4 days in North Dakota Itinerary

Medora is a city in Billings County, North Dakota, United States. On the 6th (Tue), wander the wide-open spaces of Elkhorn Ranch Site, then appreciate the extensive heritage of Painted Canyon Overlook, and then explore the striking landscape of South Unit. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the 7th (Wed): hike along Caprock-Coulee Trail and then explore the striking landscape of Theodore Roosevelt National Park.

To find photos, more things to do, traveler tips, and tourist information, you can read our Medora online driving holiday planner.

New York City to Medora is an approximately 10.5-hour combination of flight and car. You can also drive; or do a combination of bus and taxi. You'll gain 2 hours traveling from New York City to Medora due to the time zone difference. Traveling from New York City in August, plan for colder nights in Medora, with lows around 50°F. Cap off your sightseeing on the 7th (Wed) early enough to travel to Bismarck.

Bismarck is the capital of the U.S. On the 8th (Thu), ponder the world of politics at North Dakota State Capitol Building and then let little ones run wild at Universal Playground/ Eagles Park.

To find traveler tips, ratings, more things to do, and tourist information, refer to the Bismarck trip planner.

You can drive from Medora to Bismarck in 2 hours. The time zone difference when traveling from Medora to Bismarck is 1 hour. Expect somewhat warmer evenings in Bismarck when traveling from Medora in August, with lows around 56°F. On the 8th (Thu), wrap the sightseeing up by early afternoon so you can travel back home.