Theodore Roosevelt National Park Hummingbird Guide
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Overview
Theodore Roosevelt National Park protects 70,000+ acres of striking badlands landscape in southwestern North Dakota, divided into a South Unit near Medora and a North Unit. The park shelters over 400 plant species, sustaining diverse wildlife including bison, pronghorn, elk, and wild horses. Prairie wildflowers including penstemons, wild bergamot, scarlet globemallow, and wood lilies bloom in abundance in June–July, attracting Ruby-throated Hummingbirds at the western fringe of their range. The park is a designated Important Bird Area.
Hummingbirds to Watch For
- • Ruby-throated
Most Common Hummingbird
The most commonly sighted hummingbird at Theodore Roosevelt National Park is the Ruby-throated.
Special Guest Hummingbird
Watch for the Rufous Hummingbird. possible as rare vagrant in late summer
Best Time to Visit
Plan your visit during April, June, July for the highest chance of hummingbird sightings. Early morning and late afternoon are typically the most active feeding times.
Plants and Habitat
- • Scarlet globemallow (*Sphaeralcea coccinea*) — vibrant orange-red tubular flowers, abundant in the badlands
- • Wild bergamot (*Monarda fistulosa*) — widespread in grassy areas
- • Large beardtongue / penstemon (*Penstemon grandiflorus* and spp.)
- • Wood lily (*Lilium philadelphicum*) — grassy openings
- • Downy paintbrush (*Castilleja sessiliflora*)
- • Prairie smoke (*Geum triflorum*) and other prairie wildflowers
NectarBloom Tip
The Painted Canyon overlook (7 miles east of Medora at I-94 Exit 32) has a scenic overlook trail through wildflower-dotted prairie — an often-overlooked hummingbird spot. For wildflower and hummingbird viewing in the South Unit, the Wind Canyon Trail and the Ridgeline Trail are excellent from mid-June through July when scarlet globemallow and bergamot are in full bloom.
Visitor Notes
National Park entrance fee applies. Scenic 36-mile loop road is drivable with park admission. Panther Junction Visitor Center open year-round. ADA accessible at visitor center and Painted Canyon overlook.
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