If you’re up for a bit of a climb, you can be treated to one of the most beautiful views in North Dakota. This free-to-visit park has one of the tallest trails in the state, heading right up a hill, with a rewarding panoramic sight at the very top. It’s open year-round so that no matter when you visit, you’ll be in for a memorable experience. Don’t forget to bring your camera for this one!

Visit the beautiful White Horse Hill National Game Preserve in North Dakota. This place was once one of the United States' national parks but is now a free-to-visit, 1,600-acre preserve that's stunning year-round.
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One of the main attractions of this place is this towering hill. There are 193 steps to the top, so be prepared for a bit of a workout heading up.
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The stairs are, luckily, not very steep, and the view waiting for you at the top is worth every single step you took to get there.
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The top of the hill has an observation area, allowing visitors to look out over the forests and prairie meadows that make up the preserve, as well as a view of Devils Lake. This is North Dakota's largest natural lake, and you can see across it to the land far off on the other side from here.
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Along with the hill, there are other trails in the preserve that will take you through the trees, along the marshes, and next to the lake.
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Since it's a game preserve, this area is heavily populated with animals like bison, elk, deer, prairie dogs, and more, so you can expect to see some when you visit.
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White Horse Hill National Game Preserve is certainly a North Dakota hidden gem, for the fantastic scenery, interesting past, and the perfect way to view it all.
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Learn more about the preserve by visiting this website. The preserve is open all year long with free admission.

Have you ever been to the top of the hill at this preserve? If you have and have pictures to share, you can post them in our North Dakota Nature Lovers group on Facebook for other ND nature enthusiasts to see. Discover more great nature spots in the state to take more photos right here.

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White Horse Hill National Game Preserve, 2107 Park Dr, St Michael, ND 58370, USA