2017 Map of Fort Ransom

About this map

Fort Ransom sits at the heart of this North Dakota landscape, where the deeply carved valley of the Sheyenne River breaks the surrounding plains. The terrain is marked by significant elevations and natural landmarks that likely served as points of orientation for early inhabitants and settlers, including Standing Rock Hill and Bears Den Hillock. These landforms, along with The Pyramid and Sorby Hill, define the local topography north and south of the town site. The presence of Northland Cem and Standing Rock Cem offers specialized points of interest for genealogists tracing local family histories in Ransom County. Modern recreational routes also cross this area, notably a segment of the N Country National Scenic Trail, which follows the river's winding path through the valley.