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Places to explore

in north dakota and

minnesota

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MB Johnson Park

Where: Moorhead, MNWhat: A local park in Moorhead with easy access to the outdoors with a short commute time. When: Year-RoundAddress: 3601 11th St N, Moorhead, MN 56560 From Campus: 10 minutes/4 miles Activities: Hiking, Cross-country Skiing, Snowshoe-ing, Biking, Fishing and Boat Launch

WebsiteDirections and Map

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http://www.cityofmoorhead.com/Home/Components/FacilityDirectory/FacilityDirectory/13/349?npage=2

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Edgewood Nordic Ski trails

Where: Fargo, NDWhat: Easy cross-country Skiing Trails available for anybody within the Fargo area. Fun for the entire family!When: Winter monthsAddress: 19 Golf Course Ave N, Fargo, ND 58102From Campus: Approx. 10 minutes/5 miles Activities: : Cross-country Skiing, Sledding, Snow-shoeing. Chalets also available for rent!WebsiteDirections and Map

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https://www.fargoparks.com/cross-country-ski-trails

https://www.google.com/maps/place/Edgewood+Nordic+Ski+Trails/@46.9289753,-96.7686158,17z/data=!3m1!4b1!4m5!3m4!1s0x52c8c9818e28816f:0xd0a9894d1294df8f!8m2!3d46.9289753!4d-96.7664271

sheyenne national grassland

Where: McLeod, NDWhat: Over 70,000 acres of grassland available to a wide range of recreational usage. Features a section of the North Country Trail as well as a number of unique features including Iron Spring Creek and an old fire look-out tower. When: Year - RoundAddress: 6148 154th Ave SE, McLeod, ND 58057 From Campus: Approx. 50 minutes/45 milesActivities: Hiking, Camping, Fishing, Wildlife Viewing, Biking, Cross-country Skiing, SnowshoeingWebsiteDirections and Map

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https://www.fs.usda.gov/recarea/dpg/recarea/?recid=79470

https://www.google.com/maps/place/Sheyenne+National+Grassland/@46.4495023,-97.3142831,17z/data=!3m1!4b1!4m5!3m4!1s0x52ceef0000000001:0xdfd9f6e4eaa77465!8m2!3d46.4495023!4d-97.3120944

Fort ransom state park

Where: Fort Ransom, NDWhat: Fort Ransom State Park is a public recreation area located in the Sheyenne River Valley.When: Year - RoundAddress: 5981 Walt Hjelle Parkway, Fort Ransom ND 58033From Campus: Approx. 1 hour 20 min./77 milesActivities: Camping, Hiking, Snowshoeing, Biking, Cross-country Skiing, Kayaking, CanoeingWebsiteDirections and Map

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https://www.parkrec.nd.gov/fort-ransom-state-park

https://www.google.com/maps/place/Fort+Ransom+State+Park/@46.550572,-97.9358551,17z/data=!3m1!4b1!4m5!3m4!1s0x52cfcab207065b7d:0x5676bcd4491631da!8m2!3d46.550572!4d-97.9336664

Turtle River state park

Where: Arvilla, NDWhat: Turtle River State Park is a public recreation area occupying 775 acres on the Turtle River.When: Year - RoundAddress: 3084 Park Ave NE, Arvilla, ND 58214From Campus: Approx. 1 hour 30 min./95 milesActivities: Hiking, Camping, Fishing, Cross-country Skiing, Snowshoeing


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https://www.parkrec.nd.gov/turtle-river-state-park

https://www.google.com/maps/place/Turtle+River+State+Park/@47.9404223,-97.5018473,17z/data=!3m1!4b1!4m5!3m4!1s0x52c4365cb598bfad:0xa93359057324fbee!8m2!3d47.9404223!4d-97.4996586

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Icelandic state park

Where: Cavalier, NDWhat: This 912-acre park allows visitors to learn about the state’s early settlement and provides an ar-ray of recreational opportunities. When: Year - RoundAddress: 13571 Highway 5, Cavalier, ND 58220From Campus: Approx. 2 hours 30 min./164 milesActivities: Hiking, Biking, Snowshoeing, Cross-country Skiing, Camping, Boating, Swimming, Fishing


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https://www.parkrec.nd.gov/icelandic-state-park

https://www.google.com/maps/place/Icelandic+State+Park/@48.7770583,-97.7535086,17z/data=!3m1!4b1!4m5!3m4!1s0x52c3eaa89b672cdf:0x63612305f56b9acf!8m2!3d48.7770583!4d-97.7513199



grahams island state park

Where: Devils Lake, NDWhat: Campers can enjoy the largely shaded campsites and take part in the numerous national and regional fishing tournaments happening throughout the year. When: Year-RoundAddress: 152 South Duncan Road, Devils Lake, ND 58301From Campus: Approx. 2 hours 45 min./177 milesActivities: Camping, Hiking, Biking, Fishing, Cross-coun-try Skiing, Snowshoeing


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https://www.parkrec.nd.gov/grahams-island-state-park

https://www.google.com/maps/place/Grahams+Island+State+Park/@48.0477711,-99.0617044,17z/data=!3m1!4b1!4m5!3m4!1s0x52db40a1944ea6cd:0xdf7719a0c8963193!8m2!3d48.0477711!4d-99.0595157

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quarry park and nature preserve

Where: St. Cloud, MNWhat: As its name implies, quarry park used to be the lo-cation of granite quarries until the 1950’s. After ceasing mining operation, the land was converted into a park that visitors can now fish, swim and explore the unique rock structures left behind.When: Year-Round Address: 1802 County Road 137, Waite Park, MN 56387 From Campus: Approx. 2 hours 45 min./170 milesActivities: Biking, Cross-country Skiing, Fishing, Geocach-ing, Hiking, Picnicking, Rock Climbing, Scuba Diving, Snowshoeing, SwimmingWebsiteDirections and Map

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https://www.stearnscountymn.gov/396/Quarry-Park-Nature-Preserve

https://www.google.com/maps/place/Quarry+Park+and+Nature+Preserve/@45.536492,-94.2440307,17z/data=!3m1!4b1!4m5!3m4!1s0x52b45f534e18d45f:0x1a0a95976f2968ec!8m2!3d45.536492!4d-94.241842

fort abraham lincoln state park

Where: Mandan, NDWhat: This is the oldest state park in North Dakota and provides a variety of adventures for travelers of all ages. Gaze upon the breathtaking views of the Hear and Missou-ri river bottoms and gain insight into the lives of the Man-dan Native Americans by venturing through reconstructed earth lodges.When: Year-Round Address: 4480 Fort Lincoln Rd, Mandan, ND 58554From Campus: Approx. 3 hours/208 milesActivities: Hiking, Biking, Horseback Riding, Camping, Snowshoeing, FishingWebsiteDirections and Map


https://www.parkrec.nd.gov/fort-abraham-lincoln-state-park

https://www.google.com/maps/place/Fort+Abraham+Lincoln+State+Park/@46.7660582,-100.8500234,17z/data=!3m1!4b1!4m5!3m4!1s0x52d79b2716c2fd7f:0xecbed574b482fbac!8m2!3d46.7660582!4d-100.8478347



Cross ranch state park

Where: Center, NDWhat: Cross Ranch State Park is a public recreation area covering 569 acres on the west bank of the Missouri River.When: Year-RoundAddress: 1403 River Rd, Center, ND 58530From Campus: Approx. 3 hours 30 min./237 milesActivities: Camping, Hiking, Cross-country Skiing, Snow-shoeing, Biking, Fishing



https://www.parkrec.nd.gov/cross-ranch-state-park

https://www.google.com/maps/place/Cross+Ranch+State+Park/@47.2139216,-100.9991776,17z/data=!3m1!4b1!4m5!3m4!1s0x52d8365dc8531487:0x7701b84d4df2bc7b!8m2!3d47.2139216!4d-100.9969889



fort stevensonstate park

Where: Garrison, NDWhat: Known as the “Walleye Capital” of North Dakota, Fort Stevenson is a preferred spot for anyone to experience a great day out on the lake. Park visitors can also enjoy the parks 10 miles of trails in long segments and shorter loops.When: Year-RoundAddress: 1252A 41st Ave NW, Garrison, ND 58540From Campus: Approx. 4 hours/270 milesActivities: Hiking, Fishing, Biking, Cross-country Skiing, SnowshoeingWebsiteDirections and Map

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https://www.parkrec.nd.gov/fort-stevenson-state-park

https://www.google.com/maps/place/Fort+Stevenson+State+Park/@47.5941582,-101.4241398,17z/data=!3m1!4b1!4m5!3m4!1s0x52d8f357d45121d1:0x73d00f9f20ebc890!8m2!3d47.5941582!4d-101.4219511



lake sakakawea state park

Where: Pick City, NDWhat: This park is surrounded by miles of lakeshore, pro-viding breathtakingly stunning views. Visitors can spend time at the swim beach, camping beneath the trees, hiking on the trails or out on the lake. When: Year-RoundAddress: 720 Park Ave, Pick City, ND 58545From Campus: Approx. 4 hours/265 milesActivities: Fishing, Hiking, Camping, Biking, Cross-country Skiing, Snowshoeing


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https://www.parkrec.nd.gov/lake-sakakawea-state-park

https://www.google.com/maps/place/Lake+Sakakawea+State+Park/@47.5290457,-101.4543877,17z/data=!4m8!1m2!2m1!1slake+sakakawea+state+park!3m4!1s0x52d88a8bdf00f821:0x1f7908b748e0123b!8m2!3d47.5288277!4d-101.4480771



lake metigoshestate park

Where: Bottineau, NDWhat: Nestled in the scenic Turtle Mountains along the U.S./Canadian border, Lake Metigoshe is one of the most popular year-round vacation spots in ND. Visitors can enjoy over 8 miles of open hiking trails.When: Year-RoundAddress: 2514 2nd St E, Bottineau, ND 58318From Campus: Approx. 4 hours 25 min./279 milesActivities: Hiking, Biking, Cross-country Skiing, Snowshoe-ing, Canoeing, Kayaking, Snowmobiling, Camping


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https://www.parkrec.nd.gov/lake-metigoshe-state-park

https://www.google.com/maps/place/Lake+Metigoshe+State+Park/@48.9809731,-100.3384847,17z/data=!3m1!4b1!4m5!3m4!1s0x52ddc9f42818bed3:0x45dda8514dc00657!8m2!3d48.9809731!4d-100.336296



lewis and clarkstate park

Where: Epping, NDWhat: Situated on a scenic upper bay of Lake Sakakawea, the rugged buttes of the North Dakota Badlands at Lewis and Clark State Park create a towering backdrop to one of the state’s best recreation areas.When: Year-RoundAddress: 4904 119th Road NW, Epping, ND 58843From Campus: Approx. 6 hours/ 375 miles Activities: Camping, Hiking, Biking, Snowshoeing, Fishing, Kayaking, Canoeing


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https://www.parkrec.nd.gov/lewis-clark-state-park

https://www.google.com/maps/place/Lewis+and+Clark+State+Park/@48.1256443,-103.233667,17z/data=!3m1!4b1!4m5!3m4!1s0x53213a11f6c71a5b:0xf024da05b5f3cc2b!8m2!3d48.1256443!4d-103.2314783

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