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Langdon
Skip Langdon unless you have a specific reason to visit (family, work, hunting). It is a 1,900-person farm town with one motel and a handful of cafés; the nearest city of any size is Grand Forks, 1.5 hours south.
Langdon is a quiet agricultural town in the Red River Valley near the Canadian border. It has no major attractions, limited dining and one motel. Most travellers pass through on ND-5 or stop for a meal on the way to the Pembina border crossing. A half-hour walk around the Cavalier County courthouse square and a coffee at the Viking Cafe is the full visit.
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- Weather
- see forecast
- Currency
- USD
- Best months
- Jun–Sep
- avoid Dec–Feb (bitter cold, -20°C (−4°F) possible)avoid Dec–Feb (bitter cold, −4°F (-20°C) possible)
- Airport
- GFK
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Rules in force · 7Crossing between the US, Canada and Mexico by land needs …Cannabis is legal in Canada and in many US states, but ta…
- North America ↗Crossing between the US, Canada and Mexico by land needs your passport even on a day trip; rental cars need the company's written permission to cross, and most US and Canadian rental insurance stops at the Mexican border.
- North America ↗Cannabis is legal in Canada and in many US states, but taking any amount across the US, Canadian or Mexican border is a federal crime — including edibles and vapes.
- North America ↗The busiest US and Canadian national parks need timed-entry, campsite or lodge reservations in summer; release dates are months ahead.
- United States ↗Check whether you need an ESTA (Visa Waiver Program) or a visa on the official CBP and State Department sites; apply only through esta.cbp.dhs.gov, not third-party sites, and allow time before you book.
- United States ↗Several popular national parks use timed-entry or vehicle reservations in peak season; check each park's page on nps.gov and book on recreation.gov before fixing your dates.
- United States ↗Medical care is very expensive for visitors; buy travel insurance with high medical cover before you fly.
- United States ↗Tipping is expected: about 15–20% at sit-down restaurants and bars, and a tip for taxis, hotel staff and guides.
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- Walking areas with bag rules
- Day plans checked against opening hours
- Airport-to-bed timings and the last safe connection
- Field-checked times and prices
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Emergency numbers for Langdon911 ▾
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EssentialsQuick answers and what things cost
Essentials
Quick answers and what things cost
Quick answers
The questions people ask first about Langdon, one line each. Tap a card for the full answer.
- Cash or card?Currency is the US dollar (USD, $).United States-wide
- SIM or eSIMAT&T, Verizon and T-Mobile cover the country; prepaid SIMs at their stores and Walmart/Target (passport required), or an eSIM before you fly.United States-wide
- Tap waterTap water is drinkable nearly everywhere; boil or treat water from streams in parks.United States-wide
- TippingSit-down restaurant: 18–22% of the pre-tax bill.United States-wide
- Plugs & powerSockets A/B. US/Canada (A/B): fits · UK/Ireland (G): adapter · Australia/NZ (I): adapter. 120 V: UK and AU 230 V-only devices need a converter; most chargers are dual-voltage.United States-wide
- SafetyVery safe; the main risk is winter cold and icy roads.
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- RestroomsFree public toilets are scarce in big cities; use cafés, department stores, libraries, stations.United States-wide
- Emergency numbers911 police, fire, ambulance
- Sundays & holidaysFederal holidays close offices, banks and post offices; national parks stay open.United States-wide
- Your embassyFind your embassy's 24-hour line before you fly.
- AirportGFK Grand Forks International (About 1.5 h south via US-81 and ND-5; limited flights from Denver and Minneapolis.).
- Getting aroundEverything is within a 10-minute walk of the courthouse square.
Cost cheat-sheet
Typical prices for the everyday things, as ranges. Your currency is shown next to the local price.
- CoffeeCoffee at Viking Cafe$2–4
- Sit-down mealDinner at Stables Supper Club$15–30
- Budget bedMotel double room (Langdon Motor Inn), a night, per roomUS$45
- Mid-range bedMotel double room (Langdon Motor Inn), a night, per roomUS$60
- High-end bedMotel double room (Langdon Motor Inn), a night, per roomUS$80
A day, not counting the bed: Budget US$60 · Mid US$100 · High US$160
Prices in local money; change the currency in the header to see yours next to them. Every price and the budget calculator →
DecideWhat it is known for, and when the weather works
Decide
What it is known for, and when the weather works
At a glance
What the city is known for, how you fly in, and where to find the phrases.
- Airports
- GFK Grand Forks International (About 1.5 h south via US-81 and ND-5; limited flights from Denver and Minneapolis.)
Best months at a glance
From the guide's best and avoid lists
Jan
Avoid
−8°C (18°F)18°F (−8°C)
Feb
Avoid
−5°C (23°F)23°F (−5°C)
Mar
not flagged
2°C (36°F)36°F (2°C)
Apr
not flagged
12°C (54°F)54°F (12°C)
May
not flagged
19°C (66°F)66°F (19°C)
Jun
Best
24°C (75°F)75°F (24°C)
Jul
Best
27°C (81°F)81°F (27°C)
Aug
Best
26°C (79°F)79°F (26°C)
Sep
Best
21°C (70°F)70°F (21°C)
Oct
not flagged
13°C (55°F)55°F (13°C)
Nov
not flagged
2°C (36°F)36°F (2°C)
Dec
Avoid
−5°C (23°F)23°F (−5°C)
Best: Jun–Sep. Avoid: Dec–Feb. Month by month →
Warmest Jul (27°C (81°F)81°F (27°C)), coolest Jan (−19°C (−2°F)−2°F (−19°C) low), wettest Jun (11 rain days), driest Jan (5). Averages, not a forecast.
Weather and climate
Langdon: next 7 days
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Air quality
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Model estimate (CAMS via Open-Meteo), not a street-level station; readings near busy roads run higher.
Jan
−8°C (18°F)18°F (−8°C)
−19°C (−2°F)−2°F (−19°C)
5 rd
Feb
−5°C (23°F)23°F (−5°C)
−17°C (1°F)1°F (−17°C)
5 rd
Mar
2°C (36°F)36°F (2°C)
−10°C (14°F)14°F (−10°C)
6 rd
Apr
12°C (54°F)54°F (12°C)
−1°C (30°F)30°F (−1°C)
6 rd
May
19°C (66°F)66°F (19°C)
6°C (43°F)43°F (6°C)
9 rd
Jun
24°C (75°F)75°F (24°C)
12°C (54°F)54°F (12°C)
11 rd
Jul
27°C (81°F)81°F (27°C)
14°C (57°F)57°F (14°C)
9 rd
Aug
26°C (79°F)79°F (26°C)
13°C (55°F)55°F (13°C)
8 rd
Sep
21°C (70°F)70°F (21°C)
8°C (46°F)46°F (8°C)
7 rd
Oct
13°C (55°F)55°F (13°C)
1°C (34°F)34°F (1°C)
6 rd
Nov
2°C (36°F)36°F (2°C)
−8°C (18°F)18°F (−8°C)
5 rd
Dec
−5°C (23°F)23°F (−5°C)
−16°C (3°F)3°F (−16°C)
5 rd
High / low, both scales · rd = rain days
Arrive & moveAirports are listed under At a glance; this is how to move once you are in
Arrive & move
Airports are listed under At a glance; this is how to move once you are in
Getting around
Everything is within a 10-minute walk of the courthouse square. A car is needed to reach the Pembina Hills or to go to any other town.
See & doDay-trips, door to door
See & do
Day-trips, door to door
Day-trips
Door to door: 1.5 h
Drive south on US-81 / ND-5, about 1.5 h
Full services, restaurants, university town.
Pembina Hills
goDoor to door: 30 min
Drive east on ND-5 about 20 min, then south on county roads
Hiking and cross-country ski trails; check trail conditions.
Door to door: 20 min
Drive east on ND-5, about 20 min
Smaller than Langdon; only if you need the border crossing.
Eat & sleepWhich area to sleep in
Eat & sleep
Which area to sleep in
Where to sleep
Areas, not hotels: pick the one that fits your arrival time and plans.
Langdon town centre
One motel (Langdon Motor Inn) and one lodge (Moose Creek Lodge) on the highway; book ahead in hunting season (Sep–Nov).
PracticalWhat a day costs, what to watch out for, and the pocket card
Practical
What a day costs, what to watch out for, and the pocket card
Cost per day
- Budget
- $50–80 excl. bed
- Mid
- $80–130 excl. bed
- High
- $130+ excl. bed
Trip budget
| Motel double room (Langdon Motor Inn)1 × 1 night × US$45 | US$45 |
| Food, local transport, entries1 × 1 day × US$60 | US$60 |
| Trip total≈ US$105 per person per day, bed included | US$105 |
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2026 estimate in USD; flights and car rental excluded.
Prices of common things
| Coffee at Viking Cafe | $2–4 |
| Lunch at Crossroads Family Restaurant | $10–15 |
| Dinner at Stables Supper Club | $15–30 |
| Motel room (Langdon Motor Inn) | $45–80 (check) |
2026 estimate; check locally.
Watch out
Safety
- Hunting season (Sep–Nov) fills the motel; book weeks ahead.
- Many businesses close by 17:00 or 18:00; plan meals accordingly.Many businesses close by 5:00 PM or 6:00 PM; plan meals accordingly.
- Winter driving on ND-5 can be hazardous; check road conditions.
Emergency numbers
- Police, Fire, Ambulance
- 911
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Fare anchors (2026 estimate)
- Grand Forks → Langdon by car: About 1.5 h, no public transport
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Deep diveWhat this guide covers so far, and its sources
Deep dive
What this guide covers so far, and its sources
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This is a basic guide: no airport-to-bed contract, walking clusters or day plans are published for Langdon. Airport, fare and schedule details are unverified; check the operators before you fly.
What we know, and what is coming
On this page
- Best months: Jun–Sep · avoid Dec–Feb (bitter cold, -20°C possible) · month by month →
- 1 airport and 1 area to sleep in
- Weather: a 7-day forecast and monthly averages
- Cost per day in 3 bands
- 3 day-trips, door to door
- 3 things to watch out for, with emergency numbers
Coming as the guide grows
- An airport-to-bed path that says whether a late landing still works
- Walking clusters with bag rules
- Day plans checked against opening hours
- Field-verified times and fares
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