Why This One Little Town Is North Dakota’s Best Kept Secret
There are plenty of small towns everywhere, but there are few that stand out from the rest as the most perfect, charming small towns, and even less that have unique attractions that really make them special. This small town in the south central region of North Dakota has all of that and more, all packed into one tiny town with a population of just under 800.
Napoleon, North Dakota has everything that makes it an amazing small town. From the simple setting, pleasant residents, beautiful scenery, and everything in between. The town was founded in 1886 and has never had a population very far above 1,000.
Napoleon has everything you need as far as amenities go. If you plan on visiting, try staying at Broken Bell Inn for a comfortable stay in your own little cabin. When you get hungry, there's some amazing options.
For the best breakfast, lunch, dinner, AND dessert, try the White Maid, an adorable diner with food that will blow your tastebuds away. Once you've got a good meal in you, head out to some of Napoleon's attractions.
The Dinosaurs on the Prairie museum is located right near Napoleon, featuring real dinosaurs in terms of agriculture - threshing machines, amazing in their time, now becoming part of the prairie. The outdoor museum is free and fascinating to see.
Looking for an outdoor adventure? The Beaver Lake State Park is just a few miles away. The trails are beautiful all season long and the water is great for anything you could imagine. Fishing, swimming, boating, even water skiing is pretty popular here.
Check out Napoleon’s website for more information, or simply visit if to get the true experience. It truly is a small town hidden gem of North Dakota.
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