Posted in North Dakota May 31, 2019 by

The North Dakota Ski Area That Turns Into A Recreational Getaway In Summer

One of North Dakota’s most popular skiing destinations is also an outdoor recreational paradise in the summer. While some people may think after the lift is shut down and the snowy slopes melt that the fun is over, this particular spot proves you can have fun there year round. If you’re looking for a fantastic spot to spend a sunny summer day or weekend in the great outdoors, here it is:

One of North Dakota's most popular skiing destinations is Frost Fire Park in the scenic Pembina Gorge. Although winter would seem to be its busiest time of the year, it doesn't die down much in the summer.
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After the hills of the gorge go from snow-covered to a lush summer green, the park turns from a skiing, tubing, and snowboarding destination into a summer recreation paradise.
Pembina Gorge State Recreation Area/Facebook
Frost Fire Park has everything you could want for a day of outdoor activities. There is even a summer theatre with various shows from June 30th to July 31st.
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There are 22 miles of trails that you can traverse on foot, horseback, or on permitted motorized vehicles. They wind through the incredible forests the Pembina River valley holds.
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Biking trails are also popular at Frost Fire and you might even see some "remnants" of the ski lifts while you explore, like the arch shown below.
Frost Fire Park/Facebook
Interested in taking on the river itself? The Pembina River is great for kayaking and people love it.
Pembina Gorge State Recreation Area/Facebook
Did you know that this is also the only place in North Dakota you can go white water rafting? Rentals are available from the park, and it's well worth the trip.
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Along with all the outdoor fun, you can stop for a delicious meal inside the park lodge at the Howatt Hangar Grill & Bar.
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No matter how you explore Frost Fire Park, whether it be on foot, bike, riding on a horse, rafting down the river, or even waiting until winter to ski, it's going to be a blast - and a memorable one at that.
Pembina Gorge State Recreation Area/Facebook

Address: 11950 Country Road 55, Walhalla, ND, 58282

For more information on Frost Fire Park and all the Pembina Gorge has to offer, click here.

Even though this may be the only place with a white water river in North Dakota, there are plenty of other rivers across the state with lots to offer. Here is an entire list of them for you to discover.