23 Cool and Unusual Things to Do in North Dakota - Atlas Obscura

Unusual
Attractions
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Nekoma, North Dakota

The Pyramid of North Dakota

The remnants of an early American attempt at missile defense.

Regent, North Dakota

Enchanted Highway Sculptures

One man's quest to save his town with a trail of record-breaking sculptures.

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Jamestown, North Dakota

Legendary Albino Buffalo

Three legendary, living albino buffalo roaming their pastures for all to see.

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Cooperstown, North Dakota

Ronald Reagan Minuteman Missile Site

These former Cold War launch sites have been preserved for tourists to see where the button might have been pushed.

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Rugby, North Dakota

The Geographical Center of North America

A monument to the center of the North American continent may be off by a few miles.

Jamestown, North Dakota

World's Largest Buffalo

A true roadside icon standing on the same plains that the herds once roamed.

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Fargo, North Dakota

Fargo Wood Chipper

"...I guess that was your accomplice in the wood chipper?"

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Parshall, North Dakota

Paul Broste Rock Museum

One North Dakota man's vast collection of rare rocks, polished orbs, and geological wonders.

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Unique
Food & Drink
in North Dakota

Whirla-Whip Ice Cream

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Whirla-Whip Ice Cream

One of the last operational versions of this retro ice-cream mixer is still making flavors in Stanley, North Dakota.

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Snickers Salad

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Snickers Salad

Made of candy and Cool Whip, this “salad” is a mainstay at Midwestern potlucks.

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Klub

This stick-to-your-ribs Scandinavian dumpling is a favorite at Midwestern fundraisers.

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