Devil’s Lake, North Dakota Travel Guide
Introducing Devil’s Lake, North Dakota! Home to around 7,000 residents, this town sits on Devil’s Lake in northeastern North Dakota. Devil’s Lake is the largest natural lake in the state and known as the perch capital of the world. The area provides visitors with great fishing and hiking, museums, and restaurants to explore. Located near Grand Forks, MN (1hr 25min, 90 miles), Fargo, North Dakota (2hr 30min, 165 miles), and Winnipeg, MB (3hr 30min, 190 miles), Devil’s Lake is a great weekend getaway for sportsmen. Come and see all this town has to offer in the guide below!
North Dakota is full of great outdoor recreation, and Devil’s Lake is no exception! Spend time on Devil’s Lake State Park (Grahams Island State Park), located on an island on the lake, to enjoy fishing, boating, hiking, swimming, and camping. Consider taking a drive through White Horse Hill National Game Preserve to spot large game animals in the wild. Take a trip to Ruger Park to play their disc golf course or hit the swimming pool.
Devil’s Lake has great history too. See the Sheriff’s House Museum, a preserved 1910s-era era home, or check out Fort Totten State Historical Site to learn about the military site. The Lake Region Heritage Center also has great information on local history. Other cool spots to hit include Spirit Lake Casino and Resort to kill some time and White Dragon a metaphysical store.
Hungry? Fill up at some local restaurants! Grab your morning brew from Liquid Bean. For breakfast, consider dishes from Old Main Street Cafe or Cedar Inn Family Restaurant. For lunch, get diner favorites from Mr and Mrs J’s Restaurant or burgers from White House Cafe, a 70s themed eatery. Relax in the afternoon with a local pint from Black Paws Brewing. For dinner enjoy delicious Mexican dishes from Anna’s Cocina & Tequila or savor steaks from Ranch Steakhouse.
Need a place to relax and spend the evening in Devil’s Lake? Consider booking a room at Devil’s Lake Sportsman’s Lodge, Devil’s Lake Inn, or Sunlac Inn Devil’s Lake. Want a whole rental to yourself? Consider booking a Vrbo. Here are some of our favorites: Lakefront Home for 9, Cozy Loft for 6, and Downtown Home for 7.
Want to visit Devil’s Lake but not sure when? Consider coming during one of their many festivals! Embrace the winter at ShiverFest or compete in the DLVFD Ice Fishing Tournament or the Chamber Walleye Tournament. Whatever you’re into, Devil’s Lake, North Dakota has something worth seeing. We hope this travel guide gives you a glimpse into life in Devil’s Lake that can inspire a future visit.
Happy Travels!
The Modern Travel Guide
