There’s something so special about a picnic in Fargo! We see a lot of romantic picnics portrayed in movies, but even if you’re not with a partner, a picnic can be such a fun way to mix up something we do everyday, eat! So whether you’re with friends, kids, or even alone, try to find time to eat all fresco while the weather allows.
Check out our list of best picnic spots in Fargo and Moorhead, including helpful amenities (like covered picnic tables and restrooms) and beautiful landscapes!
Picnic Spots in Fargo & Moorhead
Rendevous Park
Amenities: Open shelters, electricity, charcoal grills, public restrooms, playground equipment, sand volleyball court, baseball fields, basketball court, two disc golf courses, a skate park and two soccer fields.
Why we love it: waterfall, benches, walking and bike path around pond, open space
Lindenwood Park
Amenities: Open shelter, picnic tables, electricity, grill, restrooms, adaptive playground.
Why we love it: Lots of trees, landscaped campgrounds, walking paths by the river.
Shadow Wood Park
Amenities: Covered picnic tables, park and splash pad. Indoor restrooms are only available exclusively to gazebo rental guests.
Why we love it: Large pond and waterfall nearby.
North Elmwood Park
Amenities: Electricity, grills, Picnic shelters, tables, playground with zip line, restrooms, basketball and volleyball courts, baseball and softball fields, horseshoes, and skatepark.
Why we love it: Lots of trees and trail along the Sheyenne River.
Urban Plains Park
Amenities: Shelter, gazebo, playgrounds for toddlers and older kids, restrooms and recreational trails.
Why we love it: Walking paths, bridges, wildflowers, butterflies and home to the Garden of Healing.
Gooseberry Mound Park
Amenities: Shelters, picnic tables, parks, water, restrooms, grill, electricity.
Why we love it: Lots of open space and trails along the river.
River’s Bend Park
Amenities: Covered picnic tables, hiking and biking path, playground.
Why we love it: Path and playground around large pond
MB Johnson Park
Amenities: Shelters, picnic tables, electricity, playground, restrooms, water, edible forest
Why we love it: Lots of open space, over 100 fruits trees and trails.
Orchard Glen
Amenities: edible forest during the fall, apple blossoms during spring, a wildflower garden, walking paths, river views
Why we love it: very quiet and hidden, edible forest to explore, trails to stretch your legs
Happy picnicking!