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Sully Creek State Park is a seasonal state park located in the heart of the North Dakota badlands, along the eastern banks of the Little Missouri River. The park, which is about 2 miles (3.2 km) south of historic town of Medora and Theodore Roosevelt National Park. The park is used for camping, horse camping, and canoeing. It is open from April 1 to November 30. In the early spring or during high flows, canoeing the 274-mile long Little Missouri River offers a unique perspective of the badlands from North Dakota's only State Scenic River. The park is the starting point for the Maah Daah Hey Trail which winds northwards to Theodore Roosevelt National Park. The trail can be used by horseback riders, mountain bikers, and hikers. The park offers a campground with 62 sites, some of which are reserved for horse campers. Corrals are available for those bringing in their own horses. This primitive park also has a small campground with vault toilets. Horseback riders, mountain bikers and hikers have access to the 120-mile long Maah Daah Hey Trail, which traverses the Little Missouri National Grassland. Use of certified weed-free hay is required by those bringing in livestock. Weed-free hay may be available for sale at the park (contact the park for availability). Those using the trail should carry adequate potable water for drinking.

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