AMERICA, ONE BEAUTIFUL ROAD AT A TIME

Sheyenne River Valley Scenic Byway

North Dakota
Take your time. Make a few stops. Enjoy the view.
Rolled Hay in Field on County Road 13 · Public Domain. Photo by Mat Leffler-Schulman of FHWA · Photo credits
THE JOURNEY IS THE REASON TO GO

Let the road set the pace.

In a state known for its flat horizons, a dip into a tree-speckled valley with snaking river and winding roadway is a welcome variation. Discover Native American, Viking, and pioneer lore. Explore 27 interpretive sites that include historic sites, trails, bridges, antiques, birds, and starry nights. Quaint towns and farmsteads lend charm to your journey.

The experienceNational Scenic Byway
Start with this outlineChoose a section of the named byway
Bales of hay like giant rolls sit drying in a hayfield on the Sheyenne River Valley Scenic Byway somewhere north of the Preston Church site.
Rolled Hay in Field on County Road 13
Public Domain. Photo by Mat Leffler-Schulman of FHWA · Photo credits

Before you drive

Choose your stops before departure and check current road access, weather and vehicle suitability. A byway listing does not guarantee that every section or visitor facility is open.

Make it a satisfying day

Choose a realistic section, then allow time for viewpoints, a town stop and breaks. Scenic mileage rarely tells the whole story of how long an outing will take.

Match the road to your vehicle

Check the exact roads for your car, RV or motorcoach. Tunnel dimensions, turning space, grades and road surfaces can matter as much as distance.

Official route information ↗State road-condition links ↗

Route overview and designation: Federal Highway Administration, America’s Byways. Research: October 2026. This is a travel idea, not live navigation or a guarantee that the full route is open. Confirm exact roads, current conditions, parking and any attraction reservations before departure.