Last updated: February 26, 2021
Thing to Do
Visit Theodore Roosevelt's Maltese Cross Cabin
NPS Photo
When Theodore Roosevelt first came to the badlands of Dakota territory on a bison hunt in 1883, he had no idea how much his life was about to change. Falling in love with the area, he purchased a stake in a ranch and had a cabin built on this new property, a comfortable place for him to stay when he visited. Now, this cabin sits on the grounds of the Theodore Roosevelt National Park South Unit Visitor Center and is open daily for self-guided tours during visitor center hours.
It is illegal to remove any resource from a national park. Leave any flower, stone, or other object where you find it so that other visitors can enjoy it as well.
It is illegal to carve, paint, or otherwise alter anything in a national park.
It is illegal to remove any resource from a national park. Leave any flower, stone, or other object where you find it so that other visitors can enjoy it as well.
It is illegal to carve, paint, or otherwise alter anything in a national park.
Details
Duration
5-20 Minutes
Activity
Museum Exhibits
Pets Allowed
No
Pets are welcome in Theodore Roosevelt National Park. However, they are only allowed in certain areas.
Leashed pets may be walked along roads and road shoulders, sidewalks, parking areas, and in campgrounds and picnic areas.
More information: Visiting with Pets.
Leashed pets may be walked along roads and road shoulders, sidewalks, parking areas, and in campgrounds and picnic areas.
More information: Visiting with Pets.
Activity Fee
No
Entrance fees may apply, see Fees & Passes information.
Location
Theodore Roosevelt's Maltese Cross Cabin
The Maltese Cross Cabin is located just behind the South Unit Visitor Center on East River Road, just inside the park entrance.
Reservations
No
Season
Year Round
Time of Day
Day
The Maltese Cross Cabin is open and available for self-guided tours during the South Unit Visitor Center's hours of operation. Visit Operating Hours and Seasons for more information.
Accessibility Information
The Maltese Cross Cabin is accessible, with a short ramp leading into the cabin interior, though the door may be too narrow (25 inches across) to accommodate all assistive devices. Service animals are allowed, but must be on a leash no longer than 6 feet.