Chief Looking’s Village

bird's eye view of the swing set, pergola, and parking lot at Chief Looking's Village

The gate is open daily from May to October, depending on the weather.

Features

  • Scenic overlook of Missouri River
  • Pergola: reservable by calling 701-222-6455
  • Playground
  • Sonali’s Garden
  • Trail: 0.55-mile unpaved interpretive
  • Parking lot
  • Restroom: portable
  • Chief Looking’s Village is part of Pioneer Park Overlook.
  • Trails: unpaved biking and hiking
  • Trail: paved shared use connection to Riverfront Trail

More Information

Occupied from about 1550 to 1600, Chief Looking’s Village was one of a dozen or more Mandan towns clustered close to the confluence of the Heart and Missouri rivers, the center of the Mandan’s traditional homeland. Learn more about the Mandan by walking the interpretive trail.

Chief Looking’s Village Info