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Grafton, North Dakota

Overview

With miles and miles of beauty ranging in elevation, Grafton offers a variety of outdoor recreation opportunities considered the best in North Dakota. The city and county seat of Walsh County offers unlimited activities to avid boaters, anglers, and hikers. The vibrant community in the northeastern borders is situated right in the heart of Red River Valley. Although Grafton is primarily a rural setting, the state’s thirteenth largest city still has a lot of urban advantages. A vibrant retail community and energetic spirit entice all types of tourists to the city’s major events.  

When to Visit

The Spirit of the Season held from November through December features varied events of talent showcases, praise concerts, and hundreds of vendors. Some of the few events hosted in the month-long celebrations include highlights such as Tree of Lights and Winter Wine Walks. The SummerFest in June is a cornucopia of different festivals. The Rhubarb Festival involves an offering of delightful rhubarb deserts at the Elmwood House. The house itself has been designated a National Historic Landmark. The RibFest & Texaco Country Showdown involves an intense rib cook-off. Although the ultimate cook will be declared the year’s Ribmaster, the real winners are the fairgoers, who all get to enjoy delicious ribs, side dishes, and live entertainment. The Texaco Country Showdown Singing Competition is another event to look forward to. Events during the SummerFest also include parades, park activities, and All Terrain Vehicle mud runs.  

Best Hotel Accommodations

The AmericInn Lodge and Suites provide business travelers and tourists a resting place with the comforts a home provides. Aside from the complete array of amenities, guests of the can enjoy the privileges that include complimentary AmeriInn Perk Breakfast, Wireless Internet Access and a fitness center. Easily accessible from nearby Select Inn Graton is the restaurants of Hardee’s, Pizza Hut, Lee’s Restaurant, SubWay, and Granny’s Family Restaurant. The hotel also offers a broad selection of complimentary continental breakfast options. Free wireless high speed internet is offered throughout the stay. Book your Grafton Hotels with Reservations.com

Things to Do

There exist several recreational areas in Grafton, among which, Icelandic State park is perhaps the most promising. The park supports a myriad of plant-life species. Stands of spruce, fir, pine, juniper, and aspen flourish in their own micro climates. Visitors enjoy year-round recreational opportunities including camping, picnicking, trail use, fishing, and nature studies. Water sports are the principal activities in the state park. Bluegill, catfish, crappie, and largemouth bass lie in the shallows and near the lake surface. Tourists can swim, boat, or fish on Lake Renwick. Nearby is the 9-hole Fair Oaks golf course, which caters to all skill levels. Bicycle trails and a beach is featured in the Homme Dam Recreation Area.  

Tourist Attractions

Stop by the Grafton Visitors Site to experience the town’s reputed friendliness first hand. The center also provides directions to the town’s best attractions. The Walsh County Historical museum is just minutes away from the visitor’s center. The museum features wildlife displays, a replica of a Main Street complete with historical shops, a country school, a trading post, and a log cabin. The 80-year-old Strand Twin Theatres continues to operate and showcase the latest cinematic flicks.