We made a quick detour to see the world's largest Buffalo monument in Jamestown as it was on theme…read morewith many of the other quick roadside attractions that we were stopping at. When you arrive, you have to drive through this little frontier village and it was completely deserted when we were there so it was more like a ghost to town. It's a cute little old west themed area with buildings and displays but it was obviously closed when we were there. We had to drive through to the end of it to see the Buffalo. While you can easily view him from the parking area, we walked over to be right underneath him and he is quite big and impressive. It's hard to tell just how large it is from the photos but my husband is 6 ft tall with an impressive wingspan and standing directly underneath with his arms stretched up, he still could not touch it's belly. The singular Rocky mountain oyster protruding from the bottom made us laugh though! There are also displays with images of the building process and history about the monument and I love that they have a phone number you can call if you want to hear the story. We used this function for some of the other stops we made and it's a nice option and would be great for people with kids and the visually impaired. Overall it was just a quick 10-minute stop for a photo op but it was fun enough for us and I imagine when the frontier village is open and there are a lot of people around that it's much more fun with a lot more things to do.

Dakota Thunder. What a sight to see. The worlds largest buffalo indeed. Very cool stop on my…read moreroadtrip through the area. You can walk under and around him. Be sure to check out the frontier village too. this place is worth a stop!

This was a cool stop. And it was unexpected! I had just come to see the World's Largest Buffalo…read more Little did I know there was a Frontier village too! It's free to visit (there's a box for donations) and each building is a stop on an audio tour you can listen to on your phone. And the audio tour is a much larger tour that extends to modern Jamestown as well (I didn't have time to do that). Lots of photo ops. Great for families or for individuals. The World's largest Buffalo and a Buffalo museum (admission required) are on the same grounds. There's also a souvenir shop that has good ND stuff. Even better selection that I was able to find in either Bismarck or Fargo.

We stopped in because we were passing through Jamestown and wanted to see the world's largest…read morebuffalo. Frontier Villiage is a reconstruction of an 1800s prairie town. It is also home to the world's largest buffalo. This giant is 60 feet long and weighs 60 tons. If you pass through Jamestown and are into old west history, this is a must see.

Historic buildings include a school house, first house in Logan County, church, blacksmith shop and…read moreharness shop, print shop, antique machinery. Hours: Sunday 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm Free admission!!!

In the area that I come from, the sandhill crane is quite important, so I wanted to make a little…read moredetour to be sure to stop and see the world's largest sandhill crane. The crane is located in a field that is kind of next to an empty gravel lot. We spent less than 5 minutes here and the sculpture is fine and there is some information about it, including a selfie spot. We had our dog with us however and there is a lot of unkept long grass in the area and we found some ticks on our dog after stopping here, so be careful.

Sandy the crane is the largest indeed. Not quite as polished as the other larger than life statues…read morethat I have seen. Still cool though. On to the next one!

This past summer, our family visited the Ronald Reagan Minuteman Missile State Historic Site in…read moreNorth Dakota during our summer road trip, and it was an unforgettable experience! This museum is not just a fascinating glimpse into Cold War history; it offers a deeper understanding of the era's impact on our country and the world. The middle-of-nowhere site features a restored missile silo and an informative visitor center, showcasing the history of the Minuteman missile program and its role in nuclear deterrence. Walking through the exhibits, we learned about the technological advancements of the time and the strategic importance of North Dakota in national defense. It was enlightening for both the adults and kids in our group. What made our visit even more memorable was the sudden summer thunderstorm that rolled in while we were exploring the outdoor exhibits. The dramatic skies and the sound of thunder added an unexpected thrill to our experience. We huddled together in the visitor center, watching the rain pour down, and shared stories and laughter while learning about history. It was a beautiful moment of connection, both as a family and with the rich history surrounding us. Driving across NoDak, the be can spot many decommissioned missle silos-- for a while, some folks were buying them just to own a piece of history, and maybe recycle the metal left on the property (pretty sure the military took all the Uranium and Plutonium when they left...) If you're looking for a unique and educational stop on your road trip, I highly recommend the Ronald Reagan Minuteman Missile Museum. It's a great blend of history and family fun, and you might even get a dose of that quintessential North Dakota summer weather to make your visit even more memorable

Awesome tour! We…read moredrove about a hour and a half from Fargo to check out this site. You pass lots of farm land. The location is just outside of Cooperstown. Pulling up to the location it was hard to tell if we were at the right place but there was a sign on the fence. The entrance is in the front of the building. We were greeted by Mickey and she gave us a great overview of the facility. The tour costs $10. It starts with a 20 minute video about the Cold War area, why the missile silos were created, and information about the building of this location. After the video there are some descriptive posters about the Cold War and where the missile sites were located. Then you go through the facility as it was left original in all its 80s glory. After the above ground tour you get to take the elevator below ground to the launch control area. The tour was highly informative and really opened up your mind to the historical importance of this location. Although there is no missile silo to see, it was still very much worth the trip. The tour guide also gave a great overview of how the facility operated and was great at answering questions.