What comes to mind when you think of the season of fall? Perhaps the harvest, colorful fall foliage, or cozy times indoors with sweaters and a warm drink comes to mind. The Peace Garden State is lucky enough to have four distinct seasons, and although seasons that aren’t winter may seem a little short to some, you can still go out and experience a fall paradise in North Dakota. If you love the beautiful views of fall and maybe want to warm up in a cabin or yurt while surrounded by it, here is the place for you.

When the fall foliage colors begin to peak, there's no better place to be in North Dakota than one of its river valleys. One of the best to visit is the Sheyenne River Valley, where you'll find scenery like this:
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A great place to whisk yourself away into nature and just enjoy the sights of fall is Fort Ransom State Park, located right next to the charming little town of Fort Ransom.
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The park is one of the best fall destinations in the state. It's open year-round and has miles upon miles of trails for hikers and horseback riders.
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The trees provide a colorful backdrop to the hidden meadows and river scenes. Fort Ransom State Park is also home to historic homesteads that have been preserved and look postcard-perfect this time of year.
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If you'd like to extend your stay to more than just an afternoon hike, cozy up in one of the cabins, yurts, or even an old covered wagon provided by the park. They also have both modern and primitive campsites and sites with horse corrals.
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Meander along over 20 miles of trails that range from short and sweet, less-than-half-mile trails to longer multi-mile trails that go up ridgelines and down along the river's edge.
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Whether you just take a drive through the area, hike the trails, or stay overnight in a cabin, you're sure to be surrounded by the essence of fall at Fort Ransom State Park - just make sure you visit it before all the leaves fall and the snow comes in!
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If you’d like to visit Fort Ransom State Park this fall, first go to this webpage to get all of the information you need such as a trail map, campsite reservations, and more. Additionally, you can visit their Facebook page where they post fall foliage updates so you know when the best time to visit is.

What is your favorite season in North Dakota? Before you know it, fall is over and winter is already here – but fear not! You can still visit quite a few state parks all year long. Here is a list of great state parks in North Dakota that offer winter camping and more.

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