Welcome to Roosevelt National Park!

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The Park

Only one United States National Park is named after someone. Theodore Roosevelt National Park fits that description. The park was established on April 25, 1947. It contains 70,446 acres. The three separate units are located in western North Dakota.

When Theodore Roosevelt was almost 25 years old, he visited the badlands of North Dakota to hunt bison. He loved the land and visited it throughout the years. In 1901, he became president. Conservation became one of Roosevelt's major concerns as he noticed damage being done to the wildlife and the land he loved. He obtained approval from Congress to establish 5 national parks, 51 wildlife refuges, and set aside land for national forests. Therefore, this national park bears his name in his memory.

The North Dakota badlands were created as a result of erosion. Waters deposited materials from the Rocky Mountains. At one time, the area lowlands were covered by jungle. This vegetation decomposed and turned to coal. Later, volcanoes spewed ash that drifted upon the area. Finally, streams cut through the soft land area and the badlands were created.

Activities at Roosevelt include picnicking, camping, hiking, horseback riding, boating, fishing, and snowmobiling. Some cool places to explore here include Petrified Forest, Ridgeline Nature Trail , Peaceful Valley Ranch, and Buckhorn Trail.

BE CAREFUL! Wildlife in the park are dangerous. Keep your distance. Firewood is not available in the park and gathering it is prohibited. Be sure to bring your own charcoal, firewood, or light-weight stove.

Information

An entrance fee of $3 is required to enter the park. There is also a $6 camping fee. A North Dakota fishing license is required for fishermen.

Accessibility:
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The South unit is accessibile by way of Interstate 94 near Medora. The Elkhorn Ranch site can be reached by gravel road;fording the Little Missouri River is necessary. The North unit is intersected by U.S. 85. Special Facilities:

Restrooms and all 3 visitor centers are handicap accessible. Evening campfire programs, naturalist talks, naturalist guided walks, picnic areas, and wayside exhibits are also handicap accessible.

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