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Beaver Lake State Park

Comprising 283 acres, the park provides modern and primitive camping and 3
camping cabins close to the lake. Visitors will find an amphitheater, picnic
shelters, playground, modern comfort stations with showers and miles of hiking
and biking trails.

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TRNP - South Unit

Set in the colorful canyons of the western North Dakota Badlands this national
park's trails and drives take you to scenic vistas with stunning views of the
Painted Canyon and the Little Missouri River, a petrified forest and open range
populated by bison, horses, elk, prairie dogs, and other wildlife.

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TRNP - North Unit

Scenic views and sweeping vistas and unique opportunities for wildlife viewing.
Points of interest include: River Bend Overlook and CCC shelter, Oxbow Overlook,
Cannonball Concretions Pullout, Caprock Coulee Nature Trail, and Achenbach
Trail.

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Fort Union Trading Post

Between 1828 and 1867, Fort Union was the most important fur trade post on the
Upper Missouri River where the Assiniboine and six other Northern Plains Tribes
exchanged buffalo robes and smaller furs for goods from around the world.

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Chan SanSan

South of Jamestown, starting in Adrian, this scenic backway highlights the
beautiful James River Valley. When travelers descend to the valley, they can see
the panorama of a winding river surrounded by tall grass prairie and
wildflowers.

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Rendezvous Region

This backway located in northeast North Dakota is a special place steeped in
history, with natural resources, recreation, scenic beauty and culture. Winding
along the bends of the Pembina River you can enjoy the panorama views of the
Pembina Gorge.

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Turtle Mountain

The byway begins its upward accent winding through the calm serene beauty of the
Turtle Mountains passing farmsteads, pasture land, recreational areas, beautiful
blue lakes, tree covered wildlife areas and then descends into the foothills
with a spectacular view of the prairie.

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Des Lacs Refuge

As its name suggests, the 13-mile Des Lacs National Wildlife Refuge Scenic
Backway offers ample opportunities for spotting a variety of wildlife, from deer
and moose to more than 250 species of birds like raptors and waterfowl.

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Killdeer Mountain Four Bears

From the Killdeer Mountains to the deeply entrenched Little Missouri River
Breaks and Badlands, this 64-mile byway provides a unique and enchanting
landscape in one of the most scenic areas of western North Dakota.

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Old Red Old Ten

An alternative to I-94 between Mandan and Dickinson, this route offers a
leisurely drive through lovely, rural countryside and leads through Almont, New
Salem, Glen Ullin, Hebron, Richardton and the Schnell Recreation Area, a
2,000-acre nature preserve.

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Standing Rock

Visitors are welcome to travel the Standing Rock National Native American Scenic
Byway. Grand vistas present the Missouri River along the same routes traveled by
Lewis and Clark, Sakakawea and Sitting Bull. View buffalo herds and eagles'
nests.

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Sakakawea

This byway highlights fantastic views of the Missouri River Valley along with
some of the state's most outstanding Lewis and Clark destinations. Visitors are
able to follow the course of this great journey and discover history and
culture.

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Sheyenne River Valley

Nature and scenery at its best, archaeology, history, culture, and recreation
can be found along this byway. Tree-lined, rolling hills are dotted by quaint
towns and farmsteads, lending to its Americana charm. This is ND's first
nationally recognized scenic byway.

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TRNP - North Unit

Enjoy lush meadows and breathtaking backdrops of brilliantly colored rock
formations set against wide-open blue skies. Spot wildlife such as bison,
prairie dogs, bighorn sheep, coyotes and even an occasional moose.

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Native American Culture
Standing Rock

The Standing Rock Nation is part of the Lakota/Dakota/Nakota nation that once
controlled a vast area from the James River in North and South Dakota to the Big
Horn Mountains of Wyoming. North Dakota communities on the tribal lands are
Cannon Ball, Fort Yates, Porcupine, Solen and Selfridge.

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Trenton

In the 1800s, members of the Chippewa tribe expanded their hunting areas
westward from the Turtle Mountains into the area of present-day Trenton. In
1975, the Trenton Indian Services Area was established in order for members to
maintain their identity with the Turtle Mountain Chippewa tribe.

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Sisseton-Wahpeton Oyate

The Sisseton-Wahpeton Band is a subdivision of the eastern or Dakota Native
Americans. Within the three major divisions of the Dakota/Lakota/Nakota Nation,
there are seven major bands, which are referred to as the Seven Council Fires.

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Spirit Lake Nation

This is one nation with different language dialects but only slightly differing
cultures. The tribe migrated to the Great Plains from near Lake Superior and by
the early 1800s dominated the northern plains. In 1867, a treaty established
about 245,000 acres for the Fort Totten Reservation in Benson, Nelson, Eddy and
Ramsey counties.

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Mandan, Hidatsa & Arikara Nation

The Fort Berthold Reservation straddles the north and south shores of Lake
Sakakawea, named after the Native American woman who accompanied the Lewis &
Clark Expedition. 

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Turtle Mountain Band of Chippewa

The Turtle Mountain Reservation is in Rolette County in the wooded, rolling
hills of north-central North Dakota. The ancestors of the Turtle Mountain Band
of Chippewa migrated from the Great Lakes in the late 1400s. The Chippewa
developed lasting relationships with the Cree and French.

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Sully Creek

Located in the heart of the North Dakota Badlands, Sully Creek is minutes away
from the historic town of Medora and Theodore Roosevelt National Park and easy
access to the 120-mile long Maah Daah Hey Trail.

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Lewis and Clark

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.

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Little Missouri

Little Missouri State Park contains 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.

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Cross Ranch

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 to explore this scenic segment of the river, while anglers
will find walleye, trout, catfish, salmon, pike and bass in its waters.

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Fort Ransom

North Dakota's homesteading heritage is preserved at Fort Ransom State Park. The
park, nestled in the picturesque and heavily wooded Sheyenne River Valley is a
natural and scenic area located on the Sheyenne River Valley National Scenic
Byway.

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Turtle River

Constructed in the 1930s by the Civilian Conservation Corps, the park is located
in a beautiful wooded valley along the meandering Turtle River. The park
features year-round recreational activities, including camping, picnicking,
hiking, mountain biking, cross-country skiing and sledding.

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Icelandic

Located on the north shore of Lake Renwick, Icelandic State Park offers visitors
not only a wide array of recreational opportunities, but also glimpses of North
Dakota's homesteading heritage and its natural beauty.

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Grahams Island

Grahams Island State Park offers camping and picnicking facilities, a boat ramp,
bait shop and fuel facility. The park hosts numerous national and regional
fishing tournaments during the year, as Devils Lake offers some of the best
fishing in the Midwest.

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Lake Metigoshe

The rolling hills, aspen forests and small lakes attract nature and photography
lovers to the area. The lake is noted for its northern pike, walleye and perch.
Enjoy hiking the The Old Oak Trail, a National Recreation Trail. The park has
both modern and primitive camping and more.

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Fort Abraham Lincoln

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.

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Fort Stevenson

Fort Stevenson State Park was named in honor of Brigadier General Thomas Greeley
Stevenson, a Union officer who was killed on May 10, 1864, during the Battle of
Spotsylvania (PA). The original site of the fort, now underwater, was located on
the north bank of the Missouri River about two miles southwest of the present
park site.

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Lake Sakakawea

Lake Sakakawea flows 180 miles through central and western North Dakota and is a
wonderland for anglers, boaters, campers and swimmers who take advantage of its
immense size year-round. With more shoreline than the California Pacific coast
and easy access points, there is something here for every outdoor enthusiast.

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Historic Sites
Chateau De Mores

This 26-room, two-story frame building was built in 1883 as the summer residence
of the Marquis's family. The Chateau is now a historic house museum and contains
many of the original furnishings and personal effects of the de Mores family.

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Fort Buford

This site preserves remnants of a vital frontier plains military post
established in 1866 to protect overland and river routes and is located near the
confluence of the Missouri and Yellowstone rivers southwest of present-day
Williston. It served 29 years as a major supply depot for military field
operations.

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Missouri-Yellowstone Confluence Interpretive Center

Located one-half mile east of Fort Buford State Historic Site, this Interpretive
Center tells the story of the confluence of these two mighty rivers. 

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Fort Clark

An important archeological site because of its well-preserved records. More than
150 years ago, it was the scene of devastating smallpox and cholera epidemics
that decimated most of the inhabitants of a Mandan and later an Arikara Indian
village. The archaeological remains of the large earthlodge village, cemetery,
and two fur trade posts.

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Double Ditch Indian Village

Site contains ruins of the Mandan Native American earthlodge village believed to
have been inhabited for nearly 300 years until 1781. The remains of earthlodges,
refuse mounds and the surrounding fortification ditches are clearly
discernible. Interpretive signs highlight important features around the site.

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ND Heritage Center & State Museum

This 97,000-square-foot facility tells the history of North Dakota. Galleries
take guests through the state's history from present day all the way back to the
Ice Age. Enjoy performances in the digital Great Plains Theater, browse the gift
store and enjoy lunch at the cafe. 

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Former Governors' Mansion

Located at 320 E. Ave. B in Bismarck, the site consists of a large two and
one-half story, restored Victorian house and a carriage house. Constructed in
1884, it housed 20 chief executives between 1893 and 1960. Unique room exhibits
feature the restoration process, architectural style changes, and furniture used
by several governors.

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Camp Hancock

This site preserves part of a military installation established as Camp Greeley
in 1872 to provide protection for workers then building the Northern Pacific
Railroad. The camp's name was changed to Camp Hancock in 1873. 

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Welk Homestead

The Welk Homestead, located northwest of Strasburg, interprets agriculture in
the early 20th century, German-Russian culture and architecture, and the career
of bandleader Lawrence Welk, who grew up on the farm.

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Whitestone Hill

The site is a place of remembrance for the 100 to 300 people who were killed
here in early September, 1863. Today the site features a 1909 monument to the US
soldiers, and a 1941 monument to the Native people who died, 14 interpretive
panels and fieldstone shelter.

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Historic 1883 Stutsman County Courthouse

Built in 1883, it is North Dakota's oldest surviving courthouse and is listed on
the National Register of Historic Places. It is significant for its
architectural style - one of only two county courthouses in the state in the
Gothic Revival Style, and for its pressed metal interior walls of the building.

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Fort Abercrombie

Known historically as "the Gateway to the Dakotas," Fort Abercrombie was the
first permanent U.S. military fort established in what was to become North
Dakota. The fort guarded the oxcart trails of the later fur trade era, military
supply wagon trains, stagecoach routes, and steamboat traffic on the Red River.

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Ronald Reagan Minuteman Missile

This site actually consists of two sites telling the story of the Cold War
years, they are the Oscar-Zero Missile Alert Facility and the November-33 Launch
Facility. They are the last remnants of the 321st Missile Wing, a cluster of
intercontinental ballistic missile launch sites.

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Gingras Trading Post

This site preserves the 1840s home and trading post of Métis legislator and
businessman Antoine Blanc Gingras, northeast of Walhalla in Pembina County.

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Fort Totten

This site preserves a military post built in 1867 and used continuously as a
military location until 1890 when it became a school for Native American
children. The brick buildings, which replaced an earlier log fort, appear much
as they did when built and the original buildings are being used to house museum
exhibits.

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Menoken Indian Village

This village was established about 800 years ago on a quiet wooded spot beside
Apple Creek and was built just as farming first began to arrive in this region.
This Agricultural Revolution brought changes as great as the later Industrial
Revolution, and archaeologists continue to look for clues to how these changes
affected the villagers at Menoken.

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Pembina State Museum

After the ocean drained and the glaciers left, people came to find a rich
landscape in the Red River Valley. Bison hunters, fur traders, and farmers have
all made this land their home. Visit the Pembina State Museum to see 100 million
years of history.

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Huff Indian Village

Listed on the National Register of Historic Places and as a National Historic
Landmark, the site preserves a large prehistoric village occupied by the Mandan
Native Americans around 1450. Self-guided interpretive walk.

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Knife River Indian Villages

Native Americans occupied this area for more than 11,000 years. Remains of three
Hidatsa villages with 210 depressions at the national historic site. Home of
Sakakawea, a modern museum, and a visitor center.

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Williston

The city most commonly associated with the Bakken oil boom is bustling with
things to see and do in the city and nearby areas including dining, shopping and
local breweries. Try out the ARC, a hub for recreation enthusiasts, and enjoy
attractions such as Missouri-Yellowstone Confluence Interpretive Center, Lake
Sakakawea, and Fort Union and Fort Buford.

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Watford City

Long before Watford City became the epicenter of the state's energy boom, it was
the center of activity between the North Unit of Theodore Roosevelt National
Park and Williston. It's an area steeped in history, culture and scenic beauty,
and today it is bustling with new things to see and do, family fun, shopping and
dining.

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Wahpeton

Whether you get excited about fishing in the Red River, golfing a classic course
spread out over two states, visiting the zoo or simply riding in circles on a
carousel, Wahpeton has something for you.

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Valley City

Begin your tour of Valley City at the Rosebud Visitor Center. You will learn the
history of the Red River Valley through insightful exhibits that include an 1881
Superintendent’s railcar. Take in the City of Bridges Scenic Tour, Medicine
Wheel Park, VCSU Planetarium, the North Country National Scenic Trail, golfing,
dining, shopping and more.

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Stanley

Find unique and fun flavors at Dakota Drug with the only surviving Whirl-A-Whip
machine, used to mix various tasty morsels into its ice cream. Learn more about
the history of the area, visit Flickertail Village, and over at the Sibyl Center
enjoy a wide variety of art programs. Nature lovers can get their fill of birds
and wildlife at the Lostwood National Wildlife Refuge.

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Pembina

Pembina is a small town situated on the border of the United States and Canada.
It is a great place to visit for the adventurous tourist who wants to explore
the area and experience a unique culture. It is home to Pembina State Museum,
Frostfire Park, and some of the most beautiful scenery in the state with rolling
hills, lush green forests, and lakes. 

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New Town

New Town is located at the heart of Lake Sakakawea, and this lakeside town is
rich in Native American history - visit the MHA Interpretive Center, Three
Affiliated Tribes Museum, the Four Bears Bridge, Crow Flies High Butte, 4 Bears
Casino & Lodge and more.

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Linton

Small town hospitality with big city amenities! This clean, progressive
community is a well known rural community. If you enjoy hunting, the area is
nationally known for pheasant hunting and has an abundant deer population. Enjoy
walking and biking trails, a fitness center, and a spacious pool, and many more
area amenities.

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Jamestown
Jamestown

Jamestown has long been known for its buffalo, but there is a lot more to this
eastern North Dakota city than the World’s Largest Buffalo and the National
Buffalo Museum. Enjoy the Shan Sansan Scenic Backway, Sports Hall of Fame,
activity center, arts center, unique lodging, breweries, wineries, art
galleries, outdoor art, parks, trails, shopping, dining and more.

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Dunseith

Dunseith has a post office that has been in operation since 1884. Visit the
stunning International Peace Garden with 2,300 acres of nature’s beauty,
freshwater lakes, scenic hiking and driving trails, wildflowers, and wildlife.
Enjoy a round of golf, check out the massive W'eel Turtle sculpture, and relax
in the nearby campgrounds.

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Devils Lake

Devils Lake is known as one of the best fisheries in this part of the country.
The city namesake, meanwhile, is equally alluring for its small-town charm and
friendly people, making a trip to Devils Lake is exciting year-round. Window
shop and browse unique stores downtown than grab a bite to eat at the many
dining establishments.

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Crosby

Crosby is a small city with a surprising number of things to see and do, making
it a great destination for a getaway. Visit the Divide County Courthouse, a
beautiful building is listed on the National Register of Historic Places and
features ornate decorations, stained glass, and mosaic floors and more. 

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Bowman

Depending on your direction of travel, Bowman, in southwest North Dakota, is the
first or last town you will encounter in the state. Take some time to see and
learn about nearby dinosaur finds and the town's past by visiting the Pioneer
Trails Regional Museum. Enjoy fun eateries and shopping downtown.

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Mandan

The Bismarck-Mandan area has welcomed visitors since Lewis and Clark paddled up
the Missouri River in 1804. Mandan is home to State Railroad Museum, Dykshorn
Park, Fort Lincoln trolley, Fort Abraham Lincoln State Park and the Custer
House, along with breweries, raging rivers water park, shopping, dining, golfing
and more.

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Bismark

The Bismarck-Mandan area has welcomed visitors since Lewis and Clark paddled up
the Missouri River in 1804. Enjoy downtown dining, breweries, shopping, and
outdoor art. Cruise down the Missouri River on the Lewis & Clark riverboat. Walk
the trails, visit the many parks, the Dakota Zoo, museums and more.

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Medora

Medora is located in the Badlands of North Dakota and is the gateway to the
south unit of Theodore Roosevelt National Park. Plan a vacation to this historic
and western town and enjoy the beautiful scenery it has to offer. Visit the
North Dakota Cowboy Hall of Fame, then enjoy some unique dining and shopping
downtown, fun trails, and in the summer, the Medora Musical.

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Hettinger

Hettinger is an ideal destination for those seeking an adventure off the beaten
path. From its picturesque rolling hills to its vibrant history, Hettinger is a
small town with plenty to explore. Visitors can take a stroll down Main street,
soak up local culture at the Dakota Buttes Museum or spend an afternoon with
nature at one of the town's numerous parks or nearby state parks.

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Dickinson
Dickinson

Dickinson is considered the gateway to the Theodore Roosevelt National Park and
many recreational opportunities. With fun-filled attractions and annual
festivals, downtown comes alive with shopping, dining concerts and street fairs.
History buffs will enjoy the Dickinson Museum Center, where life-sized dinosaurs
and an array of fossils are on display.

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Bottineau

Bottineau is a four-season playground located at the foot of the Turtle
Mountains near the International Peace Garden. Bottineau is also a short ride
from Lake Metigoshe, and the Bottineau Winter Park ski and snowboard area. This
vibrant small community is home to Pride Dairy, the last small town creamery in
the state, unique shopping, and more.

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Minot
Minot

Best known as the “Magic City,” this vibrant city is full of attractions,
including Roosevelt Park Zoo, Dakota Territory Air Museum, Magic City Discovery
Center and the Scandinavian Heritage Park. Enjoy local cuisines blended with
flavors from around the globe, including bakeries, pubs, fine dining and family
style restaurants.

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Carrington

Outdoors enthusiasts will enjoy this small town in the heart of the Central
Flyway with some of the best birding opportunities in the nation. In town visit
the Putnam House on Main Street and the Foster County Museum for a look into the
past. Carrington features a collection of unique retail offerings, including
Creative Treasures, the Garden Gate and more.

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Fargo

The vibrant downtown offers unique lodging, eating establishments, breweries,
theaters and entertainment venues and the metro area has several college and
active art communities with several museums, including the Fargo Air
Museum, Bonanzaville pioneer village, Plains Art Museum, Roger Maris Museum and
the Children’s Museum at Yunker Farm.

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Grand Forks

Grand Forks is a vibrant, picturesque city situated on the banks of the Red
River of the North. It is the third largest city in North Dakota and the proud
home of the University of North Dakota. With its vibrant downtown area,
excellent restaurants and shopping venues, ample attractions, and trails, Grand
Forks is an ideal spot to enjoy year-round.

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Bismarck

The Bismarck-Mandan area has welcomed visitors since Lewis and Clark paddled up
the Missouri River in 1804. Enjoy downtown dining, breweries, shopping, and
outdoor art. Cruise down the Missouri River on the Lewis & Clark riverboat. Walk
the trails, visit the many parks, the Dakota Zoo, museums and more.

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Your Legendary
North Dakota Bucket List

Pardon our forwardness, but we think North Dakota should be on everyone’s bucket
list. So we’ve created this awesome list to help us recommend what to add to
your legendary bucket-list. Select the dot to indicate your interest and arrow
forward to see more options, and let the endless ideas inspire you.

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ACCESSIBLE HIKING TRAILS IN NORTH DAKOTA

Nature & Outdoor Activities


ACCESSIBLE HIKING TRAILS IN NORTH DAKOTA

Wheelchair Accessible Hiking Trails Boicourt Overlook Trail, South Unit of the
Theodore Roosevelt National Park Surface: Concrete Boicourt Trail is located
approximately halfway along the...

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BREWERIES, WINERIES AND DISTILLERIES

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BREWERIES, WINERIES AND DISTILLERIES

Whether you like your beer robust and rich, hoppy, or light, these breweries are
sure to please your senses with their award-winning, in-house brews. An...

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CULTURAL CUISINE

Culinary Experiences


CULTURAL CUISINE

Let your taste buds lead you on an adventure with authentic cultural cuisine
served in restaurants with roots from around the globe. Bismarck/Mandan Eat
Thai...

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FARM TO TABLE

Farm to Table


FARM TO TABLE

If you are looking for some of the freshest, mouth-watering, and
seasonally-unique foods, you need to grab a seat at these Farm to Table
establishments...

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CUP OF JOE

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CUP OF JOE

When you are ready to slow down and enjoy a quality, hand-crafted coffee drink,
sip on some tea, or munch on some savory baked goods...

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UPTOWN FUNK

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UPTOWN FUNK

These Uptown Funk joints will pique your interest and tease your taste buds with
inventive and funky fare. Fargo Rhombus Guys The Red River Valley’s...

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FINE DINING

Food & Beverage


FINE DINING

Revel in the ultimate fine-dining experiences and indulge in tantalizing fare!
These upscale eateries provide unique, seasonal-inspired menus and one-of-a-kind
atmospheres. Bismarck Butterhorn Located in...

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BY THE SLICE

Food & Beverage


BY THE SLICE

In the mood for a pizza? Check out these By the Slice stops for uniquely
creative, homemade, wood-fired, and traditional pies. Bismarck/Mandan A & B...

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SWEET TOOTH

Food & Beverage


SWEET TOOTH

From made-from-scratch pastries, freshly baked pies, muffins and cookies, to ice
cream and chocolate-covered potato chips, you will be sure to satisfy any Sweet
Tooth...

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LOCAL FARE

Culinary Experiences


LOCAL FARE

Enjoy the nostalgic feeling of old-fashioned home-cooked meals and quaint
atmospheres. Or delight in classic western eats, steaks and burgers while
relishing in rustic and...

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LEGENDARY EVENTS

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Aug 21 - 25
Ransom County Fair
Lisbon, ND
Aug 16 - 18
Off The Charts Music Festival
Cavalier, ND
Sep 13 - 15
Wild Outdoor Women (WOW) Event (Fall)
Bottineau, ND
Sep 21 - 22
The Bismarck Marathon
Bismarck, ND
Aug 14 - 15
Hazen Chalkfest
Hazen, ND
Jun 15 - Sep 28
Town Square Farmer's Market
Grand Forks, ND

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