North Dakota is a welcoming state – after all, “Dakota” is a Sioux word meaning “friend.” You can explore the scenic Theodore Roosevelt National Park and see bison and wild horses, drive past sunflower fields and soak up all the goodness here.

As it’s such a beautiful state, we wanted to nail down the 7 best places to get an Instagram shot for that perfect travel photo. Get the camera out for these photogenic places…

North Dakota Instagram Spots

1. White Butte

The highest point in the entire state of North Dakota. The hike up here is totally worth it when you get that one sweeping picture.

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2. Maah Daah Hey Trail

A 144 mile trail that’s loved by hikers and cyclists alike. Stunning views and you can choose to just do smaller parts of it at a time if you don’t fancy a full hike.

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Some Monday commutes are harder than others. This is one of those easy commutes. Happy Monday! How are you planning to crush it this week?

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3. Fort Abraham Lincoln State Park

A state park that is home to On-A-Slant Indian Village and reconstructed military buildings, that aim to teach people about history.

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4. Scandinavian Heritage Park

The Scandinavian Heritage Park located in Minot, North Dakota is a magical place where you’ll find replicas from each of the five Scandinavian and Nordic countries: Denmark, Finland, Iceland, Norway, and Sweden.

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5. Theodore Roosevelt National Park

Theodore Roosevelt National Park lies in western North Dakota, where the Great Plains meet the rugged Badlands. A habitat for bison, elk and prairie dogs, the sprawling park is super scenic.

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6. International Peace Garden

The 2,300-acre International Peace Garden on the border of the U.S. and Canada symbolises peace between the two neighbours. During spring and summer, the gardens bloom with thousands of flowers surrounding rolling woodlands, two lakes and hiking and biking trails.

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7. National Buffalo Museum

If one animal has defined America over the years then this is it. The museum itself is fantastic but its the giant buffalo outside that steals the show.