---
id: "16405"
name: Killdeer Mountain Four Bears Scenic Byway
distance: "64"
description: The Killdeer byway is alleged to be the most scenic byway in western North Dakota. This land dips through the rugged Killdeer Mountains and has been sculpted into curious formations by wind, water, and sand.
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websites:
  - url: https://www.ndtourism.com/articles/killdeer-mountain-four-bears-scenic-byway
    name: North Dakota Travel Guide
attractions:
  - url: https://www.parkrec.nd.gov/little-missouri-state-park-0
    name: Little Missouri State Park
designations:
  - North Dakota State Scenic Byway
states:
  - ND
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  - -102.75409855857568
  - 47.37196376534644
bounds:
  - - -102.8436969999999
    - 47.35748366652138
  - - -102.7262879999999
    - 47.674160000000086

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As it takes you from Manning to New Town, this byway reveals a fascinating scenic and historic journey. From the Killdeer Mountains to the deeply entrenched Little Missouri 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 recreational opportunities of Little Missouri State Park provide travelers with an enthralling adventure in west central North Dakota.