Community partners to celebrate Lewis & Clark State Park’s Golden Anniversary

Epping, ND – Lewis and Clark State Park marks its 50th anniversary with a year-long celebration, made possible by the generosity of its community. The park has served as an outdoor haven in northwest North Dakota for recreation, education, and family fun for half a century.

Williams County and the City of Williston’s Convention and Visitors Bureau have joined in the celebration with generous monetary contributions to help the park bring unique and memorable events to its visitors. In addition, many local businesses are donating monetarily, or giving supplies and food to support the events. Employees of local businesses have also committed to volunteering of their time. A list of those supporting the anniversary celebration in these additional ways can be found below.

Monthly events to commemorate this golden anniversary, from themed hikes and educational programs to fishing tournaments and a dino dig, offer a variety of ways for people to connect with the park and create lasting memories.

“We sincerely value our partnerships within the Williams County area and with this support we aim to make our anniversary year an amazing one,” says Park Manager for Lewis and Clark State Park, Katie Ogden. “We are excited to celebrate this milestone with a series of events throughout the year that will showcase the park’s natural beauty, rich history, and the vital role it plays in our community.”

Visitors can further enhance their experience at the park with a hike along the Coteau trail with its new boardwalk for an up-close look at wetland animals, or make use of convenient on-site rental equipment, including kayaks, canoes and paddleboards.