Cross Ranch State Park, North Dakota

Located largely on undeveloped stretches of the Missouri River, Cross Ranch State Park is purposely left primitive to preserve the land’s natural beauty. There is, however, one boat launch available to explore the scenic river, and anglers will find walleye, pike, and bass in the waters. The trails here open up to a mammoth 5,000-acre nature preserve of mixed grass prairie and river bottom forest. In the winter, many visitors traverse the area by cross-country ski or snowshoe. A backcountry area allows adventurers to hike out and set up camp where they please. For more information, make a stop at the River Peoples Visitor Center.