About East Grand Forks
East Grand Forks lies at the confluence of the Red Lake River and the Red River of the North, with excellent catfish fishing, boating, and other recreational opportunities. In the heart of the Red River Valley, East Grand Forks produces an abundance of grains, sugar beets, and potatoes each year.
East Grand Forks is a well-rounded community. Recreation is available at many State Park Systems within a one hour drive. Our neighbor across the Red River is Grand Forks, North Dakota which includes the Grand Forks Air Force Base, Alerus Center, Ralph Engelstad Arena and the University of North Dakota.
There is a population of approximately 9,000 with a surrounding area population of over 80,000. Grand Forks International Airport is 5 miles away.
For more information please visit the EGF Chamber of Commerce
Things to Do
- Grand fun. Grand shopping. Grand dining.
Get away to the Red River Valley where the great outdoors meet the friendly towns of East Grand Forks, MN and Grand Forks, ND. Your two-state adventure will span both banks of the Red River as you enjoy grand dining, shopping, the great outdoors, and the heritage of the upper Midwest.
- Parks
Explore the numerous parks located within East Grand Forks and Grand Forks. Our parks offer something for everyone including basketball courts, flower gardens, frisbee golf, tennis courts, skating rinks, picnic areas, fire places, swimming pools and more.
- Red River State Recreation Area
The park boasts lots of open space for community events, an extensive trail system, including about 20 miles of bicycle trails along the new and improved levee system. Pedestrian bridges cross the river to connect to other trails and park areas in Grand Forks, North Dakota.
- Downtown Grand Cities
It's Norman Rockwell and rockin' the Town Square. It's theatrical productions and produce at the Farmer's Market. It's inspired architecture and fishing to inspire tales. It is downtown Grand Forks, ND, and East Grand Forks, MN.
Places to Stay
Need a place to stay on your campus visit the Greater Grand Forks area has the lodging accommodations to suit you. With more than 1,600 sleeping rooms, the lodging facilities can meet all your room requirements. The information on the Greater Grand Forks Web site will help you find the arrangements that are ideal for making your overnight stay in Greater Grand Forks enjoyable and memorable.
Places to Eat
Greater Grand Forks offers a variety of unique dining opportunities. Experience everything from the eclectic to the elegant and from hearty fare to gourmet delicacies. The Greater Grand Forks Web site has listed all participating restaurants online for your convenience.
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