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North Dakota

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Bison in Theodore Roosevelt National Park
Bison in Theodore Roosevelt National Park

North Dakota [1] is a state in the Great Plains of the United States. It is bordered on the west by Montana, on the east by Minnesota, on the south by South Dakota, and on the north by the Canadian provinces of Saskatchewan and Manitoba. North Dakota, the 39th state, was admitted to the Union in 1889. The year 2005 marked the bicentennial celebration of the Lewis and Clark expedition which began in Illinois and passed through North Dakota on the way to the Pacific Northwest, with help from a Shoshone Indian girl, Sakakawea, as their guide. North Dakota's 53 counties cover approximately 70,655 square miles (183,000 square kilometers) and has a population of approximately 639,000.

State Flag of ND
State Flag of ND

[edit] Regions

North Dakota regions
North Dakota regions

[edit] Cities

  • Fargo - North Dakota's largest city, and home of North Dakota State University
  • Bismarck - State Capital and growing every day
  • Devils Lake - The heart of North Dakota lake country
  • Dickinson - The crown of the Southwest, gateway to the Badlands
  • Grand Forks - Home to the University of North Dakota
  • Jamestown - The Buffalo City, pride of the Prairie
  • Minot - The Magic City, the primary city in northwest North Dakota
  • Rugby - the geographical center of North America
  • Williston - The biggest city on the upper Missouri

[edit] Understand

North Dakota is a large, sparsely populated state. It was settled mainly by farmers of Scandinavian and German descent. North Dakota's population has scarcely changed since 1915, but its urban-to-rural ratio has changed dramatically over the years. One-sixth of the people in the state live in Fargo, and that figure is growing all the time. The state's economy is based on its agriculture, food processing, mining, tourism and machinery.

North Dakota is the least-visited state in the union, not surprising given its location. But there is something to be found for those willing to venture into the unknown. North Dakota is living proof that there is much to see and do off the beaten tourist path and in small towns. Outdoor activities abound year round: hiking, biking, camping (tent and RV), boating, fishing, sailing, tubing, birding, photography, cross country skiing, snowmobiling, hunting, archery, and more. If you fancy disc golf, there are fourteen regulation courses in the state. Or you can simply take a scenic drive through hills and lakes, badlands, or plains. Military buffs will enjoy visiting the old frontier forts. Nature lovers can see hundreds of species of birds, animals, fish, and wildflowers. Geological formations of almost every type are here. You can dig for fossils or hunt for unique mineral specimens.

Famous North Dakotans include: former CBS newsman Eric Sevareid (Velva, ND), actress Angie Dickinson (Kulm, ND), "Fever" singer Peggy Lee (Jamestown, ND), "bubbling machine" bandleader Lawrence Welk (Strasburg, ND), and author Louis L'Amour (Jamestown, ND).

[edit] Get in

[edit] By plane

Scheduled airline service is available in Bismarck, Devils Lake, Dickinson, Fargo, Grand Forks, Jamestown, Minot, and Williston.

Northwest Airlines [3] offers daily flights to all destinations.

United Express [4] serves Bismark, Dickinson, Fargo, and Williston.

Allegiant Air [5] serves Bismarck, Grand Forks, and Fargo.

Delta [6] serves Bismarck, Devils Lake, Fargo, Grand Forks, Jamestown, and Minot.

Frontier Airlines [7] also serve Dickinson, Fargo, and Williston.

[edit] By car

Interstate 94 runs east-west through the southern side of the state. Interstate 29 runs north-south on the eastern edge of the state.

US Highway 2 runs east-west through the northern side of the state. US Highways 85, 83, 281, and 81 run north-south through the state. US Highway 52 runs northwest-southeast through the state.

For those of you arriving from Canada, 24-hour customs stations are available at SK 39 (US 52) in Portal, MB 10 (US 281) at the Peace Gardens, and MB 75 (I-29) near Pembina.

[edit] By train

Amtrak's [8] Empire Builder line serves Fargo, Grand Forks, Devils Lake, Rugby, Minot, Stanley, and Williston.

[edit] Get around

The best way to get around the state is by car.

[edit] By rural bus

  • Jefferson Bus Line (888-864-2832) has a route that goes along US I-29, which goes north and south.
  • Greyhound (800-231-2222) goes along the other major interstage, I-94, which goes east and west.
  • New Town Bus Line (701-852-2477) starts in New Town, ND, heads east on Highway 23 up to Minot, then continues on Highway 2 to Grand Forks. It always runs from Minot to Bismarck on Highway 83.

[edit] By taxi

  • Taxi 9000-Bismarck: (701) 223-9000
  • City Cab-Devils Lake: (701) 351-5768
  • Dakota Cab-Dickinson: (701) 483-5200
  • Deb's Cab-Dickinson: (701) 225-2222
  • Lucky Taxi-Fargo: (701) 235-1717
  • Doyle's Yellow Checker Cab-Fargo:(701) 235-5535
  • Carry Out Cab-Fargo: (701) 478-5999
  • Grand Forks Taxi: (701) 780-8890
  • Nodak Radio Cab Company-Grand Forks: (701) 772-3456
  • A-1 Taxi-Jamestown: (701) 253-3545
  • Jamestown Taxi Service: (701) 252-4200
  • Buffalo City Cab-Jamestown: (701)252-4444
  • Valley City Taxi Service: (701) 845-0000
  • Twin Town Taxi-Wahpeton: (701)642-5757

[edit] By official transit

Information on North Dakota Transit can be found here [9]

[edit][add listing] See

Garrison Dam
Garrison Dam
  • The Geographical Center of North America in Rugby.

  • KVLY-TV Tower 2 miles west of Blanchard, is the tallest radio tower, and formerly the tallest man-made structure on earth at 629 meters, or 2063 feet.

  • The State Capitol grounds in Bismarck, which feature the 20 story Capitol, the State Historical Society Museum, and plenty of open park.
  • The Enchanted Highway between the Gladstone exit on I-94 and the small town of Regent on the Cannonball River in southwest ND.
  • Theodore Roosevelt National Park, (North Unit entrance is by Watford City, South Unit Entrance is by Medora), ☎ 701-623-4466, [10]. year-round. The park has two units, the North Unit and the South Unit, both distinctly different.  edit
  • Knife River Indian Villages National Historic Site, (1/2 mile north on County Road 37), ☎ 701-745-3300, [11]. Memorial Day weekend-Labor Day, 8 a.m.-6 p.m., MDT; rest of year, 8 a.m.-4:30 p.m.. Established as a National Park Service (NPS) site in 1974. This is the only NPS site that preserves and protects the Northern Plains Indian Heritage. The Native Americans have occupied this area for over 11,000 years. There are the remains of three Hidatsa village sites within the park boundaries. The Big Hidatsa site has 110 depressions, the Sakakawea (Awatixa) site has 60 depressions and the Lower Hidatsa site has 40 depressions. This was once a thriving civilization situated along the Knife River. Sakakawea lived at the Awatixa site when she met Lewis and Clark at Fort Mandan. A state of the art museum dedicated to preserving the cluture of the Hidatsa, Mandan and Arikara tribes is located at the visitor center. A 15-minute video about village life can be viewed in the visitor center theater. A full-scale reconstructions of a Hidatsa earthlodge features autthentic furnishings. Programs in the earthlodge are conducted during the summer months. Free.  edit
  • Fort Union Trading Post National Historic Site, Near Williston (25 miles southwest on Highway 1804), ☎ 701-572-9083, [12]. Summer, 8 a.m.-8 p.m., CDT, rest of year, 9 a.m.-5:30 p.m., CT.. Largest fur trading post on the upper Missouri River from 1828-1867. Trading headquarters with American Indians. Reconstructed Bourgeois House contains museum exhibits. Replica trade goods are available for purchase in the reconstructed Indian Trade House.  edit
  • International Peace Garden, Near Dunseith, ☎ 888-432-6733, [13]. 24/7 Depending on what you want to see and do. You may self-register after gate hours.. The International Peace Garden is a 2,339-acre botanical garden commemorating peace between the United States and Canada along the world's longest unfortified border. It blooms with more than 150,000 varieties of flowers and showcases the Peace Chapel. It is also home to the International Music Camp, Friday night concerts in June and July, and interpretive center, floral clock and souvenir shop. RV-friendly campground $10 per vehicle.  edit
  • Beaver Lake State Park, Near Napoleon (17 miles south of Napoleon), ☎ 701-452-2752, [14]. Year round. Beaver Lake State Park provides an escape from the rigors of everyday life, offering a relaxing atmosphere in a secluded outdoor setting next to lake offering a full array of water recreational activities. The park is located in south central North Dakota on the west shore of Beaver Lake, 17 miles southeast of Napoleon. Comprising 283 acres, the park provides modern and primitive camping opportunities along with three camping cabins for those wanting to get away from it all. $5 daily pass, $25 annual pass, $15 camping full service, $10 camping primitive.  edit
  • Cross Ranch State Park, Near Washburn (12 miles south east of Hensler, ND), ☎ 701-794-3731, [15]. Year round. Cross Ranch State Park is located along some of the last free-flowing and undeveloped stretches of the Missouri River. A boat ramp and canoe and kayak rentals are available for those wishing to explore this scenic segment of the river, while anglers will find walleye, trout, catfish, salmon, pike and bass in its waters. An extensive trail system can be explored either on foot or on cross-country skis during the winter months. The trails allow access to a 5,000-acre nature preserve with mixed grass prairie, river bottom forests and wood draws. Campers can use either the park's prmitive campground or hike to their camping spot in a backcountry area.The park is also well known for its bluegrass music festival held in June. $5 daily pass, $25 annual pass, $12 camping electrical spot, $10 camping primitive.  edit
  • Doyle Memorial State Park, PO Box 128, Wishek, ND, ☎ 701-269-2116. Doyle Memorial Recreation Park is located on Green Lake, seven miles southwest of Wishek. There is great fishing for perch, walleye and northern pike on Green Lake. The park has a fish cleaning station, bathrooms and shower, play ground for kids, and a new boat ramp and dock. $15 for camping with power, $8 for camping without power.  edit
  • Fort Abraham Lincoln State Park, Near Mandan, ☎ 701-667-6340, [16]. May tours 9 a.m.-5 p.m.; Memorial Day- Labor Day, tours 9 a.m.-7 p.m.; September tours, 9 a.m.-5 p.m.; October 1-11, tours 1-5 p.m.. General George Custer's last home is reconstructed, as are the central barracks, granary, commissary and a stable. Tours take visitors back to 1875, the year before the 7th Cavalry rode to the Little Bighorn. Museum and tour of On-A-Slant Indian Village's five reconstructed earthlodges. $5 per vehicle state park fee; $6 per adult, $4 per student interpretive fee.  edit
  • Fort Ransom State Park, (1 mile north of Fort Ransom, ND), ☎ 701-973-4331, [17]. Year round. Fort Ransom State Park, which takes its name from an 1860s military fort, is located in the midst of the scenic and heavily wooded Sheyenne River valley. The river provides abundant opportunties for canoeing, fishing and bird watching, while within the park can be found a short segment of the North Country National Scenic Trail. During the summer picnicking and camping are favorite activities, while cross-country skiing is a popular winter sport. A farmstead within the park is the setting for the annual Sodbuster Days celebration, with demonstrations and exhibits of homesteading life. Fort Ransom State Park's natural areas provide an important link in the protection of the remaining Sheyenne River Valley ecosystem. $5 daily pass, $25 annual pass, $15 daily camping full service, $10 daily camping primitive.  edit
  • Fort Stevenson State Park, (3 miles south of Garrison), ☎ 701-337-5576, [18]. Year round. Fort Stevenson State Park, located on Lake Sakakawea's north shore, was named for the late 1800s for that served as a supply depot for other military posts in the Dakota Territory. Boaters will find excellent facilities, including boat ramp access, marina, fishing boat rental and boat storage. The North Dakota Governor's Cup Walleye Fishing Derby, as weall as a variety of other events is held here annually. Other amenities includ camping and picnicking facilities, sleeping cabins, visitor center, arboretum and hiking trails. $5 daily pass, $25 annual pass, $15 daily camping full service, $10 daily camping primitive..  edit
  • Icelandic State Park, (5 miles west of Cavalier on Highway 5), ☎ 701-263-4651, [19]. Year round. Situated on Lake Renwick's north shore, Icelandic State Park offers water sports like boating, swimming and fishing. The park also is the site of the Pioneer Heritage Center, which features restored historic buildings providing a glimpse of North Dakota's Homesteading heritage. An early homestead preserves the state's pioneer spirit, while the Gunlogson Nature Preserve, a 200-acre natural wooded area along the Tongue River priovides a sanctuary for plants, birds and wildlife. Nearby attractions include a golf course, Pembina Gorge, Pembina County Historical Museum, Pembina State Museum, snowmobile trail, Frostfire Mountain Ski Resort and Summer Theatre and a state scenic byway. $5 daily pass, $12 annual pass, $15 daily camping full service, $12 daily camping primitive.  edit
  • Lake Metigoshe State Park, (16 miles north of Bottineau), ☎ 701-263-4651, [20]. Year round. Nestled in the scenic Turtle Mountains along the U.S./Candadian border, Lake Metigoshe is one of the most popular year-round vacation spots in North Dakota. The small lakes within the park provide opportunities for fishing, canoeing, boating and swimming. A multitude of trails attract hikers and mountain bikers. Winter bring snowmobilers, cross-country skiers, sledders and ice fishing enthusiasts. The Lake Metigoshe area was home to several Native American tribes, including the Blackfoot and Hidatsa, and later teh Assiniboine and Chippewa. The lake takes its name from the Chippewa phrase, "metigoche washegum," or clear lake surrounded by oak trees. Of all of North Dakota's state parks, Lake Metigoshe contains the greatest acreage of land remaining in its natural condition. The park's woodlands and wetlands are uncommon finds for visitors accustomed to North Dakota's expansive prairie vistas. Aspen and oak woodlands, as well as wetlands, cover much of the park and provide habitat for a wide variety of plant, animal and bird species seldom seen elsewhere in North Dakota. $5 daily pass, $25 annual pass, $15 daily camping full service, $10 daily camping primitive.  edit
  • Lake Sakakawea State Park, (1 mile north of Pick City, ND), ☎ 701-487-3315, [21]. Year round. One the south shore of Lake Sakakawea, adjacent to Garrison Dam, Lake Sakakawea State Park offers a wide range of water-based recreational activities and facilities. The park has a full-service marina including boat rentals, convenience store, fishing guide services, and boat and camper storage. Boat ramps in the park offer deep water access to some of the best fishing on Lake Sakakawea. The park also features modern camping and picnicking facilites. Hikers enjor a segment of the North Country National Scenic Trail. Sleeping cabins are avialble during the summer months. $5 daily pass, $25 annual pass, $15 daily camping full service, $10 daily camping primitive.  edit
  • Lewis and Clark State Park, (19 miles southeast on Highway 1804), ☎ 701-859-3071, [22]. Year round. Situated on one of the upper bays of Lake Sakakawea, the rugged buttes of the North Dakota Badlands display a towering backdrop to one of the state's best recreation areas. The park is named for the Corps of Discovery explorers, Meriwether Lewis and William Clark. The expedition camped nearby on April 17, 1805, and an interpretive trail marker has been placed within the park to commemorate their historic journey through North Dakota. Two rare fish species, the pallid sturgeon and the prehistoric-looking paddlefish, can occasionally be found in the lake's western reaches. A self-guided nature trail allows visitors to become acquainted with the natural communities associated with the park, which is home for many wildlife species including white-tailed deer, mule deer, ring-necked pheasant, porcupine, sharp-tailed grouse and chipmunks. $5 admission to park, $8 primitive camping fee, $14 moderate camping fee.  edit
  • Little Missouri State Park, (19 miles north of Killdeer), ☎ 701-794-3731, [23]. Year round. Little Missouri State Park contains some of the most rugged, picturesque Badlands terrain in North Dakota. Most of the park is accessible only by horseback or hiking. Numerous wildlife species frequent the park, including mule deer, coyote, fox, bobcat and golden eagle. $5 daily entrance pass, $25 annual pass, $12 camping with electrical hookup, $8 camping primitive.  edit
  • Sully Creek State Park, (2 miles south of Medora), ☎ 701-623-2024, [24]. Sully Creek provides primitive camping and related facilities for trail riding, canoeing or hiking. Located in the heart of the North Dakota Badlands, the area is just minutes away from the historic town of Medora and Theodore Roosevelt National Park.  edit
  • Turtle River State Park, (22 miles east of Grand Forks, ND on Highway 2), ☎ 701-594-4445, [25]. Year round. Constructed in the 1930s by the Civilian Conservation Corps, the park is located in a beautiful, wooded valley along the meandering Turtle River. $5 daily pass, $25 annual pass, $15 daily camping full services, $10 daily camping primitive.  edit

[edit][add listing] Do

  • Adventure Activities: Turn off that reality TV and visit a place with real life adventure: North Dakota. When it comes to outdoor activities, North Dakota is hard to beat. Golf the Lewis & Clark Trail, sail across Lake Sakakawea. No matter if it's bicycle or binoculars - an adventure awaits you. Search for activities like hiking, biking, canoeing, camping, boating, skiing, snowmobiling, golfing, wildlife viewing and horseback riding. From serene to extreme - North Dakota has it. Don't let all that fresh air go to waste, go out and have some fun!
  • Agri-tourism: In North Dakota, we answer a lot of questions about agriculture - like "Where does milk come from?" and How do you make spaghetti?". Here, you can live out a real ranch vacation, become a cowboy, even get your hands dirty with some of the best soil in the world.

An Education Vacation in agriculture is one recommended way to experience North Dakota Agri-Tourism. Discover North Dakota's Ranches, Farms & Gardens, see it all from the seat of a saddle, or just stop and take a moment to appreciate the waving greens, the golden amber waves of grain, and the immense modern farm equipment.

  • American Indian Experience: They are the Mandan, Hidatsa, Arikara, the Yanktonai, Sisseton, Wahpeton, Hunkpapa and other Dakotah/Lakotah (commonly known as the Sioux) Tribes, along with the Pembina Chippewa, Cree and Métis.

Though the individual tribes have distinct and different origins, histories and languages, Plains Indians are united by core beliefs and values that emanate from respect for the earth and an understanding of humankind's relationship with nature. Visitors are welcome to explore the reservations and discover the beauty of Indian culture.

  • Archaeology and Paleontology: Millions of years before North Dakota was a state, prehistoric creatures were living out their legendary adventure. Today, you can visit - and excavate at - fossil-bearing sites ranging in age from 30-years to 73-million years.
  • Arts and Entertainment: Concerts, festivals, galleries and more abound in North Dakota. See top-name acts at a casino, or at one of the larger venues, like the FargoDome, Bismarck Civic Center, Minot all Seasons Arena or Grand Forks’ Alerus Center, Ralph Englestad Arena and Chester Fritz Auditorium. Art, created by or simply appreciated by North Dakotans, can be experienced in many ways. Check out the North Dakota Council on the Arts for a good overview. You’ll also want to visit the North Dakota Museum of Art, Plains Art Museum, and the many art and craft fairs you’ll find on the local CVB Web sites.
  • Biking: North Dakota’s varied topography offers mountain bikers many choices for riding. From the one million acres of rugged buttes in the Little Missouri National Grassland to the rolling hills of the Turtle Mountains, North Dakota has many areas for mountain biking, including the Maah Daah Hey Trail waiting to be discovered.
  • Birding: nearly four hundred species of birds inhabit or visit North Dakota.
  • Boating: North Dakota’s lakes and rivers are well equipped with boat landings and great reasons to get out on the water, like legendary fishing.
  • Camping: Whether you're traveling by luxury RV or with a pup-tent in the back of the pick-up, camping adventure awaits you at 1,300 North Dakota campsites.

With 17 State Parks and Recreation Areas and countless local camping facilities, North Dakota is a great place to camp. There is abundant activity available in every park. Pack the smores, sing some campfire songs, and keep an eye towards the sky in case the Northern Lights join your party.

  • Canoeing/Kayaking: North Dakota’s canoeing waters are as diverse as the state itself. Whether canoeists prefer the scenery presented by agricultural plains, rugged Badlands, thickly wooded slopes or gentle river bluffs, North Dakota’s rivers offer a challenge to beginners and experienced paddlers alike.
  • Casinos/Gaming: You'll find fun and excitment throughout the year in North Dakota's casinos. Enjoy a variety of gaming experiences, fine dining and accommodations. Visit casino Web sites for concert and event listings.
  • Education Vacation: One of the fastest growing travel trends is in education vacations. This is an opportunity for visitors to customize their North Dakota experience - have fun and learn new skills - in a variety of areas, including:

•Agriculture •American Indian Studies •Art •Birding •Culinary Arts •Living History •ND Immigrant Cultures •Paleontology

  • Energy: When you drive to the store or flip on a light switch, the energy has to come from somewhere. See how energy is produced in North Dakota by visiting the energy related attractions.
  • Family Fun: Building memories - that's what family fun is all about. In North Dakota your family can follow the trail of Lewis & Clark, dig for fossils buried for millions of years, splash down at a water park, tell ghost stories around a campfire ... and that's just the first day!
  • Fishing: Fishing is good, but let's be honest. Every one of us would rather be catching. Fortunately, North Dakota is famous for its productive fisheries. Our plentiful lakes and rivers are teeming with game fish like northern pike, walleye, perch, trout and bass. Water levels, species diversity, fish sizes and populations are up. So, if you're up for more action, more trophy catches and more fun, North Dakota is your fishing hotspot.
  • Forts: Experience North Dakota's legendary military history through a visit to a fort or state historic site. As settlers pushed west, forts were established to provide protection and central meeting places. The North Dakota State Historical Society operates most historic forts in the state.
  • Geocaching: high tech treasure hunting with the help of a Global Positioning System (GPS), provides another opportunity for outdoor adventure the whole family can enjoy. The North Dakota State Parks System offers a wide variety of natural and historic settings, landmarks and architectural works, to make this state a great getaway for an enjoyable geocaching experience. Come explore the state parks of North Dakota and test your cache seeking skills in some of state’s most scenic and historic settings.
  • Golfing: North Dakota has more golf courses per capita than any other state in the nation, almost 100 courses total.
  • Hiking: Public lands in North Dakota, including state parks, wildlife management areas and refuges, grasslands, national parks, historic sites and recreation areas are open for day hiking of various lengths. Hiking sites include trails with historic or natural features specifically marked for self-guided interpretive walks. These short hikes are excellent for individuals, families or large group learning experiences.
  • Horse and Auto Racing: If you have a need for speed, there's nothing like a Friday night spent cheering for your favorite driver - or horse. The North Dakota Horse Park opened in 2002, in Fargo. Catch thundering action on eight weekends in 2007.
  • Hunting: One of the problems hunters face here is the many options in fall. Making a choice is tough. Hunters can decoy ducks or geese in the morning, chase pheasants in the afternoon and be back in their decoy spread again for the evening flight. Or they can bowhunt for pronghorn and mule deer in the drop-dead gorgeous Badlands. North Dakota is known as the duck factory in the lower 48 states, boasting some of the best duck hunting in the country for birds raised within its borders – and some of the best hunting for birds making southern migrations from nesting grounds in Canada. Upland hunters come from around the country for a shot at ring-necked pheasants, sharp-tailed grouse and Hungarian partridge. Big-game hunts are available, too. Record numbers of deer licenses have been issued in recent years. More often than not, hunters go home not only with game, but wonderful stories to share for years to come.
  • Lewis and Clark Trail: Captain Meriwether Lewis called them "the handsomest plains I ever beheld." North Dakota still boasts breathtaking scenery and its hospitality continues to leave a lasting impression on visitors. Lewis and Clark did all of the hard work, charting and exploring the West, and now you can have all of the fun! Take your own journey to a powwow, drape yourself in a buffalo robe or meander through remains of the home of Sakakawea, the Lewis & Clark Expedition's legendary Indian interpreter and guide.
  • Motorcycling: There is nothing quite like motorcycling in North Dakota. Great highways dissect 70,000 square miles of rural bliss and take riders effortlessly between the state’s larger cities. You won’t find a lot of things here that you do elsewhere: smog, crime, traffic, headaches. But you will find things here you won’t find anywhere else: the nicest people, the North Dakota Badlands, Pembina Gorge, rolling hills and grasslands and the wide open farmland of the Red River Valley.
  • RVing: On highway, there are 350 miles of scenic byways and backways to lead you to some of our favorite “hidden gems.” Create your legendary adventure by way of national park sites, state parks, city and county campgrounds, prairies, Badlands, grasslands and valleys. There are How about discovering a museum made out of rock; or hike into a petrified forest; or discover a young Teddy Roosevelt’s cabin.
  • Scenic Drives: take a break from it all and cruise on one of North Dakota's many scenic drives.
  • Sporting Teams: Be a part of the action in North Dakota. Pound on the glass, feel each step before the slam dunk, hear the crack of the bat and ready your glove for the pop fly. Here you can enjoy minor league baseball, basketball and hockey and never have to worry about the nose-bleed section. Teams include: •Northern League Baseball RedHawks Baseball - Fargo, •NBA D-League Basketball Wizards Basketball - Bismarck, •NAHL Hockey Bobcats Hockey - Bismarck, •USHL Hockey Fargo Force - Fargo
  • Western Experience: North Dakota is often known as the place to visit for a "Real American" experience. In fact, it's why North Dakota is frequently ranked in the Top Five for U.S. destinations by international guests.
  • Wineries: North Dakota is home to four wineries and one vineyard, and the popularity of North Dakota wines is growing. From pumpkin to rhubarb, apple to honey - there's a variety to excite the palate. Tours and tasting is available at all locations.

[edit][add listing] Eat

  • Totten Trail, US 83 at Lake Audubon, rural McLean County. Reasonably priced food in a unique location.

[edit][add listing] Drink

[edit] Stay safe

[edit] Get out

If you're leaving North Dakota by car, you may wish to take Interstate 29 north to Winnipeg, or Interstate 94 east to Minneapolis. The adventurous might choose to drive US 85 straight through the Badlands south to Sturgis, either to see the motorcycle rally, or en route to Mount Rushmore National Memorial and other attractions of the Badlands and Black Hills.

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