Which unit is better in Theodore Roosevelt National Park?
The North Unit is our favorite part of the park. The views of the badlands and the Little Missouri River are spectacular, the Caprock Coulee Trail is tons of fun to hike, and this unit tends to be a bit less crowded than the South Unit.
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If you want to explore both the North and South Units, you will need at least two days in Theodore Roosevelt National Park (one day for each unit).
No, there are no grizzly bears in Theodore Roosevelt National Park. The park is home to various wildlife species, but grizzly bears are not among them. The bears that once inhabited the area were extirpated in the early 20th century.
The park is open year-round, but for wildlife viewing, hiking, and camping, we think the best time to visit Theodore Roosevelt National Park is from late May through June.
The park is an excellent place to watch meteor showers. Occasionally, the Northern Lights or aurora borealis, may be visible, adding startling color and movement to the night sky. Theodore Roosevelt National Park is a great place to view the night sky, but, like other areas, there are threats to its relative darkness.
Enjoy the Views along Scenic DriveThis road twists and turns through the badlands, going past overlooks and next to prairie dog towns. Along Scenic Drive, there is a very good chance that you will see bison. Also keep a look out for mule deer, prairie dogs, pronghorns, coyotes, and golden eagles.
No lodging is available inside Theodore Roosevelt National Park. Lodging is available adjacent to the South Unit in Medora, ND, and in the nearby communities of Beach (25 miles), Belfield (15 miles), and Dickinson, ND (35 miles).
The prairie rattlesnake (Crotalus viridis) is the only venomous reptile in Theodore Roosevelt National Park, and they are not as common as they were in Theodore Roosevelt's time. They have more reason to fear us than we do them. The rattlesnake will ignore or avoid humans unless surprised or provoked.