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Trip Planner:   USA  /  North Dakota  /  Bismarck  /  Chief Lookings Village

Chief Lookings Village, Bismarck

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Historic Walking Area · Hidden Gem · Scenic Walking Area
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The Chief Looking's Village site is a historic archeological site on the east side of Pioneer Park in Bismarck, North Dakota that was listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1978. It has also been known as Ward Earth Lodge Village. It was listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1978.It is a Mandan village site that, as of its NRHP listing, had never been severely vandalized or disrupted by archeological excavations, so it remained valuable for the information potential that it held.Further readingWood, W. Raymond. "Notes on a Burned Earth Lodge at the Ward Site, North Dakota". Plains Anthropologist 8 (1957): 41-42.
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  • By Grussingtravels
    We walked here from where we were staying to hunt for different types of tree seeds. We got to read about the Mandan Native Americans that dwelled here along with other settlers. The views were... 
    We walked here from where we were staying to hunt for different types of tree seeds. We got to read about the Mandan Native Americans that dwelled here along with other settlers. The views were...  more »
  • By firebear1961
    great place to come and park to watch sunsets over the river. They have benches to set on or you can walk to spot on the hill 
    great place to come and park to watch sunsets over the river. They have benches to set on or you can walk to spot on the hill  more »
  • By Harry E
    Do note, during winter months you must walk into this area as the gate is closed. If you are looking at capturing a beautiful sunset photo, this is the place to go. The way the river is oriented.....  more
    Do note, during winter months you must walk into this area as the gate is closed. If you are looking at capturing a beautiful sunset photo, this is the place to go. The way the river is oriented.....  more »
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  • By Lee Loo
    This place never fail to amaze me with its beautiful sunsets and picturesque views Chief looking Village is a fine place to relax, chill, take photos , dates or take a walk in the near Bismarck trail. This place is closed during winter . And on regular days it closes at 10pm . But we went home past 10pm and there are still a lot of people Vibin’ there 😊
  • By Colton Schulz
    Was pleasantly surprised to see quite a few nice benches. Beautiful scenic area.
  • By Lillie Norris
    Nice view of the river. There is a playground and lots of benches. Also hiking trails and a large parking lot. The flowers are pretty
  • By Noah Cliften
    Probably the best view of the Missouri river that Bismarck has to offer. I've gone multiple times at either sunrise or sunset, and each time I feel the love of an ever present God! Great place to take pics.
  • By Andrea Grigsby
    This is my favorite spot in Bismark, North Dakota. The view is amazing!!! It is a short loop walk with historical information to read. Absolutely breath taking.
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