Pet-friendly road trip

Bismarck to Medora with your dog

Distance

135 mi

Driving

2 hrs

Dog breaks

About 2

The I-94 run from Bismarck to Medora is 135 miles. With a dog in the back, plan a 15-minute walk every two to three hours and book a room that takes pets before you leave, so you are not searching at 10 pm.

Dog-friendly places to sleep

Turn on the pet-friendly filter on the booking page and check the pet fee before you book.

• Stays in Dickinson
• Stays in Medora

Pet rules at Medora

Inside Theodore Roosevelt National Park — dogs only in parking lots and paved areas.

Need a sitter while you hike? Find doggy day care near Medora.

Packing list for the dog

• Water bowl and a gallon of water, plus their usual food
• Crate or seat-belt harness for the whole drive
• Vaccination records, especially for border crossings
• Leash, waste bags and a towel for muddy paws
• Never leave a dog in a parked car, even with windows cracked

Along the way

• Wild horses on the South Unit loop
• Bison and prairie dog towns
• Painted Canyon overlook

Full drive guide for this route