Theodore Roosevelt National Park

National park · Dickinson, North Dakota

Illustration of Theodore Roosevelt National Park

Overview

Theodore Roosevelt National Park protects colorful North Dakota badlands, home to bison, wild horses and prairie dogs.

History

Theodore Roosevelt ranched here in the 1880s and said his time in North Dakota shaped him. The area became a national park in 1978.

Today

Visitors drive scenic loops and stay in nearby Medora, busiest in summer.

Compiled October 2026. History is summarized for general interest; check primary sources for research. This landmark is local context, not an employer or job listing.