Upcoming Events
Dickens Geocache Ornament Exchange
Friday, November 28, 2025 at 08:00 am - Friday, December 12, 2025 at 05:00 pm
Categories: Fort Stevenson State ParkGet ready to geocache at Fort Stevenson State Park in honor of the Annual Dickens Village Festival in Garrison, ND! Each Friday during the festival, the park will publish GPS coordinates for four geocaches containing an ornament. Happy hunting!
Dickens Make-It Take-It Classes
Friday, November 28, 2025 at 10:00 am - Saturday, December 13, 2025 at 04:00 pm
Categories: Fort Stevenson State ParkCreate a sweet holiday memory at Fort Stevenson State Park during the Dickens Festival! Drop in for festive make-it, take-it gingerbread house decorating on select dates, perfect for kids ages 4 and up. All sessions take place at the Visitor Center, with a $6 supply fee per house while supplies last. Join us for some hands-on holiday fun!
Hallson Church Caroling
Sunday, December 14, 2025 at 05:00 pm - 12:00 am
Categories: Icelandic State ParkJoin us for caroling in the Hallson Church.
Light the Blockhouse Hike
Sunday, December 14, 2025 at 05:00 pm - 07:30 pm
Categories: Fort Abraham Lincoln State ParkHoliday Puzzle Palooza
Friday, December 19, 2025 at 07:00 pm - Sunday, December 21, 2025 at 09:30 pm
Categories: Lake Metigoshe State ParkMake memories with Lake Metigoshe State Park this holiday season with festive drinks & snacks and a fun, friendly puzzle competition.
Snooze, Stay or Go Away Youth Day Camp
Tuesday, December 30, 2025 at 09:00 am - 04:00 pm
Categories: Lake Metigoshe State ParkLake Metigoshe State Park is excited to offer a winter break day camp for youth ages 9–12. The camp features various hands-on activities about winter adaptations and fun outdoor recreation opportunities.
Winter Survival Skills Youth Day Camp
Wednesday, December 31, 2025 at 09:00 am - 04:00 pm
Categories: Lake Metigoshe State ParkLake Metigoshe State Park is hosting a winter break day camp for youth ages 9–12. This camp features hands-on activities focused on winter survival skills, including fire starting, orienteering, shelter building, and finding food and water.
Last Day Hike
Wednesday, December 31, 2025 at 04:00 pm - 06:00 pm
Categories: Cross Ranch State ParkWrap up 2025 with a hike! Join Cross Ranch State Park for the final hike of the year! Meet at the Visitor Center at 4:00 PM and choose between a 1-mile or 3-mile trek along the Matah Trail. After your hike, warm up by the campfire and enjoy a cup of hot chocolate or apple cider.
Winter Wild Outdoor Women
Friday, February 6, 2026 at 01:00 pm - Sunday, February 8, 2026 at 03:00 pm
Categories: Lake Metigoshe State ParkJoin us at Lake Metigoshe State Park, February 6–8 for the Winter Wild Outdoor Women (WOW) event! Designed for women ages 16+ who want to learn or refine outdoor recreation skills in a safe, hands-on setting. Choose from a variety of indoor and outdoor sessions ranging from skiing, snowshoeing and spearfishing to canning, wilderness first aid, painting, and more.