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North Dakota Hike Fest
Friday, August 22, 2025 at 06:00 pm - Saturday, August 23, 2025 at 07:00 pm
Categories: Lake Sakakawea State parkCelebrate the North Country National Scenic Trail in North Dakota with a weekend of hiking, history, and community! In partnership with the Central Flyway Chapter, Lake Sakakawea State Park is hosting two days of guided hikes, educational programs, and family-friendly fun.
Pedals & Popsicles
Saturday, August 23, 2025 at 10:00 am - 11:00 am
Categories: Fort Abraham Lincoln State ParkPedals and Popsicles is back! This ranger led approx. mile-long bike ride will start at the Visitor Center and will take you on paved bike paths and unpaved trails through the park. We will end at the amphitheater where there will be popsicles waiting to be enjoyed.
Star Party
Saturday, August 23, 2025 at 09:00 pm - 11:30 pm
Categories: Fort Abraham Lincoln State ParkExperience the magic of the night sky at Fort Abraham Lincoln State Park’s Star Party! Join us at Cavalry Square from 9-11:30 p.m. for an unforgettable stargazing adventure.
Glow Hike
Saturday, August 30, 2025 at 07:00 pm - 10:00 pm
Categories: Fort Abraham Lincoln State ParkThis Labor Day weekend, the legendary Glow Hike returns to Fort Abraham Lincoln. Throughout the hike there will be UV light and music party stations. Join us prior to the event to utilize our face painting stations and get your glow on!
Evening Hike Series: Lantern Hike
Saturday, August 30, 2025 at 08:30 pm - 09:30 pm
Categories: Fort Stevenson State ParkLight your path with a paper lantern on this 2-mile ranger-guided hike along the perimeter trail. Bring your own lantern or borrow one from the Visitor Center. (Battery or solar-powered lanterns only, please.)
Recent News
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Campground improvements coming to several state parks this fall
Tuesday, August 5, 2025 at 02:00 pm
Bismarck, ND – Exciting upgrades are on the horizon at several North Dakota state parks, providing an improved experience with more powerful and reliable electricity and on-site water access at many campsites, and a large upgrade project at Rough Rider State Park.
Artists selected for 2025 ND state parks residency program
Thursday, June 19, 2025 at 11:00 am
Bismarck, ND – The North Dakota Parks and Recreation Department, along with North Dakota Council on the Arts, announced the selection of three artists for the 2025 Artist in Residency Program. This program aims to support North Dakota artists in creating art inspired by the beauty of the state parks.
North Dakota awards funding for new trails and outdoor recreation projects
Thursday, June 5, 2025 at 02:00 pm
The North Dakota Parks and Recreation Department Recreational Trails Program (RTP) received 20 applications totaling $3.9 million in project fund grant requests. This is the largest amount ever requested in the program’s history. The RTP has allocated approximately $1 million to award through the Federal Highway Administration. The RTP Advisory Committee ranked and selected five of the 20 projects to receive funding this year.
State park visitors can help protect parks from invasive species
Sunday, May 4, 2025 at 12:30 pm
Bismarck, ND – The North Dakota Parks and Recreation Department, in partnership with the North Dakota Game and Fish Department, is highlighting the importance of stopping the spread of Aquatic Nuisance Species (ANS) during the week of May 4-10.
North Dakota celebrates Roughrider OHV Trail expansion with ribbon cutting ceremony
Friday, May 2, 2025 at 12:30 pm
MANDAN, ND – Today, state and local officials along with private partners gathered to celebrate the official ribbon cutting for the newly expanded Roughrider Trail, an exciting project that enhances outdoor access and strengthens North Dakota’s reputation as a premier destination for recreation and tourism.