Parks and Gardens
Parks and Gardens Abound in North Dakota
Escape to the serene beauty of North Dakota's parks and gardens, where tranquility awaits amidst stunning landscapes. Discover a haven of natural wonders, from the majestic crags of the Badlands to the peaceful trails winding through city and state parks. Embrace the opportunity to slow down, relax, and immerse yourself in the beauty of blooming flowers and meticulously designed gardens. North Dakota's parks and gardens offer a chance to reconnect with nature, find peace, and create lasting memories.
International Peace Garden
Nestled in the Turtle Mountains, the International Peace Garden is a symbol of U.S.-Canada friendship since 1932. Open year-round, its Conservatory features over 5,000 unique cacti and succulents from around the world. Visitors can explore seasonal floral displays, the Peace Chapel, 9/11 Memorial, and Carillon Bell Tower. The new Children’s Nature Play Area encourages outdoor discovery. For all ages. Additional amenities include a seasonal café and gift shop, and guided tours. Check the International Peace Garden's website for entry requirements before visiting, and to purchase your daily or annual pass.
Japanese Garden
A garden of gratitude comes with a helping of natural beauty at the Japanese Garden in Grand Forks. It commemorates the recovery from the 1997 Red River Valley flood and was a gift given by Grand Forks’ sister city, Awano, Japan. The lovely, unique garden features three lanterns made from granite rock, each with its own name and significant meaning, that grace the landscape of Sertoma Park. Parking is allowed on the street and there are no fees to enjoy the park.
Northern Plains Botanic Garden
Free and open to the public, the Northern Plains Botanic Garden Society invites you to enjoy the Northern Plains Botanic Garden located in Fargo which consists of four gardens: Edible Forest, Children's Garden, Japanese Garden and the Woodland Garden. Their hours are from sunrise to sunset, Monday through Sunday, January through December.
Theodore Roosevelt National Park
Gardens of a different kind await within the units of Theodore Roosevelt National Park. Wildflowers, shrubs and trees abound in the North Unit near Watford City and South Unit at Medora. Trails with stream crossings and stunning overlooks let hikers get a close look at the diverse prairie ecosystem. The national park visitor centers offer several brochures highlighting self-guided tours and details of their unit’s geological, ecological and historical significance. National park fees are accessed for all types of transportation into the park, and parking is available throughout with designated pull-outs with some of the best viewing and photography opportunities in the park.
