Theodore Roosevelt National Park honors the legacy of the 26th president and his conservation efforts, preserving the rugged badlands and prairie ecosystem of western North Dakota. The park features dramatic landscapes of eroded buttes, grassy plains, and winding rivers, offering a glimpse into the environment that shaped Roosevelt’s conservation philosophy. Visitors can explore three distinct units—the South Unit near Medora, the North Unit near Watford City, and the Elkhorn Ranch Unit—each offering scenic drives, hiking trails, and abundant wildlife viewing opportunities. The park is known for its bison herds, wild horses, prairie dogs, and diverse bird species.