As our 26th President, Theodore Roosevelt left behind many legacies, one of which was his role in the creation of five national parks, 18 national monuments and 150 National Forests. One of the most famous parks is his namesake national park which is about 110 square miles. Established in 1947 in honor of President Roosevelt, the park is full of the wildlife Roosevelt often hunted in the 1880s. Watch protected wildlife species such as bison, feral horses, elk, mule deer, white-tail deer, pronghorns, bighorn sheep, prairie dogs and nearly 200 species of birds in their natural ecosystems.
Feel free to go backcountry camping as you watch the wildlife; just make sure to get your backcountry permit from the South Unit Visitor Center in Medora. If you are unsure of what to do, the South Unit Visitor Center or the Painted Canyon Visitor Center are great places to start and plan your trip. Get help planning for anything from canoeing or kayaking in the Little Missouri River that runs through the park or riding your bicycle or horse throughout.
For scenic views of the whole park, take the 36-mile scenic loop drive with pullouts that have signs explaining each vista and its significance. There are many opportunities to enjoy wilderness at its best at Theodore Roosevelt National Park. Hotels in the area are a convenient way to go to and from the park or prepare for your trek through the wilderness. When you stay with Choice Hotels near Theodore Roosevelt National Park, you can enjoy the convenience to relax and rest for another day of wildlife fun. Book online now!