5 Of The Most Beautiful Fall Destinations In North Dakota

North Dakota is an incredibly breathtaking place year-round – that’s for sure. It has no shortage at all of prairies, plains, mountains, and more to make us really appreciate just how gorgeous this state truly is. There are some parts of this gorgeous state, however, that somehow manage to become even more brilliant in the fall, when the colors are changing from green to gold and red and more. Here are five of our picks for the most beautiful fall destinations in North Dakota!

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Pembina Gorge State Recreation Area Trailhead, Langdon, ND 58249, USA

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Covering more than 2,800 acres of nothing less than extraordinary woodlands and wetlands, Pembina Gorge is an ideal spot for fall foliage viewing. It has more than 30 miles of trails just waiting for you to explore! Read more about fall at the gorge here.

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Fort Ransom State Park, Walt Hjelle Parkway, Fort Ransom, ND, USA

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Nestled within the Sheyenne River Valley is beautiful Fort Ransom State Park. It's just north of the town of Fort Ransom and turns incredible shades of gold and orange every fall. Visit the official Fort Ransom State Park website for more information and all the stuff you'll need to plan your trip.

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Lake Metigoshe, Roland, ND 58318, USA

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Lake Metigoshe is located within the appropriately-named Lake Metigoshe State Park and encompasses 1,500 acres. The park sits in the Turtle Mountains, a place so beautiful that it's known for its brilliant fall color year in and year out. We recommend a relaxing hike to the lake to truly enjoy the splendor of fall.

Fort Abraham Lincoln State Park, 4480 Fort Lincoln Rd, Mandan, ND 58554, USA

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Fort Abraham Lincoln is a beautiful place all year, but autumn is special. There's just something so relaxing and wonderful about historic buildings and locations surrounded by warm autumn vibes, including second-to-none amazing color. Read more about Fort Abraham Lincoln State Park in this previous article.

Theodore Roosevelt National Park, North Dakota, USA

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This national park has earned its spot on this list for sure! The painted canyons offer up an incredible foreground for stunning fall foliage you won't find anything like anywhere else. You'll fall in love with this one immediately, we promise. Click here to learn all about the breathtaking beauty that is Theodore Roosevelt National Park.

So, what are your picks for the most beautiful fall destinations in North Dakota? Tell us all about them by filling out this form or by leaving a comment – we love to hear from you, and you never know. You might just see your ideas featured someday!