The Secret Waterfall In North Dakota That Most People Don’t Know About

Discover North Dakota's only natural waterfall, Mineral Springs Waterfall, located in Sheyenne State Forest along the North County National Scenic Trail.

North Dakota is known for being flat, treeless, and full of wide open fields. The people who think those things would be proven entirely wrong at this one spot in the state featuring this one-and-only, North Dakota waterfall. As you'll soon learn, this gem is tucked away in a state forest along the North County National Scenic Trail. If you're curious to know more, read on to learn about these secret waterfalls in North Dakota.

The North Country National Scenic Trail spans from New York to North Dakota. You'll find some very interesting spots and scenic views along the way.

One of those picturesque spots in North Dakota is the state's only natural waterfall, located just between Lisbon and Fort Ransom.

The waterfall is hiding in the Sheyenne State Forest, located around the Sheyenne River.

The area where these waterfalls in North Dakota are located is full of trees and plenty of trails; in both the state forest area and other places like Fort Ransom State Park.

These waterfalls in North Dakota are called Mineral Springs Waterfalls and form from a small underground spring that eventually flows into the Sheyenne River. The hike to the waterfall is 2.3 miles and meanders through the scenic forest.

You'll find the Mineral Springs Waterfall at the end of this trail. As you'll see, it softly trickles down the ledge and onwards towards the river. While the waterfalls may be small, I think they're charming. Don't you agree?

Have you been to this secret North Dakota waterfall? If so, let us know what you thought of them in the following comments section.

After spending time visiting these waterfalls in North Dakota, how about checking out some more hikes in the state? For ideas of where to go on your next outdoor adventure, take a look at these scenic North Dakota hikes.

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