theodore roosevelt national park

We toured the park in our crew cab truck with our dog Bruno. He went crazy trying to look out all the windows at the same time as the herd surrounded our vehicle. The buffalo's had millions of flies and stunk to high heaven. We also saw wild horses running free. Plus a campground on the stream that ran thru that part of the park....

While this park is next to the wild buffalo reserve we did not see any at the park. There are some very unique geographical rock formations and beautiful views. We did however see a buffalo on a high ridge while traveling down the highway, yes it was wild and so majestic.

While planning a solo trip to visit my last 3 states in the country on a solo camping trip, I decided to pay a visit to TRNP. I stayed in the Wooly Wagons in Medora and explored the south part of the park from there. Should I pass through North Dakota in the future I would most definitely explore the north part of the park.There is an eerie beauty to the park. Wild horses, deer and prairie dogs were around almost every corner. Watching the prairie dogs pop out of their holes is a fun way to pass some time for adults and children alike.I took a couple of short hikes but due to traveling solo, I didn't want to hike too deep into the park. I enjoy wide open spaces with few people so this was a great place to visit.

another stop on my February ND visit a few years back. at the end of winter it was stark and bleak and so amazingly beautiful. the herds of deer were ubiquitous throughout the park, I had to stop on the road to let a group of 8-9 pass. stunning

I didn't know what to expect prior to visiting Theodore Roosevelt National Park because I honestly didn't know anything about it. It was a great surprise to experience how wonderful Theodore Roosevelt National Park is! I loved the beautiful landscape and really enjoyed watching and photographing the many Great American Bison, feral horses, and other wildlife we saw. I can appreciate why Theodore Roosevelt loved this landscape and can further appreciate why congress saw fit to protect it. Our National Parks are among the greatest treasures we have in the United States and Theodore Roosevelt National Park is now one of my favorites.

Take your time exploring this area- The hiking trails are very well marked and kind to the less able. A map is supplied when you check in at the station; if you intend to be in the area for more than a day get the annual pass for $5 more and use it at the North Unit also. The park is well patrolled, family oriented, handicap accessible, and clean. Every one of the staff and volunteers we met were very gracious. The hikes are of good length. Be observant- you will encounter massive petrified wood specimens, vast prairie dog towns, large herds of buffalo, and beautiful vistas of the canyon. I will always recommend a hiking stick and ample water whatever the season. Prairie rattlesnakes can be found their habitat- look, listen, and stick to the trails. Watch and your footing but occasionally stop to scan the area you are headed into sometime lone bulls will be resting in peace; give them respectable distance to observe them.

As we fought the oil field traffic all the way across northern North Dakota, we finally got to Theodore Roosevelt National Park in the badlands of the northwest portion of the state. It was a refuge from all those oil rigs, mobile homes, and freight trucks. We spent two nights camping in the North Unit of the park, and I highly recommend this over the South Unit. Beautiful campground (no hookups in the Park in either unit's campgrounds) and plenty to do. We did an all-day hike, taking our time along the Caprock Coulee Trail experiencing vistas, gulches, and varied terrain. Then a relaxing "flop" in the Little Missouri River running next to the campground just to cool off. They have very nice, informal evening programs, too. Lovely park and full of wildlife. We really enjoyed the bison and prairie dogs as well. We got rained out of our planned Petrified Forest hike in the South Unit where we only spent one night. But again, a very nice campground as well as a lovely visitor center in Medora. Theodore Roosevelt should be a must for you if you are visiting the Dakotas. It is well worth your time.

This is a fun area to visit. I have spent many days/nights hanging out in this park. It is really neat to see all the wild animals roaming though the land. You will see a wide variety of animals, including; buffalo, prairie dogs, many birds, and even wild horses. I would recommend the park to others!

Anyone visiting the park should make sure to purchase a guide book to the wild horses that make the park their home. The group "North Dakota Badlands Horse" has been documenting these beautiful horses for decades and does have the "2015 Guide to the Wild Horse of Theodore Roosevelt National Park" available at the Western Edge Bookstore in Medora. All the horses have names and are featured in color with their year of birth in the guide. Check out the facebook page North Dakota Badlands Horse" for more information!

Wow! I had no idea that North Dakota had a national park. I was very impressed with the beauty, as far as the eye can see. I took a slow drive through the South Unit, which took over 3 hours. It was a very pleasant way to spend a morning. I would definitely visit this landmark again and next time, I want to tour the North Unit.

Enjoyed an afternoon ride through the park. Most of the roads were closed, due to snow, but the opened part had plenty of scenery and wildlife. There was plenty of buffalo, elk, prairie dogs, wild horses, deer, pheasant and a coyote. I really enjoyed the visit. Entry into the park was free at this time, and the park rangers at the entrance were extremely friendly and helpful.

As we headed west, this stop was our first glimpse of the bison grazing within the park. The scenic drive has a new landscape for you to enjoy at every turn. We also saw deer, prairie dogs, horses and more along the route. The visitor center has an astounding panoramic view that you won't want to miss as well!

We visit this part annually, and we love it there! Both the North and South units are wonderful to drive through, and it a very peaceful place to explore. Plenty of wildlife to spot, great photo-ops of landscapes and animals alike. Wonderful for bird-watching, along with searching for wildflowers. Great place to go!!!

We spent a wonderful 2 days and nights camping here. The wildlife is abundant - bison, pronghorns, wild horses and prairie dogs were numerous. Terrain is rugged and beautiful. Highlights included watching a young coyote stalk prarie dogs and my eight year old discovering a nice sized rattlesnake on a trail. Favorite hike was the Petrified Forest Plateau where you hike among giant petrified tree stumps (it's a long hike but there's a shorter version that you can get directions to in the visitor center). Wind Canyon was just a short walk but very beautiful particularly in the evening. Campsites were nice but the facilities are primitive and reservations are not taken. Nice place to visit if you want get away from the crowds that you find in the more popular parks.

The drive through the park was very pretty. Plenty of wild horses. I wrote this review for one reason: the drive is quote long & there are NO RESTROOMS along the drive. Only at the main entrance & a campground about 5 miles in(which was very yucky we travel & camp a lot & it may have been the worst I have ever seen). It's a loop drive & takes a couple of hours to drive. You will enjoy the scenery just bear in mind the restroom situation & don't drink anything before you start the drive! Lol