Missouri River, near Bismarck OUTDOORS SAY HI TO PARKS. It’s easy to sustainably enjoy nature here. You’ll find 13 state parks located throughout the state. Family fun lies ahead, with many parks located by lakes, in the Badlands or in scenic river valleys. There you’ll have access to boat ramps, kayak rentals, hiking and biking trails, campgrounds and lodging in a yurt or cabin. IT’S TIME TO RIDE. THE DOOR IS OPEN TO AMAZING OUTDOOR RECREATION. This is what North Dakota is known for — stunning sunsets, big skies and even bigger adventures. Create memories doing the things you love like hiking, biking, riding and paddling. Pack your sunscreen now while you’re thinking about it. The air is fresh in North Dakota, so open the car windows or put the top down so you can take it all in. Of course, a car isn’t the only way to feel the wind in your hair. Other favorites here include riding a motorcycle down a scenic byway, a horse through the Badlands, a sled down a snowy hill or a tube across a shimmering lake. Maah Daah Hey Trail, near Medora Mandaree 10 1-800-HelloND (435-5663)