North Dakota is an awe-inspiring state for, well, just about everything; from incredible landscapes to jaw-dropping natural wonders, once you know what to look for, you’ll never get bored. A popular pastime up here in the Peace Garden State includes something called urbex – or urban exploration. This is the casual art of finding – and photographing – all sorts of abandoned places and locales. Well, lucky us – there are hundreds of abandoned homes in North Dakota (as well as businesses, churches, schools, and more!). Urbex comes easy here; if you’re looking for the most beautiful, haunting abandoned places in North Dakota, just take a drive out to the country: You’ll find plenty.

As of the time of this writing, there are approximately 43 ghost towns left in North Dakota... and these don't even begin scratching the surface.
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There are many, many other places - usually homes and homesteads - scattered all over this beautiful state, like this gorgeous old barn located somewhere deep within Stutsman County.
There are so many abandoned homes in North Dakota that you could turn looking for them into a whole trip.
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Be sure to head to the little town of Pingree to spot this old barn/farmhouse combo out on the prairie.
These places always make me wonder all sorts of things.
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Imagine all the things this little house in Lefor has seen; how many memories were made here? How many birthdays, anniversaries, and other happy events occurred within these walls? We'll never know... but that adds to the mystique, in my opinion.

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This beautiful farmhouse near Williston undoubtedly has stories to tell.
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Perhaps if you hold your ear to the walls, you might just hear the whispered secrets of all the folks who have ever called it home. Why did they leave? Where did they go?
Urban exploration can be risky, if not dangerous - so I strongly recommend you remain outside these old buildings; you never know how the structural integrity is.
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This house near Hague, North Dakota, looks to be in pretty good shape. Despite this appearance, though, it's unwise to go inside; I suggest walking around the property to get a nice feel for the overall 'vibe' of the place. It makes for excellent photography, too.
So, truly - if your heart craves adventure (and your camera craves subject matter), take a nice, long drive through North Dakota.
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There are hundreds of incredible decaying places to admire along the way - no matter which turns you take or what roads you end up on.

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Do you have any specific favorites when it comes to abandoned homes in North Dakota? Tell me about them – I’d love to hear about your favorite spots. Explore and enjoy, friends!

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