Sully Creek Drive & Painted Canyon

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1. Start at Boots Campground (Mile 0–3)

• Exit Boots Campground and head north on East River Road.
  
  
• Continue heading south on East River Road.
  
  
• Turn right onto 36th Street and follow the road east for about 2 miles.
  
  
• Don't forget to take some photos while you're at the Roughrider State Park / Sully Creek State Park

3. Sully Creek Road (Mile 3–8)

• Turn right onto Sully Creek Road, heading southeast.
  
  
• The road will become rougher, with gravel and dirt paths winding through Sully Creek State Park.
  
  
• Stop by Sully Springs for a scenic break before continuing.
  
  

4. Painted Canyon (Mile 8–14)

• Follow Sully Creek Road east until you reach Painted Canyon Road Southwest.
  
  
• Ride north for about 6 miles until you reach Painted Canyon Visitor Center.
  
  
• Enjoy the overlook and visitor center amenities before continuing.
  
  

5. Belfield (Mile 14–21.2)

• From Painted Canyon, continue east on Painted Canyon Road SW.
  
  
• From Painted Canyon, take the same route back toward Medora.
  
  
• Return to Boots Campground to complete the loop.
  

• Water
• High-energy snacks
• Sunscreen and sunglasses
• Lightweight jacket or windbreaker
• Phone or GPS for navigation
• Camera for scenic views