North Dakota’s beautiful riverboat cruises are very popular attractions so you’ll want to grab a reservation as soon as you can. Onboard, you can take a journey down the Missouri River and appreciate the history and sights the cruise has to offer. There’s only one place in the entire state you can experience it, and it’s here. This is what we think you need to know about this riverboat in North Dakota:

The Lewis and Clark Riverboat is North Dakota's only riverboat cruise.
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And it is one of the most popular tourist attractions in the state.
It travels down the Missouri River for public and private cruises all throughout the summer.
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The scenic views along the way draws folks in.
The boat docks in Keelboat Park where you can hop aboard and set sail.
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The park is located in the beautiful city of Bismarck.
Spots on the public cruises can be reserved ahead of time.
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Or, you can book a private charter for your river adventure.
On the boat, you can sit out on the upper level...
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...or hang out inside and enjoy the sound of the water and views.
The boat will travel under a couple of Bismarck and Mandan's iconic bridges...
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...and you'll see plenty of beautiful nature along the banks.
Daytime cruises can take you on a no-fuss relaxing journey...
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... or you can join one of their brunch, pizza, or BBQ ribs cruises to eat along the way.
During the cruise, you'll be treated to some history about the famous explorers Lewis and Clark, for whom the boat is named.
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You'll learn how they left their mark in history as they traveled through North Dakota.
The boating season usually starts toward the end of May and continues throughout the summer, so take advantage of it while you can!
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If you're looking for things to do in North Dakota, we think you'll agree that this cruise is an awesome experience!

The Lewis and Clark Riverboat is located at 1700 North River Road, Bismarck, ND, 58503

To make reservations, find cruise times and dates, and more, visit the official Riverboat website or go to the entity’s Facebook page.

Have you ever taken a cruise aboard the Lewis and Clark Riverboat? If so, what was your favorite part? Did you feel like a real explorer? We’d love to read about your experience in the comments section below!

To make more plans for North Dakota adventures, check out this article detailing a wide variety of places with so many things to do.

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Where can we find other water adventures in North Dakota?

  • Pactola Lake in West Pennington is a great place to go tubing and boating.
  • The Missouri River in the Bismarck area is where kayaking fans go to enjoy some of the most scenic views in the state.
  • Lake Sakakawea, one of the largest manmade lakes in the country, features miles of coastline, beaches, and water-based recreational activities.

Read on to learn more about some of the many other water adventures in North Dakota.

Where can we find wineries in North Dakota?

  • The Dakota Sun Gardens and Winery in Carrington is set on spectacular grounds and offers wine-tasting sessions as well as tours of the vineyard and gardens.
  • The Red Trail Vineyard in Buffalo is a family vineyard that focuses on traditional wine-making techniques.
  • The Fluffy Fields Vineyard and Winery in Dickinson is on a family-owned and operated farm and it has a delicious restaurant.

Read on to learn more about some of the many other inviting wineries in North Dakota.

Where can we find historical sites in North Dakota?

  • The Fort Union Trading Post National Historic Site in Williston was originally built in 1828 and became one of this country’s first declared historical landmarks.
  • Theodore Roosevelt's Maltese Cross Cabin in Medora, after traveling to a variety of places around the country, is now permanently sited at the Theodore Roosevelt National Park.
  • The Fort Mandan State Historic Site in Washburn was built in 1804 as the winter stopover for explorers Lewis and Clark during their expeditions.

Read on to learn more about some of the many other interesting historical sites in North Dakota.

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