Fort Union

Hi-Line (Highway 2) Tour

From the days of canoes and trading posts to the edge of space, follow the Hi-Line to adventure. Highway 2 crosses northern North Dakota, from Grand Forks to Williston, past two Air Force bases, one of the best fishing lakes in the nation and historic forts near the Montana border.

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UND hockey players
University of North Dakota
Grand Forks, ND

Home to the Center for Aerospace Sciences, North Dakota Museum of Art and Ralph Engelstad Arena, home ice to the university’s NCAA Division I hockey team.

Downtown Grand Forks farmers market
Riverwalk Centre
Grand Forks, ND

Unique shopping, dining and farmers markets.

widman candy
Widman's Candy
Grand Forks, ND

Looking for that after-dinner treat? Look no further than the “Chippers,” Widman's Candy chocolate-covered potato chips.

Spirit Lake Casino
Spirit Lake Casino
St. Michael, ND

Gaming and lodging on the shores of Devils Lake.

Woodland Resort
Woodland Resort
Devils Lake, ND

Full-service, year-round resort on the shores of Devils Lake, one of the state's top fisheries.

Geographic Center of North America
Geographic Center of North America
Rugby, ND

Northern Lights Tower stands as tribute to Aurora Borealis and symbolizes Rugby's location.

Updated catwalk at the Roosevelt Park Zoo in Minot
Roosevelt Park Zoo
Minot, ND

Get wild at the Roosevelt Park Zoo and encounter tigers, lions, giraffes, penguins, and many more animals from around the world! See the big cats up close at the immersive exhibits that allow you to watch and interact with them all year long.

Father and daughter near the Dala Horse at the Scandinavian Heritage Park
Scandinavian Heritage Park
Minot, ND

This 14-acre park celebrates all five Scandinavian countries: Denmark, Finland, Iceland, Norway, and Sweden. Free and open year-round. Visitors can see a full-scale replica of the Gol Stave Church and more.

Women sampling wine at Point of View Winery
Pointe of View Winery
Burlington, ND

Taste wine made on-site with native fruits and honey at North Dakota’s first winery while overlooking the picturesque views of the valley from the outdoor deck.

four bears casino
Four Bears Casino
New Town, ND

Casino offers typical casino gaming on Lake Sakakawea.

three tribes museum
Three Tribes Museum
New Town, ND

Highlights the heritage and culture of the Mandan, Arikara and Hidatsa people.

The earth lodge village features recreated dwellings of the Mandan, Hidatsa and Arikara nations
Earthlodge Village
New Town, ND

Cultural tours and lodging in traditional earthlodge and teepee encampments on the shores of Lake Sakakawea.

Fort Buford State Historic Site
Fort Buford State Historic Site
Williston, ND

Military post where Sitting Bull surrendered.

Aerial view of the Confluence Center, courtesy McKenzie County Tourism
Missouri-Yellowstone Confluence Interpretive Center
Williston, ND

Scenic area where Yellowstone and Missouri rivers merge just inside North Dakota state line with Montana.

Park ranger at Fort Union Trading Post National Historic Site
Fort Union Trading Post National Historic Site
Williston, ND

Largest and most important fur trading post on the upper Missouri River from 1828-1867.