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Cottonwood Campground is a fantastic spot, with shaded sites beneath mature cottonwoods and sweeping views of the surrounding badlands near the South Unit entrance of Theodore Roosevelt National Park. It offers 76 sites—some reservable, others first-come, first-served—with flush toilets, potable water (seasonal), and a group site. During peak season (May 1–Sept 30), the nightly rate is $20; in the off-season (Oct 1–Apr 30), first-come, first-served sites are available for $10, making it a scenic and affordable overnight for Maah Daah Hey Trail hikers looking to regroup or explore nearby park highlights. **You can reserve a spot here: https://www.nps.gov/thro/planyourvisit/cottonwood-campground.htm, which also lists site availability and additional fee details.

This is a beautiful and relatively short stretch spanning 1 to 1.5 miles of quiet, gently rolling terrain that gradually opens into a broad bench. Scattered juniper clusters and sagebrush dot the landscape, creating a subtle transition from the rugged badlands to a more peaceful prairie feel. Wildlife is often active here, so if you're quiet, you'll likely see mule deer, wild turkeys, and meadowlarks moving through the brush.

This junction marks the starting point of a short trail that leads into Medora, a tiny but iconic town nestled in the Badlands, and is the gateway to the South Unit of Theodore Roosevelt National Park. Founded in 1883 by French nobleman Marquis de Mores and named after his wife, Medora blends Old West charm with outdoor adventure, history, and culture. Today, it’s best known for the Medora Musical, pitchfork steak dinners, and its deep ties to Theodore Roosevelt’s legacy.

From here you can take a short detour from the Maah Daah Hey Trail through a section of petrified forest. It only adds a short distance and loops back around to the short trail after a short meander.

From here you can take a short detour into Medora, North Dakota, the only town of any size you'll find along the trail. Whether you're running short on supplies or just want a nice cooked meal you can find it here. Also, if you are having any trouble with your bike Dakota Cyclery has everything you need from advice, to components, to maps, and shuttle service for the Maah Daah Hey Trail.

The Theodore Roosevelt National Park encompasses 70,446 acres and is the only American National Park named after a single person. The Little Missouri River flows through the park, which is renowned for its scenic drives, foot and horse trails, wildlife viewing, and camping opportunities.

This road winds back and forth in oxbows not unlike the nearby Little Missouri, or "Little Mo," river. It's also one of the only two paved roads in Theodore Roosevelt National Park; the other is Scenic Loop Drive, which you can access from East River Road. Be on the lookout for wildlife, including bison. The National Park Service warns that cyclists should stay at least 25 yards away from bison, horses and other wildlife — for your safety.

Great viewpoint of Theodore Roosevelt National Park and the surrounding areas.