The badlands, including a view down into a sandy bottomed valley and large buttes under a cloudy sky
15-30 MinutesFee applies

Hike Boicourt Trail

Theodore Roosevelt National Park

This short hike, with its elevated perspective and accessible trail, offers a unique view of the Little Missouri Badlands that the whole family can enjoy.

When on the South Unit scenic drive, Boicourt Trail is the perfect place to stop and work off some of that stuck-in-the-car energy! This 0.2-mile paved, accessible trail offers an easy hike for young and old, as well as some incredible views. If you're feeling a little more adventurous, keep going after the pavement ends to reach another overlook, perfect for watching sunsets over the badlands. It is illegal to remove any resource from a national park. Leave any flower, stone, or other object where you find it so that other visitors can enjoy it as well. It is illegal to carve, paint, or otherwise alter anything in a national park.

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Duration

15-30 Minutes

Fees

Entrance fees may apply, see Fees & Passes information.

Fees Apply

No

Seasons

Winter, Spring, Summer, Fall

Time of Day

Day, Night, Dawn, Dusk

Accessibility

The Boicourt Trail is approximately 0.2 miles long and 3 feet wide. It is fully paved. An unpaved social trail continues for approximately another 0.2 miles to an overlook. Proper footwear is recommended. Service animals are allowed, but must be on a leash no longer than 6 feet.

Pets

No — Pets are welcome in Theodore Roosevelt National Park. However, they are only allowed in certain areas. Leashed pets may be walked along roads and road shoulders, sidewalks, parking areas, and in campgrounds and picnic areas. More information: Visiting with Pets.

Reservations

No

Location

Boicourt Trailhead

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