Visiting This One Natural Gorge In North Dakota Is Like Experiencing A Dream

North Dakota's landscapes usually consist of vast, rolling prairies and more rugged terrain out west. The river valleys in the state are large and brimming with activity. Tucked up in the furthest reaches of the north, right along the Canadian border, there is a almost magical gorge carved into the land by a river. This gorge has become one of the most notably scenic places in the state and attracts visitors from miles around just to see it and experience all you can do there. It is like stepping into another world and is the perfect place to visit for some outdoor fun year round.

The gorge is absolutely stunning no matter what time of year it is. The forests surrounding the river turn into a lush green paradise in the summer months.

The recreation area surrounding the gorge is used for many things for all kinds of people who love being in the outdoors. Most commonly it is used for ATVs and dirt bikes, but has plenty of trails for hiking, biking, horse back riding, and also the river itself to go on an adventure with.

The Pembina River is great to float down in a canoe or kayak and just enjoy the sights around you.

As soon as the leaves start changing colors in the fall, the gorge turns into a masterpiece.

There are few places in North Dakota that can offer sights like this in the fall. The colors of the forest are especially vibrant this time of year and it is truly a wonder to behold.

As the leaves fall and winter begins to set in, the fun doesn't stop there.

Frost Fire is one of North Dakota's only, and definitely one of the most famous, skiing and tubing areas. Once the snow falls this place is an absolute blast to visit.

Even if you don't ski, you can bring the whole family up for tubing down the hills of the gorge every weekend during this winter season.

You can find more information about Frost Fire tubing and also more information about the Pembina Gorge State Recreation Area by visiting the North Dakota Parks & Recreation site.