Welcome to the Dakota Prairie Grasslands
The Dakota Prairie Grasslands are a vast, diverse landscape encompassing four national grasslands in North and South Dakota. These grasslands offer a wide range of recreation, from hiking and biking to wildlife viewing and historical exploration. Rolling hills, prairie ecosystems, and unique geological features like badlands and buttes inspire awe and imagination. Welcome to your new home on the rangeland.
Explore the Opportunities
The Dakota Prairie Grasslands offer many recreation experiences, from special places to breathtaking views. There's something for everyone here!
Explore and find your possible opportunities!
Map It Out
Where will your next Grassland adventure take you? Check out our area maps, guides, and publications to help plan travel and recreation routes. When in doubt, map it out.
Fire Information
Before venturing into the grasslands, check for alerts and warnings, including fire restrictions, burn bans, and area closures.
National Park Passes
Interagency Passes, or America the Beautiful national park passes, provide access to and discounts at over 2,000 federal recreation areas managed by six agencies, including the National Park Service, Forest Service, and others.
Passes are available for purchase at each of the Dakota Prairie Grasslands office locations or can be ordered online at the USGS Store.
Pick a Pass, then Pick a Place.
Stay Informed
The Dakota Prairie Grasslands is involved in numerous projects on public lands.
To read about these projects, click the View Projects button below.
To receive electronic project notifications, please email: SM.FS.DPG_Comments@usda.gov
In the subject line, please write: Project Notifications.
Travel Management on the Little Missouri National Grasslands
The Little Missouri National Grassland (LMNG) Travel Management project is a collaborative process that emphasizes coordination with state, local, and tribal governments and includes public involvement to designate motorized use on National Forest System Roads, trails, and areas by type of motor vehicle and time of year.
Proposed Changes to Recreation Fees at CCC Campground
The Dakota Prairie Grasslands proposes changes to the recreation fees at the CCC Campground in the Little Missouri National Grassland. Public comments are welcomed on these proposed changes now through the close of business on July 23, 2025.
