Lake Metigoshe State Park

Nestled in the scenic Turtle Mountain region on the shores of Lake Metigoshe, Lake Metigoshe State Park is one of the most popular year-round vacation spots in North Dakota. The rolling hills support heavy forests of oak as well as birch, elm, aspen and ash.

Visitors can find unlimited opportunities for outdoor recreation in this 1,551 acre park, with camping, swimming, fishing and hiking during the summer months, and cross country skiing, snowshoeing, ice fishing and snowmobiling in the winter. The snowmobile trails within the park connect with over 250 miles of groomed trails throughout the Turtle Mountain area.

The unique beauty of Lake Metigoshe draws nature and photo enthusiasts to the area to capture these sights. The Old Oak Trail, North Dakota’s first National Recreational Trail, is found within the park boundaries as well.

The park offers a boat ramp, modern and primitive campgrounds, sewer dump station, fitness trail, picnicking, swimming beach with comfort station, mountain biking trails, playground, Lake Metigoshe Outdoor Learning Center, amphitheatre, group dormitory facilities, and dog park.

Located on Lake Metigoshe 15 miles from Bottineau. Year-round, full-service cabins we have a semi-primitive yurt and cabin as well as a backcountry, primitive cabin available to rent.

For cross-country skiers, the park has 12 miles of groomed single tracked ski trails. Fat bikers, snowshoers and skishoers can utilize the other half of the trail. The park rents cross-country skis, snowshoes and skishoes for $15/day per pair. Ice fishing is popular during the winter months as well.

Metigoshe Ministries

Metigoshe Ministries is a year-round camping, retreating, and resource ministry. With one mission, children, families, and older adults can discover “Adventure Anchored in Christ” right here in the Turtle Mountains.

The Christian Center on Lake Metigoshe offers 20 unique sleeping rooms with either private or semi-private baths along with 7 bunk rooms. Meals made from scratch can be arranged for groups of 12 or more.

Metigoshe Ministries makes it easy to relax and enjoy nature all year round. In summer, you can try out the basketball court or take a bike for a ride. Spend time outdoors walking on the Prayer Labyrinth or stroll on the walking path. In winter, try snowshoeing or cross-country skiing on provided equipment. The sledding hill and skating pond are popular too. Any time, you can visit or read in the comfortable family room or near one of our many fireplaces.

Camp Metigoshe on Pelican Lake has 26 cabins, a glass-surrounded lodge overlooking the lake, and a splendid waterfront with a sandy beach. As lifeguards keep a watchful eye, you can get on the water in canoes, kayaks, banana boats, sailboats, or take a ride on the pontoon.

Special weekly offerings open to the public include Sunday worship at 9:00 and 10:30am at the A-frame Chapel on Lake Metigoshe from Memorial Day to Labor Day. At Camp Metigoshe, the ‘Christ Hike’ is a walk recounting of the last days of Jesus and His resurrection.

Visit MetigosheMinistries.com or call 701263-4788 for more information!

Bottineau Country Club Golf Course

The 9-hole course is located 3 miles northeast of Bottineau in the hills above the city on the Lake Road. It features 2,835 yards of golf from the longest tees for a par of 36. The course rating is 32.3 and it has a slope rating of 91. Great views, fun holes, and remember, every putt breaks towards the grain bins. Open to the public.

BOTTINEAU WINTER PARK & ANNIE’S HOUSE

Located 8 miles north, l-l/2 miles west of Bottineau. The park features downhill skiing and snowboarding and a variety of hills. Rental equipment, triple chair lift, tubing park, chalet and fast food restaurant.a

Named after Ann Nicole Nelson, the only North Dakotan to perish in the 9/11 attack on the World Trade Center, is a dream brought to life. Located at the Bottineau Winter Park, Annie’s House provides an array of recreational life-changing opportunities to veterans with disabilities all year. A must see.

Thunder Mountain Speedway

Located 5 miles north of Bottineau, the Thunder Mountain Speedway offers race fans great action in these classes: Bombers, Enduro, IMCA Sportmod and Hobby Stocks. Kids go-kart races are also fun! An extremely fast surface and high-banking make the quarter-mile track at the Thunder Mountain Speedway a favorite for drivers and fans. For more info, call 701-351-7199 or visit thundermountainspeedway.org.

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Butte Saint Paul

Located 10 miles east and 1-1/2 miles northeast of Bottineau. It is one of the highest points in the Turtle Mountains with a cairn on top of the butte. Steps are provided to climb the butte. On top you can get a grand view of the entire area. Picnic tables are available.