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Art is everywhere

Fargo is home to more beautiful murals every day. From building art to painted electrical boxes and on-street hidden gems, it’s hard to miss the work of local creatives. Find a guide to all the area murals on Visit Fargo-Moorhead’s website, and stop by one for a fun, free and family-friendly photo opp!

Get out and about!

Fargo Moorhead West Fargo is home to 175 public parks covering more than 3,000 acres, with 99 miles of biking and hiking trails. Check out the facilities to get your fix of swimming, tennis, disc golf, ice skating or other activities.

If you want to soak in the great outdoors, hop over to “the lakes” or go camping, or trek out to the country for hunting, hiking, even horseback riding. In the winter, hit the slopes for skiing or snowboarding. And all are an easy, short drive from the city.

Looking to go a little further? Both North Dakota and Minnesota have beautiful parks to explore and an endless number of exciting road trips just down—or up—the interstate. Go off the beaten path and discover even more vibrant communities calling this region home.

Hey golfers, we’ve got 11 Chamber member golf courses and country clubs! Find them all in our member listings at the back of this book or online.

If you don’t yet live here, you should know a phrase that you will inevitably hear – “the lake.” Every summer, many locals flock to one of the many nearby Minnesota lakes. Because of FMWF’s proximity to Minnesota’s namesake slogan (‘the land of 10,000 lakes’), many take weekend visits to soak in life on a lake. Activities range from fishing, tubing, pontooning, beach lounging and smore-making. Most lakes are within an hour of us, and if you don’t already have a place to go, many cabins or camp sites offer rentals.

You don’t have to go out of town to enjoy water recreation, though! The Red River right in between our two states offers opportunities for fishing, kayaking and canoeing. You can rent from either Lindenwood Park or from RiverKeepers shack by the Hjemkomst Center in the summers.

A bevvy of food & beverage options

You’ll never go hungry here! And while we do embrace our Midwestern roots, there’s much more than hotdish and lutefisk to be found (although if those are your thing, you’ll definitely want to visit the Sons of Norway).

FMWF has about 400 restaurants in the area to choose from – 250+ of which are local! From fine dining to comfort food, African to Asian, food trucks to cafes, pubs, pizza and more, it’s good to be a foodie in Fargo.

Thirsty? The craft beer and brewing scene is hot, with numerous local establishments committed to creating local brews—we’ve even got a whiskey distillery and plenty of hand-crafted cocktails. And with fun events (including yoga!), live music, trivia, tours and tasting rooms, there are plenty of places to fill your cup and your plate.

Looking for something a little more family friendly? Stop in a number of local coffee shops, candy companies or ice cream parlors. Year round, you can stumble upon fun food trucks and pop-up shops, too.

Oh, and there are many food-related events and festivals to keep your belly full and heart warm.

Not sure where to start? Check out the Restaurants section of our member directory, or grab a Dining Guide from the Convention & Visitors Bureau.

Did you know?

• Fargo Moorhead has 99 miles of hiking/biking trails!
• The Fargo Marathon is a Boston Marathon qualifier and hosts thousands of runners from all over the world.
• More than 300 species of birds can be seen in the FMWF area. Part of this number is because the Red River is a natural migration corridor for birds at its near the intersection of the boreal and hardwood forests to the east and the tallgrass prairie to the west.
• The Red River is one of the best catfish fisheries in the country, offering unparalleled fishing opportunities right in town for some monster cats. 
• Tallgrass prairie is one of the most endangered ecosystems on the planet, with less than 1% remaining. Much of it is very close to Fargo-Moorhead.
• In March and April, you can watch Greater Prairie Chickens do their very elaborate display dances at Bluestem Prairie in Glyndon. Blinds are managed by The Nature Conservancy and the dances are one of the most exciting (and strange) wildlife displays to witness.

Parks & Recreation & Leisure

Fargo Moorhead West Fargo is home to 175 public parks covering more than 3,000 acres, with 99 miles of biking and hiking trails. Check out the facilities to get your fix of swimming, tennis, disc golf, ice skating or other activities.

You’ll also find several businesses offering fun for the family, including roller skating, bowling, public pools, gyms, a trampoline park, batting cages and more. And of course, there are classes, festivals and events year-round to keep your family active and engaged.

If you want to soak in the great outdoors, hop over to “the lakes” or go camping, or trek out to the country for hunting, hiking, even horseback riding. In the winter, hit the slopes for skiing or snowboarding. And all are an easy, short drive from the city. 

Places, programs and activities are available at the area's parks. You'll find options for children, youth and adults alike for recreation, relaxation and socialization. Lindenwood Park in Fargo also offers a campground and RV parking.

• Fargo Park District
• Moorhead Parks and Recreation
• West Fargo Park District
• F-M Metropolitan Council of Governments

State Parks

Five area state parks provide year-round outdoor recreation activities within a short driving distance of Fargo Moorhead. Most state parks provide camping, swimming, boating/canoing, fishing and hiking/biking/snowmobile trails.

Minnesota

• Buffalo River State Park (15 miles east of F-M)
• Itasca State Park (115 miles northeast of F-M)
• Maplewood State Park (55 miles southeast of F-M)

North Dakota

• Turtle River State Park (95 miles northwest of F-M)
• Fort Ransom State Park (75 miles southwest of F-M)