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North Country Trail: Sheyenne National Grassland West Trailhead

Milnor, ND

Sheyenne National Grassland is located in southeastern North Dakota, comprising 70,180 acres of public land amid 64,769 acres of privately owned land. It is characterized by sandy soils, originally deposited as the delta of an ancient river as it emptied into glacial Lake Agassiz. Since that time, wind and rain have shaped the topography into a unique landscape ranging from flat deltaic plains to choppy sand dunes.

These sections of the North Country Trail meander through the Sheyenne Valley across rolling hills, forest, prairie, and through Valley City. Amenities along the Trail include backcountry campsites, campgrounds, public recreation areas, tourist information sites, and supply stores. The Trail also crosses a number of natural, historic, and cultural attractions. Certified segments include the Sheyenne State Forest, Fort Ransom State Park, Kathryn to Clausen Springs Recreation Area, Valley City, and Lake Ashtabula.