White Butte (North Dakota)

White Butte is the highest natural point in the U.S. state of North Dakota.

At an elevation of 3,506 ft (1,069 m), it is a prominent butte in Slope County, in the Badlands of the southwestern part of the state.

It is located 3 miles (5 kilometers) east of U.S. 85 and about 6.5 mi (10 km) south of Amidon.

It is on private property, owned by the Dennis family who live nearby.

At the parking area, one mile due north of the trailhead, the family maintains a small mailbox-like receptacle for donations to help maintain the area, and requests a $5 contribution from visitors.

Looking to the west from the trail.
A view of the shark fin rock from the top of the butte.