These include the Bowman County fairgrounds, Spring Lake, Gascoyne Lake and Bowman-Haley Dam. A scenic drive through the rugged Badlands of North Dakota is only a few minutes away, and can provide for and unforgettable day of relaxation. Within its borders, Bowman County has all the beauty southwestern North Dakota is known for, along with the peaceful serenity known to its residents. One look at the landscape, with its rolling hills and winding rivers, one comes to appreciate the splendor of mother nature. Opportunities for outdoor recreational activity abound in this three-county region.
Fishing is excellent at the local rivers and lakes.
The area offers the avid sportsperson all-season hunting, with some of the best pheasant hunting available in North Dakota. Grouse, trophy whitetail, mule deer, antelope and waterfowl round out the local hunting opportunities. For those who would rather use a shovel than a gun to bag a trophy, the area is internationally renowned for its unique geology and paleontology group that offers opportunities to participate in on-going digs. Premier golfers will enjoy two local courses in Bowman and Hettinger. We're within a days driving distance to the Black Hills and the National Grasslands, skiing in nearby Montana, visits to Mount Rushmore, gambling in Deadwood, South Dakota or camping and hiking in Yellowstone National Park.