June 4 in the United States ⋅ ⛅ 75 °FFrom Boicourt Overlook, we could see the Little Missouri Badlands, the most notable landform in North Dakota. From here, we passed a few more roadside features, before continuing on our way out of the Park and towards home.
June 4 in the United States ⋅ ⛅ 77 °FA 36-mile loop drive traverses the Park, allowing closer views of the roadside landscape. Although part of the road was closed due to deterioration, we had plenty of other viewing opportunities along the open portion of the drive.
June 4 in the United States ⋅ ⛅ 77 °FIn addition to the Buttes, wildlife are also prominent within the Park, Three separate prairie dog "Towns" line the Park's scenic drive, which also provides ample viewing opportunities of the Park's resident bison.
June 4 in the United States ⋅ ⛅ 77 °FMaking our way home, we decided to stop at the south unit of Theodore Roosevelt National Park. Buttes are a prominent feature throughout the Park.
June 3 in the United States ⋅ ⛅ 68 °FAfter leaving the Park, we traveled through the Blackfeet Indian Reservation. A roadside exhibit provides information about the culture and traditions of the tribe. Geologic stratification is a prominent feature of the mountain peaks in this area.
June 3 in the United States ⋅ ⛅ 70 °FAs we made our way back to St. Mary, we drove passed St. Mary Lake. The Lake is the second largest lake in the Park. It's most notable as the setting for the opening scene of "The Shining". Goose Island can be seen in the middle of the Lake.
June 3 in the United States ⋅ ⛅ 70 °FOne stop along the Road was Sunrift Gorge. Here, we watched waters from Baring Falls cascade down to St. Mary Lake.
June 3 in the United States ⋅ ⛅ 68 °FAlong the Road are several pullouts allowing travelers an opportunity to stop and view prominent features along the roadway. Included among the sights were remnants of the 2015 Reynolds Creek Wildfire.
June 3 in the United States ⋅ ⛅ 68 °FEntering through St. Mary, we traveled on the east side of Going-to-the-Sun Road as far as the Jackson Glacier Overlook. Since 1966, the Glacier has experienced a significant decrease in size. In fact, since its founding in 1910, Glacier National Park has lost more than 70 glaciers. CurrentRead more
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