
A heritage center in Medora that covers the history of the northern plains, including Native American, homesteading, ranching, and rodeo stories.
5.1 mi awaySwitch it up: Museums
Theater & Events
Family Favorite
Medora Musical
$50+
Summer western music show with live horses and fireworks in a Badlands amphitheatre. The next season opens in June 2027.
5.8 mi awaySwitch it up: Theater & Events
Museums
History Buff
Theodore Roosevelt Presidential Library
$25–$50
The presidential library for Theodore Roosevelt, on a butte above Medora near the South Unit of Theodore Roosevelt National Park.
5.8 mi awaySwitch it up: Museums
Sports & Outdoors
Rough Rider State Park
Check prices
A badlands state park near Medora, known for horse facilities, campsites, and trail access.
6.6 mi awayMore like this
Sightseeing
Quirky Fun
Enchanted Highway
No admission fee
Drive 32 miles of prairie road past seven giant scrap metal sculptures, from Geese in Flight at I-94 to the town of Regent.
42 mi awaySwitch it up: Sightseeing
Sports & Outdoors
Little Missouri State Park
Check prices
A western North Dakota state park with badlands scenery, long trail systems, and camping plus horse facilities.
53 mi awayMore like this