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Skiing in Bismarck, ND

Bismarck is One Manly Place

If you're looking for a rugged yet refined destination then Bismarck, ND, is your place. Clinging to the prairies is that "frontier" feel, while downtown provides a sense of the genteel. The Rough Rider himself, Theodore Roosevelt, once said that if not for his experiences in North Dakota he wouldn't have had the gumption to become president. Bismarck is home to half a dozen historic sites, including military forts, more than 235 miles of snowmobile trails and is within driving... Read More »
Bismarck Serves Up Fresh, Local Fare

From Fine Dining to Famous Ribs, Bismarck Serves Up Fresh, Local Fare

With restaurants that are steeped in the town’s rich history and young upstarts that are now tasting sweet success, the best Bismarck fare is a flavorful mix of the old and new. In the heart of downtown, you’ll find Peacock Alley Bar and Grille, a swanky fine dining restaurant located in the historic Patterson Hotel, which is on the National Register of Historic Places. The grille specializes in seasonal dishes from around the world. Diners can nosh on pan-blackened steaks, pecan-crusted... Read More »
Historic Governor's Mansion in Bismarck

Bismarck Has a Notable Past, But Its Current Arts and Culture Scene is History in the Making

Bismarck is a city where rich history intermingles with flourishing art, theater and music options. It’s a place where the history buff can see the pages of textbooks come to life and where an emerging artist can connect with like-minded individuals and community support. For those who have only read about Lewis and Clark, the gallant explorers who entered North Dakota in 1804 by winding their way down the Missouri River, Bismarck is the gateway to the famed frontiersmen’s legacy. Historical... Read More »
Custer Park

Follow the Lewis & Clark Trail in North Dakots for Golf, Nature and More

Lewis and Clark certainly did not hit the greens when they stopped in North Dakota in the 1800s. But when you take just one look at the 18 pristine golf courses that compose the Lewis & Clark Golf Trail, you can’t help but think that the famed explorers would be mighty tempted to play a few rounds if they returned today.   For golfers with that same intrepid sense of adventure, there are more than 200 golf holes to explore along the trail that Lewis and Clark, Sakakawea (as... Read More »
Hawktree Golf Club in Bismarck, ND

Bismarck, ND Golf Courses

Many people might not necessarily think of Bismarck, N.D., as a golfing hotspot, but it is home to some of the most challenging and scenic facilities this side of Scotland. One of the courses is championship quality and open to the public – Hawktree Golf Club – an 18-hole venue that measures 7,085 yards from the back tees. Other top golfing destinations include Riverwood Golf Club, a public course spanning 6,888 yards over 18 holes; and Apple Creek Country Club, a private venue... Read More »