Knife River Indian Villages National Historic Site
Overview
Knife River Indian Villages National Historic Site is managed by National Park Service and is located near Stanton, North Dakota. Earthlodge people hunted bison and other game, but were in essence farmers living in villages along the Missouri and its tributaries. The site was a major Native American trade center for hundreds of years prior to becoming an important market place for fur traders after 1750.
Things to Do at Knife River Indian Villages National Historic Site
Recreation Activities
Popular activities at Knife River Indian Villages National Historic Site include:
Nearby Activities
- Fishing
- Hiking
- Historic & Cultural Site
- Picnicking
- Wildlife Viewing
Plan Your Visit
Getting There
Plane Fly into Bismarck or Minot, ND. Hazen, ND (15 miles from site) has an airport for small planes. Car One-half mile north of Stanton, ND on County Road 37. One hour northwest of Bismarck, ND and one and a half hours southwest of Minot, ND. Public Transportation Charter and tour bus parking available at Visitor Center parking lot.
GPS Coordinates: 47.35402200000000, -101.38605300000000
Contact & Resources
Phone: (701) 745-3300
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