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Painted Canyon Overlook

Medora, North Dakota

Roadside overlook of striped badlands just off I-94.

Cost
Free
Booking
No need to book
Time to allow
30 min

Painted Canyon Visitor Center perches on the rim of a colourful canyon right beside I-94, so it is a fast stop for road trippers. A short walk along the rim and a trail into the canyon are available.

Good to know

  • Visible from I-94
  • Trails dip into the canyon for those with time
  • Bring water in summer
Best time
Morning light
Open
Spring to autumn
Getting there
Paved; fine for RVs
Vehicles
Campervans fine
Dogs
Dogs on a lead

Facilities

  • Picnic tables
  • Toilets

Data: Roadtrip. Things change: check opening times, prices and rules before you go.

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