Big Plateau overview
Big Plateau
One of the best reasons to visit the Big Plateau is the opportunity to see wildlife in their natural habitat. Bison, bighorn sheep, pronghorns, and coyotes are just a few of the animals you might catch a glimpse of on your visit.
The Big Plateau is also home to some of the park's most spectacular hiking trails, such as the 10-mile Achenbach Trail, which winds through the badlands and offers stunning vistas of the surrounding landscape. The Oxbow Overlook Trail is another favorite among visitors, offering a short but steep climb to a breathtaking viewpoint over the Little Missouri River.
In addition to its scenic beauty and outdoor activities, the Big Plateau also has historical significance. This area was home to Native American tribes for thousands of years and was also a favorite hunting ground for President Theodore Roosevelt, who often visited the area to hunt and explore.
Overall, the Big Plateau is a must-see destination for anyone visiting Theodore Roosevelt National Park. With its stunning views, abundant wildlife, and rich history, this area is truly a gem of North Dakota.
Plan your visit down to the hour
Same weather feed Snoflo's iOS app uses -- updated continuously from NOAA / yr.no.
Next 5 days, hour by hour
Temperature line with weather symbols on top, snow + rain accumulation as columns, humidity as a dotted line.
5-day forecast table
Every 3 hours, broken out across temperature, snow, rain, humidity, and wind.
| Time | Condition | Temp (°F) | Snow (in) | Rain (in) | Humidity (%) | Wind (mps) | Wind dir |
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15-day temperature & precipitation
Daily temperatures, snow, and rain projected over the next two weeks.
Plan a longer trip
The closest parks, campgrounds, fishing spots, and other landmarks so a quick visit can grow into a full day.
Parks
- Wilderness Theodore Roosevelt
- Sully Creek State Recreation Area
- National Park Theodore Roosevelt
- Theodore Roosevelt National Park South Unit
Responsible visitation & Leave No Trace
- Know before you go
- Check the operator's site (BLM, NPS, state agency, or private owner) for access rules, permits, and seasonal closures before driving out.
- Stay on trail
- Many points of interest sit in fragile ecosystems. Stick to marked paths to protect vegetation and prevent erosion.
- Respect wildlife
- Observe from a distance, never feed wildlife, and give nesting birds and denning mammals plenty of space.
- Pack it in, pack it out
- Take all trash, food scraps, and gear back with you. Remote sites often have no trash service.
- Leave what you find
- Don't take rocks, plants, fossils, or artifacts. Federal law protects cultural and natural resources on public land.
Set push alerts in the Snoflo app
Save Big Plateau as a favorite, set a weather threshold (precipitation, freezing temperatures), and the iOS app will push the moment conditions cross.
About Big Plateau
What is Big Plateau?
A point of interest in North-Dakota tracked by Snoflo -- typically a scenic landmark, named summit, monument, or viewpoint.
How fresh is the weather data?
The hourly forecast updates throughout the day from NOAA / yr.no public feeds.
When is the best time to visit?
Use the 15-day temperature & precipitation outlook on this page to pick a window with comfortable temperatures and low precipitation.
How do I get there?
Tap Directions in the hero above for Google Maps driving directions, or Open in map to center the Snoflo interactive map on the spot.
Can I get alerts when conditions change?
Yes -- alerts are managed in the Snoflo iOS app. Favorite this POI, set a threshold (temperature, precipitation), and you'll get a push the moment it crosses.
Other points of interest near here
Snoflo-tracked landmarks within driving distance of Big Plateau.