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North Dakota is a big state, filled with lakes, streams, and forests. It is the most wonderful place to vacation for the outdoorsman. No matter what your favorite outdoor activity, you are sure to find plenty of action on your North Dakota Vacation.

Gone Fishing

North Dakota has a lot of great streams, rivers, and lakes that are pristine spots for fisherman looking to reel in a prize fish or just to grab some dinner. Silver Lake, Elm Lake, Larson Lake, and the Missouri River are just a few of the hundreds of places around the state that you can drop in a lure and line and hope to pull out a huge fish.

For those who truly live fishing, you might want to travel to the North Dakota Fishing Hall of Fame and Museum. The hall is located in Garrison, and shows a view of the native fishermen from the state as well as uniquely different types of fishing memorabilia. For anyone who calls himself or herself anglers, this museum can’t be missed!

Gone Hunting

Those who enjoy sport hunting will be happy to know that North Dakota offers a sporting variety of game. You can hunt buffalo, whitetail deer, and a variety of waterfowl.

You may even choose to reserve a night at a hunting resort and perhaps even engage a local guide who can take you deep into the territory to find some of the most elusive sport animals in the state such as elk and moose.

Gone Camping

Perhaps you are not an angler nor a hunter, and you would want to just spend your trip camping out under the stars and enjoying the wilderness. North Dakota offers up plenty of land for just that.

Some of the most fun places to camp while in North Dakota are within the Theodore Roosevelt National Park. Juniper Campground and Cottonwood Campground, both within the park can accommodate RVs, trailers, and tents.

Gone Hiking

If you don’t want to go camping and would rather just find a path to hike for a few hours, you will be happy to know that a selection of great trails crisscross this state. You can also find some trails that may take you a few days to complete!

The Lewis and Clark Trail, as well as Custer’s Last Trail, are both popular places for hikers to explore.

No matter what kind of outdoor activity is your favorite, North Dakota is sure to satisfy.