Theodore Roosevelt
Park №55Great PlainsEst. 1978

Theodore Roosevelt

North Dakota·70,447 acres·Late spring–fall

Badlands and grasslands where a young Roosevelt found his conservation calling.

Best season
Late spring–fall
Trip length
1–2 days
Acres
70,447
Region
Great Plains
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Highlights

  • Scenic Loop Drive
  • Painted Canyon
    Multicolored badlands viewable right off I-94.
  • Maltese Cross Cabin
    TR's actual 1883 ranch cabin reassembled near the visitor center.

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