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National park · Medora, North Dakota
Theodore Roosevelt National Park — South Unit
The park area most visited, next to Medora, with the Scenic Loop Drive, bison, wild horses, prairie dogs and Roosevelt’s cabin.
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About Theodore Roosevelt National Park — South Unit
The South Unit of Theodore Roosevelt National Park begins at the Medora exit and occupies the badlands along the Little Missouri River. The Scenic Loop Drive, about 58 km long, winds past striped hills, overlooks, and prairie fields, with colonies of prairie dogs beside the road.
Herds of bison and bands of wild horses are often seen along the road, as are deer and eagles. Short trails at Wind Canyon, which overlooks a bend in the river, and Buck Hill, the highest point in the unit, show the landscape from above, and the Petrified Forest trail leads to petrified logs.
Behind the Medora visitor center is the Maltese Cross cabin, a log cabin where Roosevelt lived on his first ranch, furnished with period pieces and his personal belongings.
Before you go
Practical information
Cidade Turismo reviews its information regularly, but something may have changed. Check with the place before planning your trip.
How much time to set aside
From half a day to a full day.
Best time
Early morning and late afternoon, when animals are more active and the light brings out the colors of the hills; May through September.
How to get there
The entrance is at Medora, off I‑94; the visitor center is in town.
Tip
Entrance is paid per vehicle; check the park website. Stay at least 25 meters from bison and horses and do not feed prairie dogs.
Official website
Get your questions answered
Frequently asked questions about Theodore Roosevelt National Park — South Unit
Do you have to pay to enter Theodore Roosevelt National Park?
Yes, entry is charged per vehicle; check the park website.
What is there to see in the South Unit of Theodore Roosevelt National Park?
The Scenic Loop Drive, the bison, the wild horses, Wind Canyon, Buck Hill and the Maltese Cross cabin.
How long does the Scenic Loop Drive take?
Two to three hours by car, with stops at the viewpoints.