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All the United States North Dakota Medora

The Atlas Obscura Guide To Medora

3 Cool, Hidden, and Unusual Things to Do in Medora, North Dakota

Updated October 3, 2023

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Stones from the foundation of Roosevelt’s house on the site.

Medora, North Dakota

Elkhorn Ranch

The ruins of Theodore Roosevelt's beloved ranch stand in a forgotten corner of a national park named after him.
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Chateau de Mores

Home of a French nobleman's short-lived attempt at raising cattle in the Badlands of North Dakota.
North Dakota Cowboy Hall of Fame

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North Dakota Cowboy Hall of Fame

Examine the impact of the horse on Great Plains culture through exhibits on ranching, rodeo, and the Native American way of life.
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