The Historic Town In North Dakota That Comes Alive During The Winter Season
Tori Jane
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Medora is a beautiful small town in North Dakota that has one very special distinction: it’s one of the only towns that lies entirely within the borders of a National Park, and in the winter, it becomes something magical. Don’t get us wrong – it’s amazing all year! – but when it’s covered in snow, it becomes something else entirely – something you’ll never want to do without. Come along and let us show you why you should visit Medora. It’s the ideal place for people to spend winter in North Dakota.
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For even more amazing reasons why Medora is the perfect winter town in North Dakota, visit the official town of Medora website as well as the Medora, ND Facebook page and learn all about why it’s a winter wonderland.
What are your favorite winter escapes in North Dakota? What about your favorite winter town in North Dakota? What types of things do you like to do during winter in North Dakota? Tell us about your picks in the comments, and you might see yours featured someday!
You might also want to read The Hidden Castle In North Dakota That Almost No One Knows About.
If you’d like to explore winter hikes in and around the area, you can find some great trails by going to the AllTrails website.
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Where can we find historic landmarks in North Dakota?
- The Fort Abercrombie State Historic Site in Abercrombie was built as a military outpost in 1858 and is known as the "Gateway to the Dakotas."
- Theodore Roosevelt's Maltese Cross Cabin in Medora served as his get-away-from-it-all hunting cabin.
- The Ronald Reagan Minuteman Missile State Historic Site in Cooperstown was a missile-ready site during the Cold War.
Read on to learn more about some of the many other wonderful historic landmarks in North Dakota.
What are some fun facts about North Dakota?
- The Wild Prairie Rose is the official state flower.
- The world's largest buffalo monument is located at Frontier Village in Jamestown.
- The town of Rugby is the geographical center of North America.
Read on to learn more about some of the many other fun facts about North Dakota.
Where can we find scenic overlooks in North Dakota?
- The Painted Canyon Overlook at Theodore Roosevelt National Park is rated as one of the top overlooks in the country.
- The Crow Flies High Scenic Overlook in New Town offers spectacular views of Lake Sakakawea.
- White Butte is the highest point in North Dakota and features expansive views of rolling prairie.
Read on to learn more about some of the many other scenic overlooks in North Dakota.