National Park

Theodore Roosevelt National Park

ND · US

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Places

Places in Theodore Roosevelt

Viewpoints, landmarks, trailheads, and useful stops.More places

Place

River Bend Overlook

Classic Little Missouri bend framed by a 1930s stone shelter

Parking · Pullout

Place

Buck Hill

Short, steep climb to the park’s best 360-degree badlands view

Trailhead · Pullout

Place

Badlands Overlook

Panoramic badlands view with frequent bison and superb sunsets

Parking · Scenic Viewpoint

Place

Boicourt Overlook

Sweeping badlands views with a quick stroll and sunset payoff

Trailhead · Pullout

Trails

Trails in Theodore Roosevelt

Compare distance, typical time, difficulty, and trail details.More trails

Easy

Riverbend Overlook Trail

Quick stroll to the CCC stone shelter with the park’s grandest view

0.27 mi · 24 min · Easy

Moderate

Upper Caprock Coulee Trail

Badlands ridge walk with nonstop Little Missouri River views

2 mi · 1 hr · Moderate

Moderate

Caprock Coulee Loop

Coulees, caprock hoodoos, and big Little Missouri views.

4.3 mi · 2.5 hr · Moderate

Moderate

Ekblom Trail

South Unit sampler: river ford, prairie dogs, and big views

5.2 mi · 2.5 hr · Moderate

Wildlife

Wildlife in Theodore Roosevelt

Always follow park rules and local laws. Never approach wildlife, stay in your vehicle when required, and stay completely out of roadways.More wildlife

Bison in Theodore Roosevelt National Park

Sighting map

Where to look

Bison

Bison bisonReports peak in the early evening, around 6 PMOpen wildlife map

Wild Horse in Theodore Roosevelt National Park

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Wild Horse

Equus caballusReports peak in the evening, around 7 PMOpen wildlife map

Wapiti in Theodore Roosevelt National Park

Sighting map

Where to look

Wapiti

Cervus canadensisReports peak in the early morning, around 7 AMOpen wildlife map

Bighorn Sheep in Theodore Roosevelt National Park

Sighting map

Where to look

Bighorn Sheep

Ovis canadensisReports peak in the early morning, around 7 AMOpen wildlife map

Before you go

Current park alerts

Road work, closures, safety notices, and updates from official park sources.More alerts

Information

South Unit Address for Mobile Maps – Theodore Roosevelt NP

On all maps used on mobile devices, use the following address to reach the South Unit Visitor Center and Entrance Station 201 East River Road N. Medora, ND 58645

Information

Petrified Forest Trailhead Access Update: Use Approved Route

Directions to the Petrified Forest trailhead have changed. Please use the approved legal route from I-94, Exit 10 toward Camels Hump Lake and follow the clearly marked posts. This update helps maintain good cooperation with neighbors and respect park boundaries. For precise directions, use the link provided.Official details

Caution

South Unit Road from the Old East Entrance station mile near marker 22 to mile marker 28

Due to major road repair work, the former scenic loop between the Old East Entrance Station (near mile marker 22) and mile marker 28 is closed to all traffic, including pedestrian, and bicycle access.

Theodore Roosevelt National Park

River Bend Overlook

Buck Hill

Badlands Overlook

Boicourt Overlook

Riverbend Overlook Trail

Upper Caprock Coulee Trail

Caprock Coulee Loop

Ekblom Trail

Bison

Wild Horse

Wapiti

Bighorn Sheep

South Unit Address for Mobile Maps – Theodore Roosevelt NP

Petrified Forest Trailhead Access Update: Use Approved Route

South Unit Road from the Old East Entrance station mile near marker 22 to mile marker 28

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