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How to See Wildlife in Theodore Roosevelt National Park

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Instructions

  • Step 1:
    Camp in Theodore Roosevelt National Park's main campground along the Little Missouri River. Many different species migrate down to the river daily to drink water, and the campground provides a great viewing spot. Bison come down in the early morning and late evening, and you may see elk and wild horses.
  • Step 2:
    Check the open plains for herds of bison and pronghorns. You may also see wild horses and other grazing animals. Take a pair of binoculars or a spotting scope so that you can view the animals from a distance. If you get too close, you may put yourself in danger or force the animals to move from the area.
  • Step 3:
    Look in the southeast section of the park for bands of wild horses on the upland plateaus. You may see some along interstate 94 as it travels along the park boundary. Visitors often spot herds from the Painted Canyon Overlook and Buck Hill. In the northeast section of the park, try the loop road for herd sightings.
  • Step 4:
    Watch prairie dogs at one of the park's many colonies or towns. Rangers can direct you to good spots to view prairie dogs in action. Exercise caution around the abandoned towns; the sites may have be homes for rattlesnakes.
  • Step 5:
    Gaze upward for the more than 200 species of birds that live in or migrate through the park. You may see a sandhill crane, pheasant, grouse, turkey or great blue heron. Ask park rangers about the best places to spot the particular species that you're interested in; some frequent the area around the Little Missouri River while others like the prairies.

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