North Dakota is a state that has just over a dozen state parks; some of them are absolutely enormous (looking at you, Theodore Roosevelt National Park), but others are a lot less overwhelming. One of our favorite state parks in North Dakota of all time is, in fact, the smallest state park in the state: the delightful Sully Creek State Park is waiting for you to dip your toes in the water and maybe embark on an epic hiking journey! Come see why the smallest state park in ND is also among the best:
Coming in at just over 63 acres in size and often overshadowed by its much larger cousin (Theodore Roosevelt National Park) nearby, Sully Creek State Park is an excellent place to go if you're a fan of the great outdoors.
Its closeness to Theodore Roosevelt is a perk, we think - while the crowds go there, we like to go off the beaten path and do Sully Creek. Let's take a look at more Sully Creek State Park photos so you can see why we think so highly of it.
Despite its small size, it's got it all - and then some.
We're talking world-class camping, hiking, equestrian trails, and much more. The beautiful Little Missouri River runs straight through the park, and it only adds to the totally magical vibe you'll pick up on here.
It's a veritable nature lover's dream come true; we're not sure what the best part even is.
The river? Enchanting. The cliffs and canyons? Spellbinding. The campgrounds? Top-notch. The experience? Unforgettable.
Plus, while you're here, you never know who you'll make friends with!
You'll spot all sorts of gorgeous species of birds and mammals, like deer, bison, and even adorable little forbidden dogs (aka bats).
Oh, and we almost forgot to mention one of the coolest parts! The legendary Maah Daah Hey Trail begins here, at Sully Creek State Park, and it's probably the single most epic hike you'll ever go on.
Don't expect to do it all within a few hours, though - it's only the longest trail in North Dakota, measuring in at a stunning 144 miles long. That's a whole backpacking trip right there - and it all begins at Sully Creek State Park.
So, seriously: next time you want to escape the humdrum of everyday life and go somewhere spellbinding, give the smallest state park in North Dakota a shot.
It might be tiny, but boy, it is mighty - and we think you'll love it.
Take a quick flyover of Sully Creek State Park in this video from Somewhere Camping:
For more information about the smallest state park in ND, be sure to visit the Sully Creek State Park website to get all the info you'll need to plan your getaway. Need more amazing North Dakota in your life? You might want to check out some of our favorite hiking trails in North Dakota while you're at it.
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