Question 1

Do I need a timed-entry permit to enter Theodore Roosevelt National Park?

Accepted Answer

No. There is no timed-entry system for general entry; purchase a 7-day vehicle pass or use an eligible pass online or at the gate.

Question 2

Where can I buy passes for entry?

Accepted Answer

Digital passes are available online at Recreation.gov; you can also buy at the park gate.

Question 3

Are campground sites first-come or reservation-based?

Accepted Answer

Regular campground sites are first-come, first-served; the Group Horse Campground site requires reservations; dispersed camping requires a backcountry permit.

Question 4

Are pets allowed on trails?

Accepted Answer

Pets are allowed on leash in developed areas and along roadsides, but not on hiking trails.

Question 5

What wildlife safety rules should I follow?

Accepted Answer

Keep at least 100 yards from bison and large animals, 25 yards from smaller animals; never approach or feed wildlife.

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