There are all the big-name attractions you’ve heard of plenty times in North Dakota, but there are tons of other places hidden around the state that you may not have thought about… or even know about! Today we’re celebrating the under-the-radar treasures found all across the Peace Garden State. How many of these hidden gems in North Dakota have you visited before?

1. Walk of Fame - Fargo
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You may have gone by this Walk of Fame before without a second glance. There are more than 110 signatures on this path from tons of big names - bands like Metallica and country stars like Toby Keith included. See who you can find while strolling down this path.
2. Taube Museum of Art - Minot
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This isn't only an awesome museum with constantly changing art work. It also is located in a building more than 100 years old that was originally a bank. It's definitely an interesting hidden gem worth visiting in North Dakota!
3. On-a-Slant Village - Mandan
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One of the first settlements in North Dakota is still partially preserved here. Four of the original unique shelters still stand today and allow tours. Why not check it out?
4. Jamestown Reservoir - Jamestown
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Other than offering great lakeside activities, the park at Jamestown Reservoir also has a world-class disc golf course. It's the perfect place for a lazy (or active) day out in the summer.

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5. Paul Broste Rock Museum - Parshall
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This quirky museum in Parshall consists of one man's collection of hundreds of rock samples. Some of them are the only ones of their kind in the world. Even if you aren't quite a geologist, it's a pretty neat place to look around. The building itself is also unusual yet cool, and known as the "acropolis on a hill."
6. Pembina Gorge - Walhalla
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Who said North Dakota doesn't have any trees? This beautiful gorge is great if you have an itch to get out into nature and is downright gorgeous (see what we did there?) all year long!
7. Frost Fire Ski & Snow Board Area - Walhalla
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Believe it or not, North Dakota does have skiing! And it is right in the Pembina Gorge, so you can visit that place year round and have a blast. There are two other skiing areas in the state, as well: Huff Hills in Mandan and the Bottineau Winter Park.
8. Larger-Than-Life Statues - statewide
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North Dakota do seem to have a love of oversized animal statues. They can be found pretty much all over the state. Wally the Walleye in Garrison, Wahpper the catfish in Wahpeton, Salem Sue the Holstein cow in New Salem - you name it, we probably have it. Although a bit cheesy to some, going on a scavenger hunt across the state to find these guys and see them in person is actually pretty fun. How many of these roadside attractions in North Dakota have you seen?

What other hidden gems in North Dakota would you recommend visiting?

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What are some other hidden gems in North Dakota?

Who would have guessed that a collection of postmodern art installations could be found along a highway in western North Dakota? Such is the case with the Enchanted Highway, which features metal sculptures depicting local culture, including the Teddy Roosevelt Rides Again installation and the World's Largest Tin Family. This collection of the world's largest scrap metal sculptures is the vision of artist Gary Greff, who set out to do one thing: stop small towns like Regent from dying out. And given the crowds that flock to this attraction each year, we'd say that's a mission well accomplished. This journey starts at Exit 72 on Highway 94 at Gladstone and ends 32 miles south at Regent, where you'll find a gift shop that sells mini sculpture souvenirs of this wonderfully weird roadside attraction.

What are some must-visit attractions in North Dakota?

There are tons of popular, awesome attractions in North Dakota that most everyone knows about, and are totally worth a visit. The first one is the inspiration behind our official state nickname: the International Peace Garden. The spectacular International Peace Garden sits on the border between North Dakota and Canada, in the town of Dunseith, North Dakota. This massive garden has over 80,000 flower blooms each year and they are kept all spring and summer long. It's an absolute must-visit in North Dakota! For more must-visit attractions, check out this list.

Are there any little-known museums in North Dakota I should visit?

If you enjoy perusing museums that are a bit odd and quirky, you'll love these 10 North Dakota museums. If you're into all things prehistoric, the Dickinson Museum Center is a 12 acre campus that may just be the best museum in the state. The center's Badlands Dinosaur Museum houses the largest collection of real dinosaur fossils on display in North Dakota, including a complete Triceratops skull, six full dinosaur skeletons, hundreds of fossils, a colorful mineral collection, and lots of opportunities for hands-on learning. Another favorite is the North Dakota Cowboy Hall of Fame. This unique museum pays homage to culture of North Dakota’s Native American, ranching and rodeo communities through dynamic displays about the state’s rich and colorful western heritage. How fun!

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Jamestown Reservoir, North Dakota, USA
Visit Fargo-Moorhead, 2001 44th St S, Fargo, ND 58103, USA
Taube Museum of Art, 2 Main St N, Minot, ND 58703, USA
Fort Abraham Lincoln State Park, 4480 Fort Lincoln Rd, Mandan, ND 58554, USA
Paul Broste Rock Museum, 508 Main St, Parshall, ND 58770, USA
Pembina Gorge State Recreation Area Trailhead, Langdon, ND 58249, USA
Frost Fire Park, 11950 Co Hwy 55, Walhalla, ND 58282, USA