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North Dakota has many beautiful trails and hiking areas that are fun to explore year round. Some in particular will make you feel like an adventurer discovering hidden gems out in the wilderness. This particular hike will take you to a mystical looking abandoned spot that will bring out the explorer in you, and it is in one of the best and most scenic summer destinations in the state.

This hike is on a trail in the gorgeous Beaver Lake State Park, located near Wishek, North Dakota.
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It's called the Old Settlers Trail and it is about a half a mile long, winding through the park and past many of its amenities.
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The hike will bring you along the shoreline and through the grassy fields, showing the beautiful blue waters of the lake. In the summer, this lake is a recreational paradise with a swimming beach, boat ramps, and more.
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Along the trail you will catch a glimpse of a mesmerizing stone cabin. It used to be the park caretaker's cabin long ago, and now sits as an empty shell being overtaken by nature.
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This beautiful structure has been around for years, once still with a roof, but has lost it through years of harsh weather.
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And yet most of the main structure remains, even the old fireplace. It is like something from a storybook and is an awesome experience to see on the Old Settlers Trail hike!
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You can visit Beaver Lake State Park and see this cabin yourself by heading to 3850 70th St. SE, Wishek, ND 58459. For more information on this trail, other trails in the park, and the park in general, click here.

Along with having great trails, Beaver Lake is a fantastic place for summer fun. Check out it and more awesome lakes in North Dakota that you’ll want to head out to next weekend.

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