River Bend Overlook
A classic viewpoint on the North Unit scenic drive, where a stone pavilion built by volunteer conservationists in the 1930s overlooks a dramatic river bend.
River Bend Overlook is along the middle stretch of the North Unit scenic drive. A stone viewing pavilion, built by volunteer conservation crews in the 1930s, stands on the cliff edge. Below, the Little Missouri River loops through the badlands, and layered rock and green river valley create a striking contrast. It is the North Unit's most postcard-worthy scene. The walk from the parking lot to the pavilion takes only a few minutes. It works well as part of a half-day drive with Cannonball Concretions and Oxbow Overlook.
Opening hours
All day
Nearby sights
- Caprock Coulee Trail
- Cannonball Concretions Pullout
- Oxbow Overlook
- Elkhorn Ranch Site
- Wind Canyon Trail
- South Unit Scenic Loop Drive
- Boicourt Overlook
- Buck Hill