Buffalo River State Park

Buffalo River State Park is a beautiful little prairie state park about 30 minutes from Fargo. It is a wonderful oasis of protected prairie lands with a plethora of trees, grasses, wildflowers, and birds. The babbling and meandering Buffalo River provides lovely river access for paddling on a hot day. The park offers hiking trails through the prairie, though they are not extensive miles. The campground is quiet, well-maintained, and includes a group campsite, but some sites have low tree branches. Water spigots in the campground may not work, requiring a trip to the dump station. It is dog-friendly, but visitors must carry out waste. The park has a daily admission fee or an annual state parks pass, which is recommended to purchase online beforehand.

1. Glyndon, Minnesota