The One Hikeable Lake In North Dakota That’s Simply Breathtaking In The Fall
It’s no secret that North Dakota has some especially beautiful lakes. When fall rolls around, that beauty is amplified by the vibrant leaves of the trees that surround them. You’ve got quite a few options of great places to hit the trails in ND when it comes to fall foliage (check out our dreamy fall road trip to see some of them). By far one of the most popular and top spots to take a lake hike and see the colorful sights of autumn is Lake Metigoshe. Here’s why this should be on the top of your must-do list:
Take a scenic drive up to Lake Metigoshe and you won't be disappointed. This place is full of trees and the route alone is stunning.
The calm waters of the lake reflect the fall colors beautifully. The entire lake is surrounded by dense foliage that becomes so colorful this time of year.
As you explore, you can expect to find marshes and ponds scattered around the lake among the trees. Many animals call this place their home and you're likely to spot some while you're here.
You can extend a hiking trip into an entire camping weekend at their campgrounds, RV hookups, and rentable cabins. Who wouldn't want to sleep under the stars in an area like this?
Everything about Lake Metigoshe is picture perfect year round, but it is definitely the most breathtaking place in the Peace Garden State during the fall season.
Lake Metigoshe is located near Bottineau, North Dakota. For directions, cabin/campground reservation info, and everything else you may need to know, click here.
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Leah moved to North Dakota when she was 12 years old and has traveled from the Red River Valley to the badlands and many places in between. She loves small-town life and currently enjoys living on a small farm in the ND prairie. She's always had a passion for writing and has participated in novel writing challenges such as NaNoWriMo multiple times. Her favorite part about this job is recognizing small businesses that deserve a boost and seeing the positive affect her articles can have on their traffic, especially in rural areas that might have otherwise gone overlooked.
