Theodore Roosevelt Backcountry ND — Theodore Roosevelt NP, Medora ND dispersed campsite
US Forest ServiceFree

Theodore Roosevelt Backcountry ND

Theodore Roosevelt NP, Medora ND, North Dakota2,293 ft🗓 May-Oct

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NPS primitive camping in Theodore Roosevelt NP badlands. Wild horses, bison, prairie dogs.

Peak season temperatures

79°F
Avg high
58°F
Avg low

Verified historical climate data for this campsite location.

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Wildlife in the area

Research-grade verified observations from iNaturalist near this campsite.

KilldeerAmerican RobinAmerican BisonBlack-billed MagpieLazuli BuntingBlack-tailed Prairie DogYellow-breasted ChatLark Sparrow

Activities

Wildlife watchingHikingPhotography

Amenities

Dispersed camping

Site types

Tent

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Quick facts

Land manager
US Forest Service
Fee
Free — no reservation
Season
May-Oct
Stay limit
14 days
Elevation
2,293 ft
Peak temps
58°79°F
Rating
4.7
Coordinates
46.9034, -103.5534
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