Grand Forks

Grand Forks City Overview

Grand Forks is the third-largest city in North Dakota and the county seat of Grand Forks County. Located on the Red River of the North, it is home to the University of North Dakota (UND) and Grand Forks Air Force Base.

Location and Climate

Grand Forks is located in eastern North Dakota on the Minnesota border. It has a humid continental climate with very cold winters.

Best Time to Visit

Summer is the best time to visit. Fall is nice for UND hockey games.

Best Ways to Get Around

A car is the most practical way to travel. Cities Area Transit (CAT) provides bus service.

Top 5 Things to Do

1. Watch UND Hockey at the Ralph Engelstad Arena: Experience a game at one of the finest hockey arenas in the world.
2. Walk the Greenway: Explore the 2,200 acres of parkland and trails along the Red River.
3. Visit the North Dakota Museum of Art: See contemporary art exhibitions on the UND campus.
4. Explore the Splasher's of the South Seas: Have fun at this large indoor waterpark.
5. Visit the Flood Memorial Monument: Learn about the devastating 1997 flood and the city's recovery.