Geographical Center of North America Monument
In January 1931, an U.S. Geological Survey determined the center of North America in Pierce County. A stone cairn marks the site.
Survey Bulletin Number 817 places the Rugby monument at:
48 degrees 21' 19" N
99 degrees 59' 57" W
The center is marked with a monument or cairn that is pyramid form in shape. It is 21 feet high, 6 feet wide at its base, and setting on a heart shaped foundation.
Survey Bulletin Number 817 places the Rugby monument at:
48 degrees 21' 19" N
99 degrees 59' 57" W
The center is marked with a monument or cairn that is pyramid form in shape. It is 21 feet high, 6 feet wide at its base, and setting on a heart shaped foundation.
All Features
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Accessibility
- Accessible Entrance,
- Paved,
- Service Animals Allowed,
- Wheelchair-accessible,
- Wheelchair-accessible Parking
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Activities
- Self-guided Tours
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Availability
- Open Year 'Round
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Facility Amenities
- Historic Marker
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General Information
- Family-Friendly,
- Free Admission,
- Pet-Friendly
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Parking
- Bus/Motorcoach Parking On Site,
- Parking Lot,
- Street Parking