Winter transforms the landscape and brings with it all sorts of new ways to enjoy the outdoors. Thrill Hills, Fort Ransom WINTER ADVENTURE Cross-country skiing and snowshoeing are invigorating ways to enjoy the crisp air and glittering white beauty of a fresh snowfall. Downhill skiing and snowboarding are also popular at North Dakota’s ski areas, each featuring 9 to 18 runs and cozy lodges — available at Bottineau Winter Park in Bottineau, Frost Fire Park near Walhalla, Huff Hills near Mandan, and Thrill Hills at Fort Ransom. Trails are ready for all skill levels, with favorite spots at several state parks, national wildlife refuges, Knife River Indian Villages National Historic Site, the Greenway at Lincoln Park in Grand Forks, and Riverwood Golf Course in Bismarck. Check for rental availability. For a faster-paced adventure, explore North Dakota’s 2,800 miles of snowmobiling trails. There are 14 groomed trails that open in December, pending snow conditions. Snowmobile Trail conditions 48 1-800-HelloND (435-5663)
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