Theodore Roosevelt National Park

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Theodore Roosevelt National Park protects an incredible landscape that deeply influenced Theodore Roosevelt's life, politics, and philosophy. Twitter:
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Experience the Wonders of the Universe at the Dakota Nights Astronomy Festival! Theodore Roosevelt National Park welcom...
08/07/2026

Experience the Wonders of the Universe at the Dakota Nights Astronomy Festival!

Theodore Roosevelt National Park welcomes the return of the Dakota Nights Astronomy Festival on August 14 and 15, offering two days of celestial exploration and hands-on science for all ages. This annual event invites visitors to discover the mysteries of the cosmos through interactive activities, expert-led presentations, and unforgettable stargazing sessions.

Festivities begin at 2 p.m. each day at the South Unit Visitor Center lawn. As darkness falls, volunteers will guide visitors in observing some of the night sky’s most breathtaking sights through telescopes at Peaceful Valley Ranch. Stargazing sessions run from 8:45 p.m. to 11:30 p.m. both nights. To preserve night vision, white-light flashlights are prohibited.

“The Dakota Nights Astronomy Festival presents an opportunity to experience and learn about Theodore Roosevelt National Park in a different light, after dark,” said Acting Chief of Interpretation Kenny Points.

For more information and a full schedule of events please visit: https://www.nps.gov/thro/learn/nature/dakota-nights-festival.htm

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Update: The listed areas have reopened.The North Unit Cannonball Concretion parking area, Caprock Coulee Trail, and Buck...
08/02/2026

Update: The listed areas have reopened.

The North Unit Cannonball Concretion parking area, Caprock Coulee Trail, and Buckhorn Trailhead at both sites will be administratively closed today, August 2 until sunset.

The North Unit Riverbend Overlook, parking area, and associated trailheads will be administratively closed today, July 2...
07/23/2026

The North Unit Riverbend Overlook, parking area, and associated trailheads will be administratively closed today, July 23 until sunset.

07/06/2026

Sometimes, a place can change a life. For Theodore Roosevelt, that place was the Badlands.

After losing both his wife and his mother on the same day, Roosevelt came west seeking peace and a fresh start. The rugged landscapes of North Dakota helped shape the man he would become, inspiring a lifelong commitment to conserving America's natural treasures.

On July 4, we celebrated the grand opening of the Theodore Roosevelt Presidential Library, built in the very landscape that transformed his life. The library honors a president whose leadership left a conservation legacy that continues to benefit every American to this day.

Photo by Andrew King/DOI

Theodore Roosevelt National Park is fee free July 3 through 5 in celebration of America turning 250! Come drive the Sou...
07/03/2026

Theodore Roosevelt National Park is fee free July 3 through 5 in celebration of America turning 250! Come drive the South Unit scenic loop and view bison, prairie dogs, and wild horses. Several special events are taking a place throughout the park Including the Second day of Badlands and Bridles at Peaceful Valley Ranch from 9:00am to 4:00pm. As a part of their yearlong travel, The Bureau of Land Management Wild Horse and Burro 250th Anniversary Ambassador Team, Freedom and Liberty, will be in attendance and ready to meet the public. A full list of activities and times can be found at: https://www.nps.gov/thro/planyourvisit/special-events.htm

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Theodore Roosevelt National Park has reopened the areas surrounding the Painted Canyon Overlook. This includes the Paint...
07/01/2026

Theodore Roosevelt National Park has reopened the areas surrounding the Painted Canyon Overlook. This includes the Painted Canyon Visitor Center, parking area, comfort station, Painted Canyon Trail, and Painted Canyon Nature Trail. Regular interpretive programing out of that area has resumed. Special Events - https://www.nps.gov/thro/planyourvisit/special-events.htm
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Theodore Roosevelt National Park has reopened the areas surrounding the entrance to the park’s South Unit. This includes...
07/01/2026

Theodore Roosevelt National Park has reopened the areas surrounding the entrance to the park’s South Unit. This includes the park lands starting at the intersection of Pacific Ave and East River Road, Medora and continuing on East River Road until it crosses Highway 94. The South Unit Visitor Center and Parking Lot are now open, regular interpretive programing out of that area has resumed. Special Events - https://www.nps.gov/thro/planyourvisit/special-events.htm
The Painted Canyon Overlook, will remain closed to the public until approximately 3 p.m. on Wednesday July 1, 2026, local time. The closure includes the Painted Canyon Visitor Center, parking area, comfort station, Painted Canyon Trail, and Painted Canyon Nature Trail.

Park areas surrounding the entrance to the South Unit, Theodore Roosevelt National Park, will be closed to the public fr...
07/01/2026

Park areas surrounding the entrance to the South Unit, Theodore Roosevelt National Park, will be closed to the public from 8:30 a.m. until 12:30 p.m. on Wednesday July 1, 2026. The closure will include park lands starting at the intersection of Pacific Ave and East River Road, Medora and continue on East River Road until it crosses Highway 94. The closure will include the South Unit Visitor Center and Parking Lot, and all park lands to the east and west of East River Road until the highway crossing. A map illustrating the closure is attached. Read more https://www.nps.gov/thro/learn/news/south-unit-park-entrance-closure.htm

The Painted Canyon Overlook, Theodore Roosevelt National Park, will be closed to the public from 7 p.m. on Tuesday June ...
06/30/2026

The Painted Canyon Overlook, Theodore Roosevelt National Park, will be closed to the public from 7 p.m. on Tuesday June 30, 2026, until approximately 3 p.m. on Wednesday July 1, 2026, local time. The closure will include the Painted Canyon Visitor Center, parking area, comfort station, Painted Canyon Trail, and Painted Canyon Nature Trail. For more information visit https://www.nps.gov/thro/learn/news/painted-canyon-closure.htm

Celebrate America’s 250th in the cradle of conservation! This week at Theodore Roosevelt National Park you can take a hi...
06/30/2026

Celebrate America’s 250th in the cradle of conservation!

This week at Theodore Roosevelt National Park you can take a hike along the rim of Painted Canyon, get a guided tour of the Visitor Center Museum, or view the foundation of Theodore Roosevelt’s cabin in the Elkhorn Ranch Unit of the park. A full list of activities and times can be found at: https://www.nps.gov/thro/planyourvisit/special-events.htm

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P. O. Box 7
Medora, ND
58645

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 4:30pm
Tuesday 8am - 4:30pm
Wednesday 8am - 4:30pm
Thursday 8am - 4:30pm
Friday 8am - 4:30pm
Saturday 8am - 4:30pm
Sunday 8am - 4:30pm

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