Partake in scenic Sheyenne River, picnicking, fishing, hiking, boating, Ransom County Historical Museum, T.J. Walker Historic Site, and a Viking statue.
Are you hungry for some history and a relaxing brief drive? The Kathryn Road drive from Valley City to Fort Ransom State Park is a short 42-mile trip, which is filled with history of the early settlers to the place. The starting point, Valley City, is fifty miles west of Fargo.
The Kathryn Road drive (County Route 21 and Route 58) follows close to the panoramic Sheyenne River. On the drive south from Valley City to Clausen Springs you can take pleasure in boating, picnicking, fishing, and hiking trails. Return to Route 21 and drive south going to the town of Fort Ransom, where you can visit the Fort Ransom Historic Site.
While in town, visit T.J. Walker Historic Site, the Ransom County Historical Museum, and the Standing Rock Lutheran Church. Outside town sits a big sculpture of a Viking. The statue is a compliment to Norwegian settlers who first landed here. Two miles south of town is the 887-acre Fort Ransom State Park, and the end of the short drive. While this is a short drive, it is one missed by numerous travellers and one you will enjoy and always remember.
Starting Point:
Valley City, ND
Distance of Drive:
42 miles
Must Eat:
Grandma’s Saloon and Grill
4201 Thirteen Avenue SW, Fargo, ND 58103
Phone: 701-282-5439
Call ahead to confirm hours of operation.
Best Time of Year for Drive:
Any time when it is not snowing
Points of Interest on Drive:
Fort Ransom State Park
Standing Rock Lutheran Church
T.J. Walker Historic Site
Tagged with: fishing • hiking • North Dakota
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