10 Inexpensive Road Trip Destinations In North Dakota That Won’t Break The Bank
Road trips and vacations don’t have to be a pricy affair. North Dakota has a plethora of attractions that are inexpensive to visit, or better yet – entirely free! Whether you’re already traveling to somewhere else and want to find a few spots to see on your way, or you want to head out to these places specifically, these destinations are perfect for a road trip that won’t break the bank.
This amazing historic site in Williston, North Dakota has tons to see. The fort itself, the views of the river it lies next to, and lots of history to learn about. Luckily for us, admission is entirely free!
Take a glimpse into the tensions of the Cold War by stopping by a site in rural North Dakota. While visiting here, you can go down deep underground to this vault-like place that was the launch controls for the missiles. Admission is only $10 for adults and $3 for children.
Celebrate the heritage of many North Dakotans at this beautiful park in Minot. See the fascinating architecture of the Gol Stave Church, learn about important Scandinavian historical figures, and see what life is like in Scandinavia. Admission to the park is entirely free.
This charming little town is nestled in the Sheyenne River Valley and is surrounded by beautiful nature. You can stop by the Uff Da Shoppe, one of the restaurants, or take a visit into the Fort Ransom State Park. There is even an unusual hilltop viking statue just outside of town that makes it all the more unique to visit.
Located right by the capitol grounds in Bismarck, this museum has so much to see. Everything having to do with North Dakota and its history - from the time of the dinosaurs to now - is on display. The best part? There is no cost to enter - it is free!
Behold the World's Largest Buffalo and see the real living herd of bison - including the elusive white bison - at this great stop in Jamestown. You can go inside the museum itself and see some bison history, as well as stop by the Frontier Village. Admission to the museum is $8 for adults and $6 for children.
The Enchanted Highway is the best kind of road trip stop since you can literally drive right through it. This section of highway has been transformed into an art gallery of sorts. Along the way you'll see huge metal sculptures - one of which holds a world record for size. Besides the cost of gas to drive through it, there's no fee.
We couldn't make a list of great road trip destinations in North Dakota without including the place that gave us our state nickname, the International Peace Garden. These stunning gardens are especially nice in the summer. There's a lot more to see than just this one view, too. Daily admission per vehicle is $20.
Take a look into a piece of music and television history at the Lawrence Welk birthplace in Strasburg, North Dakota. This delightful little farm is located right on the lakeside and has the original house, barn, and other farm buildings that the famous show host grew up with. Admission is $5 for adults, $3 for children.
North Dakota has so many gorgeous state parks across every region in the state that they are well worth a visit. From forests to lakes, rivers to the badlands, there is little bits of paradise hiding all over. These spots are great for hiking, fishing, and seeing the sights. The daily entrance fee in every park is only $5.
These are just a few of the amazing attractions North Dakota has to offer. If you’re looking to add more to your road trip plans, follow this link.
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