Knife River Indian Villages National Historic Site

Knife River Indian Villages National Historic Site spreads across a total area of 1,758 acres of land that is located about 60 miles north of Bismarck and one-half mile north of Stanton, North Dakota. To access the national historic site, you can use two main routes including the US 83 and ND 200A. This historic park was established on October 26, 1974, and is managed by the National Park Service. 

The Knife River Indian Villages National Historic Site is a protected area because it preserves archeological and historic findings or remnants of the Hidatsa people who were Northern Plains Indians. These people lived a mostly agricultural lifestyle and have lived in the area for about 8,000 years. There are a total of about 50 archeological sites within the protected land. 

Besides these attractions, the geography and the ecology of the place are full of other lures that can engage anyone that loves nature. There are plenty of unique plant and animal species to admire, and there are a lot of geographical features that visitors can enjoy. Furthermore, the park offers recreational activities like self-guided tours, cross-country skiing, hiking, educational programs, fishing, and cultural workshops. 

Some of the conveniences within the park include a visitor center, picnic area, museum, restrooms, and a self-guided trail. Visitors that love to bring their dogs along on their trips can definitely bring them into Knife River Indian Villages National Historic Site, but they will need to keep in mind the parks strict rules. Some of the regulations regarding dogs include the following. 

First, Dogs should always remain leashed or enclosed in a secure container. Secondly, visitors to the park must ensure that they are aware of the areas of the park that they can and cannot access when they are with their pooch. Furthermore, dog owners should always clean up after their dog.