US Highway 281

Rural fun runs support America.

Celebrate the road less traveled, (Highway 281) small towns in rural USA appreciate the economic boost we travelers bring to their area. More often than not you will be doing business with the owner rather than a corporation. It could be Mom, Pop or one of the kids working the store. Have you noticed that people in small towns seem friendlier. You don't have to travel far, or break the bank to have an awesome adventure!

We urge you, the family, friends and neighbors to get up and go explore rural America, the people, the places, the history and the many different cultural activities and recreational opportunities this great land has to offer. Anyone that appreciates Americana and the foundations of free enterprise should consider spending their tourist dollars where it benefits other Americans.

Can Do spirit on US Hwy 281 North Dakota

Cando, North Dakota. This town has around 1,000 hardy citizens. I say that because the City proclaims the founders had the "Can Do Spirit". "... and in virtue of our authority we select this location and name the town 'Cando' to show you that we can do it." ~ Captain Prosper Parker, February 14, 1884. I believe them. The weather up here on the Northern end of US Hwy 281 can get bone deep COLD. It reminds me of that old saying, "Can't do it, Can't stay."

Wide open spaces on ND Hwy 281.

New Rockford, ND with 1,200 residents in this pretty little town, founded in 1883. US Highway 281 crosses the James River on the North side of town, where the Memorial Park is located. A heated swimming pool, basketball courts, softball, picinic areas, overnight camping, and a children's play area for all to enjoy.

Snow angels to palm trees on US Highway 281.

If one wanted to bounce out of the house for some fun on 281 this weekend into the week ahead we might want to dial in the weather channel for a look see. Lets have a satellite look at the weather conditions some of our neighbors up and down US Highway 281 are or will be experiencing in the next few days.

Buffalo City on North Dakota Highway 281.

Know far and wide as "The Buffalo City". Home to The World's Largest man-made Buffalo. Also known as the Pride of the Prairie. Year round activities O'plenty in this area of America. In the winter, there is snowmobiling, ice fishing, cross country skiing, etc. During the spring and summer there are all the other recreation and sporting activities one would expect for each of the seasons.

North Dakota U.S. Highway 281

The north end of US Highway 281.