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2009 Park Permit recognizes Turtle
River State Park's 75th Anniversary

The 2009 annual North Dakota state parks annual permit will be available for purchase on Nov. 1, from the North Dakota Parks and Recreation Department. An annual permit is $25; senior pass (state residents age 65 and older) $20; ND Veterans with service-related disability $20; and ND Veterans with 100 percent service-related disability Free.

The 2009 North Dakota State Parks annual vehicle entrance permit recognizes Turtle River State Park’s 75th anniversary. The permit features two of the park’s well known structures: the CCC (Civilian Conservation Corps) constructed Memorial Picnic Shelter, formerly the bath house, and fieldstone dam.

Established in 1934, Turtle River State Park was among a number of new parks built in North Dakota through President Franklin Delano Roosevelt’s “New Deal” programs.
CCC construction projects in the park included bridges, roads, parking areas, foot paths and a number of stone and log buildings, many of which are still in use today.

West of Grand Forks just off Highway 2, the 784-acre park draws visitors throughout the year. Guests marvel at the park’s natural beauty which changes with the seasons and the diverse recreational opportunities.

The entire park is a nature sanctuary and harbors an abundance of plant and animal life. The river was aptly named for the mud and snapping turtles that were once found in abundance in the stream.

Online campsite and cabin reservations may be made either online or by calling 800-807-4723. Annual park entrance permits may also be ordered online or by phone.

To start your reservation, click on "Online Services" on any page.

NOTE—Camping reservations may be made up to 90 days in advance of arrival; cabin reservations accepted one year in advance. The first day of the 90-day window for 2009 is Sunday, Feb. 15.

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Burn Bans. For up-to-date information on rangeland fire indexes and possible burn bans, call each park directly. Park phone numbers can be found on the Contacting Us page.

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OHV Youth Safety Classes are now being scheduled. Youth ages 12-16 must complete an OHV safety class to ride on public land and trails.
OHV/Snowmobile Online Safety Certification Course This is a great way to obtain your certification card if you are unable to attend our classroom or hands-on training course.
CANDISC. Prelilminary information on the 2009 event is now available.