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Theodore Roosevelt National Park

Theodore Roosevelt National Park is a national park in United States, established in 1978, covering 285 km² (110 sq mi). It is the #44 largest of United States's 77 national parks. United States National Park in western North Dakota.

Area
285 km²
Established
1978
IUCN
II: National Park
Nearest airport
DIK · 53 km
Theodore Roosevelt National Park
Photo: NPS/Mark Hoffman · Public domain

Nearest airports to Theodore Roosevelt National Park

  1. 1
    Dickinson Theodore Roosevelt Regional Airport Flag of United StatesDickinson, United States Airports in United States
    DIK53 kmstraight line
  2. 2
    Sidney - Richland Regional Airport Flag of United StatesSidney, United States Airports in United States
    SDY99 kmstraight line
  3. 3
    Dawson Community Airport Flag of United StatesGlendive, United States Airports in United States
    GDV105 kmstraight line

More about Theodore Roosevelt National Park

Theodore Roosevelt National Park is one of 77 national parks in the United States — United States National Park in western North Dakota. It covers 285 km² (28,500 ha) — about 2.7 times the size of Paris, making it the #44 largest national park in the United States (0.2% of the country's national park area).

History and protection

The park was established in 1978, 48 years ago — the first national parks in the United States date back to 1861. It is listed in IUCN category II: National Park — protecting whole ecosystems while welcoming visitors for recreation and education.

Visiting Theodore Roosevelt National Park

The closest airport is Dickinson Theodore Roosevelt Regional Airport (DIK), about 53 km away — around 1 h 9 min by car; alternatively Sidney - Richland Regional Airport (SDY, 99 km).

Frequently asked questions

How big is Theodore Roosevelt National Park?

285 km² — about 28,500 hectares or 110 square miles.

When was Theodore Roosevelt National Park established?

In 1978 — 48 years ago.

What is the nearest airport to Theodore Roosevelt National Park?

Dickinson Theodore Roosevelt Regional Airport (DIK), about 53 km away in a straight line.

What protection category is Theodore Roosevelt National Park?

It is listed under IUCN category II: National Park of the IUCN protected area categories.

Data: Wikidata (CC0), English Wikipedia and Wikimedia Commons.