What to do and see in North Dakota, United States: The Best Bodies of Water

July 21, 2021 Enriqueta Cusson

If you’ve never thought much about North Dakota, maybe it’s time you started. Boasting miles and miles of hiking trails, including the Lewis and Clark trail, in addition to multiple museums, golf courses, casinos and amusement parks, North Dakota is bursting with things to do. Situated smack between the Great Lakes and the Pacific Ocean, North Dakota was once called “America’s Most Affordable Vacation Site” by the American Automobile Association. Meriwether Lewis and William Clark are two of North Dakota’s most famous residents. Tracing the courses of the Missouri and Columbia and rivers, the Lewis and Clark National Historic Trail stretches through 11 states. Thanks to their explorations, visitors to North Dakota with an interest in history can do some exploring of their own. Bismarck is not only the capital of the state, it’s also home to several Lewis and Clark historical sites including Fort Yates, where the pair stopped to trade with the Mandan Indians. For family fun in Bismarck, don’t miss the Dakota Zoo and Raging Rivers Waterpark. With more golf courses per capita than any other state (11 in Bismarck and Fargo alone), golf lovers are sure to find a course to their liking. Agri-tourism is also a popular activity in North Dakota, which ranks first in the production of spring wheat, durum wheat, sunflowers, barley, honey and other crops.
Restaurants in North Dakota

1. Lake LaMoure

La Moure, ND
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5.0 based on 3 reviews

Lake LaMoure

2. Harmon Lake

Hwy 1806 &County Rd 140, Mandan, ND 58554 https://www.facebook.com/harmonlake/
Excellent
100%
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5.0 based on 6 reviews

Harmon Lake

Reviewed By 320emilyy - Bismarck, United States

This is a great place for a Day Trip! Sandy beach, biking/hiking trails, fishing, kayak rental, playground, etc. Something for everyone. A great place to bring a picnic and enjoy a summer day!

3. Missouri River

Bismarck, ND
Excellent
58%
Good
28%
Satisfactory
11%
Poor
2%
Terrible
1%
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4.5 based on 139 reviews

Missouri River

Reviewed By jeffd825 - Fessenden, United States

The Missouri river in Bismarck is a wonderful place to relax. I has parks, roadways, and boat ramps all along the river. City park with camping from roughing it to full service. The river is flowing full to the brim of the banks now as Garrison Dam upriver is releasing overflow control amounts of water. The river view is awesome.

4. Lake Hoskins

Ashley, ND +1 701-288-3347
Excellent
57%
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43%
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4.5 based on 7 reviews

Lake Hoskins

5. Crown Butte Lake

Co Rd 139A, Mandan, ND 58554
Excellent
50%
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50%
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4.5 based on 2 reviews

Crown Butte Lake

6. Upper Souris National Wildlife Refuge

73rd St NW, Carpio, ND 58725 +1 701-468-5467 http://www.fws.gov/refuge/upper_souris/
Excellent
67%
Good
33%
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4.5 based on 3 reviews

Upper Souris National Wildlife Refuge

7. Devils Lake

Devils Lake, ND http://www.devilslakend.com
Excellent
41%
Good
41%
Satisfactory
6%
Poor
9%
Terrible
3%
Overall Ratings

4.0 based on 32 reviews

Devils Lake

8. Keelboat Park

River Road, Bismarck, ND
Excellent
15%
Good
41%
Satisfactory
41%
Poor
2%
Terrible
1%
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3.5 based on 41 reviews

Keelboat Park

Reviewed By RHR2 - Mandan, United States

Great little place to stop by with the kids. Always a great view of the river. great little spot to check out when you drive by.

9. Beach City Pond Fishing Access

100 1st St SW # 752, Beach, ND 58621-4118

Southwest side of Beach. Rainbow trout are stocked annually. Includes fishing pier. No ramp.

10. Lake Ashtabula

Off County Road 21 North, Valley City, ND 58072 +1 701-845-2970
Excellent
45%
Good
36%
Satisfactory
9%
Poor
9%
Terrible
1%
Overall Ratings

4.0 based on 11 reviews

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