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Scenic Tours
Travel throughout the natural beauty of the rolling prairies, the rugged North Dakota Badlands. Explore the countryside by traveling the backroads, byways and scenic loops throughout the area.
You will encounter not only spectacular scenery, but also the history of the area and the arts culture of the people. A stop at the local restaurant or museum be sure to provide you with information on the next "must see" for your drive on the tour.
Or take a flight over the area to view the land and places from above.
Western Edge Aviation - Tours
Western Edge Aviation is a full service Fixed Based Operator with professional, fast and friendly service. Now offering SUV and van rentals along with scenic flight tours.
Open Daily 8:00am - 5:00pm.
Located 4 miles south of Dickinson on Hwy 22
11160 42nd St. S.W.
Dickinson, ND 58601
Phone: 701-483-4221
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Burning Coal Vein
Burning Coal Vein is a badlands landscape still in the making. Located 15 miles west and north of Amidon, the fire smoldering in the coal layer several feet underground was burning when viewed by the first white settlers in th area over a hundred years ago. Burning Coal Vein has since become part of the Little Missouri National Grasslands natural area with adjoing campground. The underground fire is no longer active, but local landscape features and columnar Rocky Mountain juniper (cedar) bear witness to the effects of the continous smoke of past years.
West and North of Amidon
Phone: 701-227-7800
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Custer Trail Auto Tour
Gold rushes, hometeads and railroads, setting the stage for conflict. The auto tour is divided into two segments that provide access to portions of Sully's Battle of the Badlands Trail and Custer Historic Trail. The entire tour (approximately 80 miles) can be driven in a single day, but plan on taking 2-3 days, enjoying the area. It's easy to get lost in the Badlands, so watch for directional signs that will keep you on track.
South of Medora
Phone: 701-227-7800
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Killdeer Mountain Four Bears Scenic Byway
Beginning north of Manning, ND, to Highway 22 through Killdeer to Highway 23, then east of New Town, ND. From the Killdeer Mountains to the deeply entrenched Little Missouri River Breaks and Badlands, this byway provides a unique and enchanting landscape in one of the most scenic areas of western North Dakota. The rich culture and history of the Mandan, Hidatsa and Arikara tribes paired with the recreation opportunities of the Little Missouri State Park provide visitors an enthralling adventure in western North Dakota.
Manning, Killdeer, New Town, ND
Phone: 701-764-5805 or 701-328-5357
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Old Red Old Ten Scenic Byway
From Mandan to Dickinson, beyond the rolling hills, the buttes, the scoria bluffs and beautiful towns, history is what makes the Old Red Old Ten Scenic Byway come alive. The Fort Keogh Trail, the Custer Trail, the Old Red Trail, Highway 23 and finally USHighway 10 are all part of this 100 mile stretch of road. All of this takes place within just a few miles of Interstate 94. Take in the breathtaking vistas, enjoy the variety of wildlife and participate in a wide variety of events and activities that make up the Old Red Old Ten Scenic Byway.
Phone: 701-483-4988 or 800-279-7391
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Theodore Roosevelt National Park
This scenic 36 mile paved loop throughout the South Unit of the Theodore Roosevelt National Park offers interpretive signs that explain the portions of the park's historical and natural phenomena. The south unit of the park features more than 80 miles of marked trails, plus countless unmarked trails. Soaring buttes, rolling grasslands and challenging downhills overlook prehistoric river beds dotted with wildflowers and stunning landscapes.
Medora, ND
Phone: 701-623-4466
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