So much fun! Big thanks to the guide that informed us and answered all our questions on the trading post. We couldnt tour the house because of covid but it was interesting anyway!

This was a great small historic site that we were able to hit while driving through the area.The whole visit took less than an hour, but it was a great stop.

Great part of history and it has been a wonderful experience seeing it. It is in North Dakota but their extra parking lot is in Montana.

Its educational place, historical one, especially for our kids

Visiting the trading Post was very interesting. Lots of great information on the history and activities of those living in the fort and how they traded with the native tribes. Standing up on the walls and looking out over the landscape is a beautiful sight, it really takes you back in time and lets you feel like a pioneer surviving in a vast untouched land far far away from civilization.

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Very interesting. Exact location of original trading post and the fort and structures were rebuilt according to documented specs. I took my 12 year old grandson and he loved the experience

Did the best they could with the covid restrictions . Had a very informative pamphlet and the rangers on duty were very nice and helpful.

Neat place, kindof small but thats how it should be. Staff is incredibly kind and very helpful if you have questions.

An important trading post that has been nicely restored. You can get a good sense for what life was like for the inhabitants of the time by walking the grounds. The main building has nice, historically meaningful exhibits. Additionally, it has lots of local history books for sale.Fun fact: you’ll park in Montana and walk into North Dakota to enter the fort. Also note that your phone may well switch to the Mountain time zone (I had to force mine back to central time).

We had a fun time at the fort. Learned a lot. The junior ranger was entertaining for the kids.

This is a really nice little excursion outside Williston ND. It is a great way to learn about the early life on the frontier. This is not a long time commitment two hours is plenty. They have done a really good job of rebuilding the fort. I would say it is kid friendly with lots of room to run and play outside the fort. If you have physical challenges they will pick you up and give you a ride up to the fort. Five stars for a nice clean place to learn about this areas history. Hit like if this was helpful.

Definitely a must-visit for any history buff or anyone who wants to learn about the most important and longest-lasting fur trading post in the US. Walk among the reconstructed trading post, interact with knowledgeable rangers and staff, and take the time to fully immerse yourself in this historic park unit. Sure, it’s out of the way of a lot of things, but it’s definitely worth the trip to taste this piece of American history.

There was hardly anyone there, so we got a long talk from one of the rangers who was in costume. He gave us examples of the different dialects and explained customs of trade. It was amazing!

Visited it on July 12, 2020 the weather was nice . So good to visit this place . Was great to be outside with a good friend and her boyfriend, as well as my husband.

Very interesting and the guide was knowable property is well maintained good place to bring the family

Very educational & the rangers very knowledgeable. Worth the out of way stop

Nice quick visit. Very cold today but nice to get into the cover of the buildings. Only a few areas open. The main structure has someone manning it if you have questions. They also have a mini museum of things. Worth the experience if youre in ND. Free.

The employees were very knowledgeable about what they spoke of. The museum was inside the old house and very well layed out in a manner that was easy to understand. I also enjoyed getting to walk around and see how things wouldve been set up when the fort was still in use.

So fun for kids of all ages everyone is so nice and they even have real teepees with real natives!Heres some pictures

Faithful recreation of the site. Very historic.

Great place for history buffs.

Had the place to ourselves...very informative tour by the staff.

Took my kids here after having our son and had a great time despite just having a major surgery. Lots of great information and history. Will definitely visit again!

I love the history. I hear summer is the best time to visit.

This was a really fun place to visit. The gentleman in the trading post who dressed up in period clothing was a perfect addition. It was a little warm for a fire and the smoke did not want to go up the chimney at all but it was a great experience.

Very neat historic place, the rangers dressed in period clothing do a great job at telling the story of the American Fur Company. The flintlock firing demonstrations are awesome, and if you are there at the right time they even fire off a cannon!

Historical. I love history.

Definitely recommend checking this place out, especially during the Rendevous! It is so neat to be able to see how a fort was constructed and what its impact was on the surrounding areas. There is another fort as well as an interpretive center nearby so you can make a very nice day journey exploring the past.

It was very nice, the lady working was very informative. They had great artifacts and a cool collection of furs that you could spread out and feel. Unfortunately my phone died and this was the only picture I got.

Great historical place, wonderful staff, well kept. A true jewel of the national park system

This was the highlight of our trip. I thought it would be a short stop-in, but we spent a few hours here because it was fascinating. The docent who chatted with us literally knew everything. We chatted with him about how the fort was recreated, the archaeology, tanning hides and Sioux cooking among other things. Worth a drive out and a visit all on its own.

So worth going! Loved it so much! My 5 yo daughter was completely impressed and just loved touching everything! Such nice people! (They have it where you can touch the things youre allowed to touch lol)

Interesting history and decent recostruction.

As soon as I walked into the fort I was met by an interpreter dressed in traditional indigenous dress. She gave us a wonderful tour of the trading portion of the fort and told us all about why this fort was so successful as a trading post. Hint, it involved a tremendous amount of respect for the natives as well fair trading practices. A small museum even shows some items dug up from the fort.

Reviewed it before and still loving it

Love this place a lot of history here, great scenery, staff is most helpful and courteous. Also they have some pretty cool things you can purchase in the historical museum..

Fun little stop. Great to see the history and its in a beautiful location. What makes it even better is that its free. I suggest taking a picnic and enjoying your time there.

Knowledgeable staffers, well-constructed reproductions, fascinating stories and artifacts!

A remarkably extensive reconstruction that captures a unique period of settlement, displacement, and political divisiveness in American history.

We liked it. Very friendly ranger on duty.

Well-maintained in Fort Union

A little off the main roads but a very nice re-creation of this historic trading post. Worth the time and effort to get here.

History I did not know

A very interesting historical site they rebuilt The trading Post on the old site looks like it was very close to what was there originally they had demonstrations at the building where the trading used to happen the person giving the demonstration was very knowledgeable and very helpful and getting the finer points of what went on there well worth the stop

Wow! An awesome museum and even better historical reenactors. A must see for any interested in the fur trade era.

A nicely recreated historic site ran by the National Park Service. A major fur trading site that served the global demand.

One of a kind, I’ve been there several times, and it’s never been even remotely busy. The park staff is very knowledgeable on the history of the fort and the area.

Very helpful staff and amazing history at this site. Great views and we even got campfire coffee with natural brown sugar in the Trade Room from one of the staff!

Took a blacksmithing class here after not doing it for over a year. Great experience and knowledgeable staff.

Another good historic site. Good museum. Info films need updating.

Very interesting and fantastic rangers to give you all details that you need! Worth the visit

Everyone who is thinking about going should! It is such a great place to learn about the fur trade and native American relationship! The people working there are all very knowledgeable and it really feels like you are back in time

This was our favorite National Historic Site. Lots of activities for kids, and a very interesting place!

Probably 89% restored. Very nice spot. Lots of history there. If you are in this area be sure to take the short drive out to see all 3 attractions in this very close area.

Wonderful place for early American History 1830-1840-1850, Excellent Museum and fantastic & informative staff!!

This is a premier national historical landmark on par with the Custer Battlefield site in Montana. It is an accurate portrayal of this fur trading post that played such an important role in the fur trade in the Upper Missouri region during the 19th century. It is beautifully reconstructed and the surrounding scenery is much like it was then. If you love American history you will love Fort Union! Its well worth a visit! And if you come be sure to also visit Fort Buford and the Confluence Center Museum nearby!!!

Fort Union is a neat historical Place managed by the National Park Service. I couldnt believe that a private fur trading company was actually preserved as a National Treasure. When I learned more about it though the totality of the circumstances makes it a wonderful heritage site.

My daughter and I loved visiting Fort Union Trading Post. We made it a little detour on our drive from Devils Tower National Monument to Theodore Roosevelt National Park. It was a great way to learn about frontier trading. The Junior Ranger--sorry, Junior Trader--program was one of the best. In all, give yourself a couple of hours to see everything. The rangers were very nice and knowledgeable. Its definitely worth a stop on a trip across the northern U.S.

You would never know what an international hub that corner of ND was (and is). The interpreters are very knowledgeable and found ways to connect ideas from the past to the knowledge and experiences of the visitors. Highly recommend a visit.

Great place and surprised its open to the winter traveler. Will have to go again for the open season.

This is just one of the national parks we have visited. Each one is unique and well worth the time to stop and learn about our land. This site was a very important fur trading Post.

Interpreter was great. She was very helpful and explained the fort and its workings well. The ranger inside the visitors center was also very helpful.

Step back in time. Fantastic reenactors

Great place to learn about local history. We love it and go as often as possible. There is no entry fee.

Such a wonderful place to learn something new. A place to visit more than once.

The historian volunteers are so enthusiastic to talk about the time period. Enjoyed the frontier/rendevunous weekend with all the craft tents. Thank you all!

Knowledgeable park ranger. We walked on the ramparts and enjoyed the sod roof, the buildings, the videos and the displays.

We took the kids to the rendezvous. They have discussion of what it was like with the fur traders, the natives, the workers and craftsmen. The kids got to plant seeds, watch blacksmiths make nails and clasps and see a demonstration of loading and shooting a muzzle loader. There were also craft sales outside. A great adventure.

Very interesting information in the museum along with old artifacts found at the site.

Very nice place for history

Nice place to walk around. Folks are nice too.

Interesting

Very neat historic placeNice educated employee.

The rondevue is worth going to if you are in the area

Fun times at the Rendezvous!

It was a great history. I kept smelling burning wood and found out there was. State park worker there that was dressed up in old time outfit she was making cowboy coffee on a hot Humid day but I did so like the smell of the burning wood.

The history of this fort is so interesting and a great interactive place for kids!

Cool and very different from what we have in Europe

For historical value, very nicely done, being totally true to authenticity.I cut my visit short because I saw no restrooms. If it was manned, I saw no evidence of it.

Very well presented and preserved trading Fort on the edge of the prairie and the Missouri river in N Dakota.

Love this place!

Partially reconstructed major trading site. Reconstruction is well done based on major archeological work and photo evidence. I highly recommend!

I visited the area but did not tour the building

Really interesting site. Trail to the river was an added bonus. Lots of historic information, knowledgeable staff.

Great place to visit and enjoy history

Very interesting place. Glad I stopped here.

Awesome place to bring your kids to learn about the history here and best of all its free (unless you care to donate)

A fun place to visit for some history about the American West and an unexpected connection to New York City.

The park ranger was great very informative and friendly. If you like history its a must.

Rendezvous every fathers day week/weekend, very awesome!

An interesting place to visit and learn about the history of the peoples in this area. Lots of things to see, the visitors center is full of great gift ideas.

Cool old landmark in the middle of nowhere. Made the detour on our trip just to break up the drive across North Dakota and Montana. Worth checking out if youre into history and the frontier.

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Wonderful fort, enjoyed park rangers explanations. Interesting displays about the Native Americans living in region in the 1800s.Mosquitoes tried to carry us off.

Very interesting

Looks nice and clean. Lots to see

Fantastic historical

Super cool place if you like local history!

Interesting. Very informative rangers.