Theodore Roosevelt Expressway (Highway 85) Tour

The highest point in North Dakota is 3,506 feet above sea level, this natural wonder is a popular hiking destination for outdoor enthusiasts.

Reflect on the frontier while fueling up with hearty Badlands beef and home-style fixin’s of the finest quality.  

From frontier cow town to treasured family tradition, Medora is a must-see. Tucked away in the Badlands, and Gateway to the Theodore Roosevelt National Park South Unit.

Friendly trail guides will take you on a Badlands adventure along buttes and canyons that are sure to create unforgettable memories.

The south unit of Theodore Roosevelt National Park at Medora includes a scenic drive teeming with bison and other wildlife, Roosevelt's Maltese Cross Cabin and hiking trails.

More rugged than the south unit, visitors to the north unit drive along the rims to Oxbow Overlook to see Bison, deer and the Little Missouri River.

The 60 million-year-old, 17,000-pound petrified tree stump alone is worth a stop. Also learn more about oil development.

Explore McKenzie County‘s rich history, from prehistoric to farming and ranching to modern day oil exploration.

Known for its hand-cut steaks and Wild West themed menu, it also shares the community history with photo exhibits throughout.  

Former railroad bridge over the Yellowstone River has been converted to a walking path into the tunnel. A hidden gem to explore.

Principal fur trading post on the upper Missouri River in the early 1800s. Restored to authentic look.

Frontier fort where Sitting Bull surrendered in the 1880s. Reconstructed buildings are on site.

Two great rivers converge just inside the North Dakota border, and the Museum interprets the history of the area.