The 8 Best Things to Do in Grand Forks, North Dakota
Located on the Red River that runs between North Dakota and Minnesota, Grand Forks is an often-overlooked destination. But it's one well worth exploring if you find yourself there. Home to over 50,000 people, it's one of the largest cities in North Dakota. Grand Forks brings together that Great Plains charm with the unique experiences of the northern states. In fact, there's a surprising...
15 Charming Day Trips from Kansas City
Kansas City: two cities, divided by a two rivers, a state border, and a geographic barrier. On the eastern side, Kansas City, Missouri is located in the Midwest, while western Kansas City, Kansas is located in the Great Plains. These cities have a lot to offer – you certainly won't run out of things to do in Kansas City if you're planning a trip! However, you might want to explore beyond Kansas City, and that's where a great day trip comes in...
The 20 Best Things to Do in Lubbock, Texas (Updated for 2023)
For a town of 250,000, Lubbock gets overlooked for other, larger, more easily accessed Texas cities. In fact, Lubbock ranks as the 11th largest city in Texas, and is a great stop if you're traveling through West Texas – to or from Amarillo, or headed elsewhere in the wide-sweeping southern Great Plains. No matter the reason you find yourself visiting Lubbock, never fear...
11 Great Things to Do in Newton, Kansas
One of the best parts about the Great Plains is how much there is to explore. Honestly, most people just take a flight if they find themselves needing to travel across the Plains – hence them earning the nickname of the "flyover states" – or drive through at the fastest safe speed without stopping to enjoy the experience...
11 Great Things to Do in Wichita, Kansas
Home to nearly 400,000 people, Wichita is considered the largest city in the Sunflower State of Kansas. (Yep, it's considered bigger than the Kansas side of Kansas City!) As you might imagine, that means it's a city full of surprises, of delicious dishes, and of welcoming people. There are also lots of things to do in Wichita, whether you're planning a first trip or a return to discover something new...
The 13 Best Things to Do in Fargo,
North DakotaWhen you think about destinations in North Dakota – and yes, I know this is something that everyone thinks about quite a lot – what comes to mind? There's one town, right? Fargo – made famous by the dark crime dramedy of the same name from 1996...
The 10 Best Things to Do in Billings, Montana
Everyone knows that Montana is "Big Sky Country," but part of what makes it possible to appreciate the sweeping sky is the flat expanse of the Great Plains that cover part of the state. Located in the southeastern corner of Montana, Billings sits on the border between the Great Plains and the Rocky Mountains to the west – giving you a chance to enjoy the best that both geographies have to offer...
The 7 Things to Do in Junction City, Kansas
As you make your way along Interstate 70 in the Great Plains, you'll pass a number of roadside attractions and towns worth a stop to stretch your legs – at minimum. One such spot is Junction City, Kansas, home to 23,000 proud Kansans. Not far from Abilene, there are plenty of great things to do in Junction City. From history and culture to the Great Outdoors, Junction City offers plenty for travelers wise enough to stop and enjoy their time...
The 11 Best Things to Do in Lead, South Dakota
When most people plan a trip to South Dakota's Black Hills, they have one destination in mind: Mount Rushmore. If they're adventurous, they might add in other stops, like Crazy Horse Memorial or Custer State Park. But that's usually it... There's so much more to explore in the Black Hills, and after you finish seeing those sights in the southern part of the region, head up north and use Lead, South Dakota as your base to see the rest...
The 9 Best Things to Do in Broken Bow, Oklahoma
One of the things I most love about exploring the Great Plains is how much there is to discover. Some might think this part of the country is empty – it's just endless fields and rolling hills, right? Well, yes, much of the Great plains is... plains. But there are also more mountainous areas (relatively speaking) and some gorgeous waterways and lakes...
