Roadside Attractions in North Dakota
4 stops across 3 towns in North Dakota — the oversized, the handmade and the barely-signposted.
Worth the detour in North Dakota
Salem Sue, the World's Largest Holstein Cow
New Salem, ND
Standing proud on a hill overlooking Interstate 94, this massive 38-foot-tall fiberglass Holstein cow honors the local dairy industry. Built in 1974, Salem Sue is so large that she can be seen from miles away, offering spectacular panoramic views of the prairie from her base.
World's Largest Buffalo Monument
Jamestown, ND
Standing 26 feet tall and weighing 60 tons, this massive concrete bison has guarded Jamestown since 1959. Affectionately named 'Dakota Thunder,' it offers a classic, larger-than-life roadside photo op. The surrounding site also features a recreated pioneer town and a live buffalo herd.
Enchanted Highway
Regent, North Dakota
This whimsical 32-mile stretch of highway features some of the world's largest scrap metal sculptures, depicting giant pheasants, grasshoppers, and Roosevelt. Created by local artist Gary Greff to save his dying town, this unique outdoor gallery is an unforgettable prairie road trip.
The Enchanted Highway
Regent, ND
This 32-mile stretch of highway features some of the world's largest scrap metal sculptures, designed to revitalize a small town. Created by local artist Gary Greff, these colossal installations include a giant tin family and massive pheasants. It is a whimsical, record-breaking open-air art gallery.
Browse by town in North Dakota
The busiest town here is Regent (2). Every listing has photos, opening hours, admission and directions, and the directory grows whenever somebody searches for a stop that isn't in it yet.