Medora, ND - Create With Us
A Little Town With A Big Story
Medora may be a little town, but there’s no shortage of stories to tell here. From the rugged Badlands and Theodore Roosevelt National Park to live entertainment, Western traditions, new experiences and a growing food and lodging scene, Medora is a place where every visit can become a story of its own.
We’re looking for creators who want to experience Medora and share it with their audiences in their own way. Your story can become part of ours.
Start by taking the quiz to discover what kind of Medora adventure fits your style, then explore the resources below to start planning your trip. If you’re interested in working with us, tell us a little about yourself and your audience through our creator inquiry form.
Medora's Must Dos
Old traditions? Meet new adventures. Between backcountry hikes and big stars under bright lights, we’ve got a little something for everyone.
Theodore Roosevelt National Park
Explore the Badlands
Experience the magic of the rugged North Dakota Badlands and live the strenuous life in honor of Theodore Roosevelt.
Medora Musical
The Greatest Show in the West
The Medora Musical is the rootin’-tootinest, boot-scootinest show in all the Midwest. There’s no other show quite like it.
What's New!
Theodore Roosevelt Presidential Library
On July 4, 2026—America’s 250th birthday—the Theodore Roosevelt Presidential Library opens in Medora, North Dakota, as a call to adventure in the Badlands. Step into a museum where the participant is the hero—and leave inspired to live TR’s values of leadership, citizenship, and conservation.
What to do in Medora Year-Round
The curtains don’t fall when the summer ends. From crisp fall days to snow-covered trails, from spring blooms to summer stages, Medora gives you a new way to explore all year long. No matter when you visit, there’s something happening.
Lodging in Medora
When you stay with us, you stay close to epic adventures in Medora and Theodore Roosevelt National Park. Browse a range of options, from boutique hotels and motels to camping cabins and covered wagons.
Rough Riders Hotel
Open Year Round | $$$$ | Luxury meets western charm and presidential history at the Historic Rough Riders Hotel, located in the heart of downtown Medora!
Hotel 1883
Open Year Round | $$$ | Opening Summer 2026 – Comfortable rooms feature large windows that open to sweeping views of the Badlands and the National Park
Badlands Motel
Open Seasonally | $$ | Pet Friendly Rooms Available – Drive right up to your door and experience western charm close to everything downtown Medora at the Badlands Motel.
Unique Stays
Open Seasonally | $ – $$$$ | From cozy cabins and historic houses to charming covered wagons, make your stay unforgettable in these one-of-a-kind stays.
Creator Resources
Thank you for visiting us in Medora. We hope you fell in love with our little piece of heaven here in North Dakota.
If there is any way we can help you bring Medora to life for your audience, or make their trips a little more magical, please don’t hesitate to reach out.
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