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Also known as: The Sacred Hills of the Prairies
White Horse Hill, located within Benson County along the heavily forested southern shores of the massive Devils Lake in northeastern North Dakota, is a sacred, ecologically rich wilderness preservation zone encompassing a historic national game preserve. Traditionally revered by the Spirit Lake Dakota Nation as a deeply spiritual site linked to ancient indigenous visions, the region features a unique glaciated landscape of dramatic oak-covered moraine hills that rise abruptly above the surrounding high plains. Formed as a sanctuary to rescue North America's iconic megafauna from extinction, this heavily managed reserve acts as a crucial haven where pure-bred herds of American bison, elk, and prairie dogs thrive under a dense forest canopy, offering an unparalleled window into the pristine prairie ecosystem.
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Suggested stay: 1 day
Drive the 4-mile self-guided wildlife scenic loop to spot wild bison and elk, climb the historic 200-step wooden staircase to the peak of White Horse Hill for panoramic lake views, hike the dense oak canopy trails, and browse indigenous artifacts at the visitors center.