If you’re really looking for a way to explore North Dakota’s scenic landscapes while traversing the longest trail in the state and one of the longest in the country, then you’ll want to check out the North Country Scenic Trail. This huge trail goes through many states and if the North Dakota section was stretched out straight, would span across the entire state and then some. It will take you through beautiful places and give you quite the experience.

This trail is the longest trail in North Dakota but it is only one section of an even bigger overall trail. It will take you through some truly gorgeous parts of the Peace Garden State.
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It's called the North Country Scenic Trail, and it spans all the way from New York state and ends in North Dakota, but not before going across more than half the state. The ND section is alone over 400 miles long!
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Taking the trail in ND will bring you on a journey through places like the Sheyenne Grassland and Sheyenne River Valley, Fort Ransom State Park, and many different places along the way.
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You'll see historic sites, scenic overlooks, lovely parks, and tons of North Dakota countryside plus things like Lake Ashtabula and the Sheyenne River.
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It goes through places like Valley City and near many other large and small towns.
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Finally, the trail ends at North Dakota's largest lake, Lake Sakakawea. It is not a feat that is easy to undertake all together, but you can enjoy sections of the trail by jumping on and off of it at your choosing. It's amazing!
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For more information about the North Country Scenic Trail and where you can find it, click here.

Looking for trails that aren’t quite as incredibly lengthy as this one? North Dakota has some fantastic short trails under 3 miles that will bring you to some of the prettiest places without the grueling trek.

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