Red River State Recreation Area Tours

Pack a picnic and enjoy a fun family day out at Red River State Recreation Area. There's plenty of space for the kids to run about and get some fresh air.

This outdoor recreational space in Eastern North Dakota is popular with fellow travelers, so make a spot for it on your travel plans. Don't think that's all there is to do here, though. There are a lot more spots waiting for you to explore after Red River State Recreation Area. University of North Dakota, Ralph Engelstad Arena, and Columbia Mall are close by.

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Crookston Inn & Convention Center

Crookston Inn & Convention Center

2.5 out of 5
Price was $589, price is now $533 per person
$533
per person
Nov 8 - Nov 11
found 1 day ago
Roundtrip non-stop flight included
Washington (IAD) to Grand Forks (GFK)
7.8/10 Good! (94 reviews)
Room was great and they letbus park motorcycle up front

Reviewed on Aug 18, 2025

Canad Inns Destination Center Grand Forks

Canad Inns Destination Center Grand Forks

3.5 out of 5
Price was $743, price is now $658 per person
$658
per person
Nov 21 - Nov 23
found 1 day ago
Roundtrip non-stop flight included
Green Bay (GRB) to Grand Forks (GFK)
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,339 reviews)
Pools great for kids. I’d recommend this for people with kids who are 4 yo or older

Reviewed on Sep 15, 2025

AmeriVu Inn and Suites

AmeriVu Inn and Suites

2.5 out of 5
Price was $579, price is now $543 per person
$543
per person
Nov 8 - Nov 11
found 1 day ago
Roundtrip non-stop flight included
Washington (IAD) to Grand Forks (GFK)
8.8/10 Excellent! (512 reviews)
Nothing but positive experiences concerning our stay. Staff very friendly and helpful. Property clean and well maintained. Great place to stay.

Reviewed on Sep 16, 2025

Popular places to visit

Nice quiet walk by the river

Flood Memorial Monument

4.5/5(10 reviews)

You can learn about the history of Grand Forks with a trip to Flood Memorial Monument. Experience the area's entertainment venues and theater scene.

Flood Memorial Monument
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Ralph Engelstad Arena

5/5(118 reviews)

Catch an event at Ralph Engelstad Arena during your trip to Grand Forks. Make time to visit the area's shops, or simply enjoy its top-notch restaurants.

Ralph Engelstad Arena

Memorial Park

4.5/5(7 reviews)

Explore the great outdoors at Memorial Park, a lovely green space in Grand Forks. Experience the area's entertainment venues or attend a sporting event.

Memorial Park

Empire Arts Center

4.5/5(9 reviews)

You can make plans for a show at Empire Arts Center during your stay in Grand Forks. Experience the area's theater scene or attend a sporting event.

Empire Arts Center

Widman's Candy Shop

5/5(29 reviews)

Enjoy a stop at Widman's Candy Shop, an entertaining place to visit in Grand Forks. Experience the area's theater scene or attend a sporting event.

Widman's Candy Shop

Northland Community College

5/5(7 reviews)

Take a campus tour or just explore the area of Northland Community College, during your trip to East Grand Forks. Experience the area's theater scene or attend a hockey game.

Northland Community College

Best Lodging Options Near Red River State Recreation Area

Canad Inns Destination Center Grand Forks

Canad Inns Destination Center Grand Forks

3.5 out of 5
1000 South 42nd St, Grand Forks, ND
Canad Inns Destination Center Grand Forks
C'mon Inn Hotel & Suites

C'mon Inn Hotel & Suites

2 out of 5
3051 32nd Ave S, Grand Forks, ND
C'mon Inn Hotel & Suites
The Olive Ann Hotel, Grand Forks, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel

The Olive Ann Hotel, Grand Forks, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel

4 out of 5
14 N 4th St, Grand Forks, ND
The Olive Ann Hotel, Grand Forks, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel
East Grand Inn

East Grand Inn

2 out of 5
606 Gateway Dr NE, East Grand Forks, MN
East Grand Inn
Nori’s Nook Downtown Grand Forks

Nori’s Nook Downtown Grand Forks

Grand Forks
Nori’s Nook Downtown Grand Forks
City Pads - Riverside Park

City Pads - Riverside Park

3 out of 5
Grand Forks
City Pads - Riverside Park
Cozy Nest Near UND Campus

Cozy Nest Near UND Campus

2 out of 5
Grand Forks
Cozy Nest Near UND Campus
The City Pads: conveniently located, with everything just a short walk away.

The City Pads: conveniently located, with everything just a short walk away.

Grand Forks
The City Pads: conveniently located, with everything just a short walk away.
Room-cozy Nest 5 Near UND Campus

Room-cozy Nest 5 Near UND Campus

2 out of 5
Grand Forks
Room-cozy Nest 5 Near UND Campus
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