Picture this: the light of the full moon glinting off the snow, a quiet, peaceful forest hike, and beautiful luminaries guiding your way. Wouldn’t that be a wonderful experience? You can do this yourself during a special one-night-only event at one of North Dakota’s state parks. Here’s everything you need to know for the 2020 event:

Enjoy a moon and lantern-lit trail in February 2020 at North Dakota’s beautiful Fort Stevenson State Park, located near Garrison and along the shores of Lake Sakakawea.

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On Saturday, February 8th, 2020, there will be a full moon known as the Snow Moon. If the sky is clear that night, you should be able to see it in its full glory as it reflects the sun’s light onto the trail.

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The event begins at 6:00 PM when you should go to the park’s Visitor’s Center to begin the hike. People of all ages are welcome to join in, and even dogs can come along as long as they are leashed.

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The park staff will have placed candle-lit luminaries along the one-mile route to guide you through the snow and trees. These beautiful lanterns add a special experience to set it apart from normal trails.

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Walk, snowshoe, or cross-country ski at your own pace, following the lights, as the sun fully sets and the moon appears. After you’ve completed the route, you will return to the Visitor’s Center to warm up and enjoy snacks and refreshments.

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This is the only event in North Dakota like this each year - with both the lanterns and the Snow Moon - so you definitely don’t want to miss this magical event.

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For more information about this event, click here. If you plan on snowshoeing or cross-country skiing and need rentals, it’s a good idea to reserve them from the park ahead of time. You can visit Fort Stevenson State Park year-round, among other great parks. Here’s an entire list of great winter getaways in North Dakota.

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Address: Fort Stevenson State Park, 1252A 41st Ave NW, Garrison, ND 58540, USA