The One Place In North Dakota That Looks Like Something From Middle Earth
Whether you are a fan of J. R. R. Tolkien’s famous fantasy series or not, you don’t have to go far to find a place as enchanting and beautiful as the settings surrounding the adventures of hobbits, elves, and old wizards in the tales. North Dakota has its own Middle Earth, and it’s simply breathtaking. Go on a walk through this park and you will find yourself on an epic journey through one of the state’s most beautiful natural areas.
The rolling green hills of Fort Ransom State Park look like something that would be just outside of The Shire.
This is also part of the Sheyenne State Forest, and the more dense areas are perfectly serene. Hidden deep within the forest is also North Dakota's one and only natural waterfall.
Small creeks can be found in the woods as your journey continues. Everything seems like something from a fairy tale, come to life in better ways than you could imagine.
The state park includes a historic farmstead that adds to the picturesque setting. You can take an amazing drive through it on the Sheyenne River Valley National Scenic Byway, or hike on some of the many trails throughout the forest and the park.
It’s located about 34 miles south of Valley City. If you would like more information, click here.
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.
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