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Youngsters break ground for North Dakota’s 14th state park

By Jim Johnson May 31, 2024 | 4:38 PM

(KNOX) – Local youth joined the North Dakota Parks and Recreation Department, the Governor’s Office and others to celebrate a historic milestone today at the official groundbreaking ceremony for Pembina Gorge State Park.

As North Dakota’s 14th state park, the newest since 1989, Pembina Gorge State Park marks a significant investment into the state’s outdoor recreation. Local children shared their excitement for the future opportunities they will be able to share with generations to come.

The project will include underground utilities, roads, a 55-site campground, six all-season full-service cabins, a comfort station and a shop.

Future developments may include a visitor center with indoor and outdoor learning areas and retail and office space.

The 2023 Legislature approved $6 million for the new park facilities, with an additional $2 million coming from a matching federal Land and Water Conservation Fund grant.

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