Turtle Mountains: A Visitor Review

The Turtle Mountains

Let me start off by saying they are not mountains, in fact they are far from even being foothills, yes they may be home to a ski hill, but that is far from being a reason to call them mountains. I would name them slightly turtle shell shaped hills.

Secondly, they are nicely wooded and have several lakes within them, similar to how Minnesota might feel.

And third, if you have not guess it already they have fantastic statues all over the place, this picture below is my favorite.

If you are going to the Turtle Mountains of North Dakota, I would suggest that you start on the western edge and head in on Scenic Route 43. Go 1st to an ATM, you are going to need cash at many of these places. Than to Lake Metigoshe, stop and see if the water ski club is practicing or preforming, because they are very good. Onward to the state park, that is a great place to spend a few days relaxing, they have cabins for rent if you want to skip the tent, and a nice little beach area as well as daily nature activities for children. Next stop should be "at whits end" a cute little book/ coffee shop along the lake. The whole perimeter of Metigoshe has a bike path that would be great for families.

Leaving the lake head East on 43, checking out the Peace Gardens and continuing west to St.John. At St.John head south to finish off your turtle mountain tour. 

If your a sucker for all things tourist, like we are, you can visit the Casino and all the little towns in the area in about a days time.

The drastic contrast between the reservation land and the state owned land triggered deeper thought and consideration about our national policies towards those who lived here first.

 and as always the drastic beauty of the prairie greets you on your way out. If you are in the turtle mountain area a must stop is the Hawk Museum that I will post about soon.