Where is Langdon, North Dakota, USA?

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Where is Langdon Located? - Langdon is a city located in the Cavalier County of North Dakota, United States. Langdon lies between 40.7048242 Degrees North latitudes and 73.6501295 Degrees West longitudes.

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Where is Langdon, North Dakota

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Where is Langdon Located?

Langdon is a city located in the Cavalier County of North Dakota, United States. Langdon lies between 40.7048242 Degrees North latitudes and 73.6501295 Degrees West longitudes. According to 2020 U.S.census, the population of Langdon city is 1909 people and the city has a total area of 1.55 sq mi. The city has numerous parks and recreational facilities.

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Langdon, North Dakota Quick Facts

PropertyDetails
CityLangdon
CountyCavalier County
StateNorth Dakota
State CapitalBismarck
US RegionMidwestern United States
Latitude48.7597° N
Longitude98.3687° W
Elevation1,598 ft (487 m)
Land Area2.02 sq mi
Water Area0.00 sq mi
Total Area2.02 sq mi
Population (2020 Census)1,909
Population DensityApproximately 945 per sq mi
ZIP Code58249
Area Code701
Time Zone StandardCentral Standard Time (CST, UTC−6)
Time Zone DaylightCentral Daylight Time (CDT, UTC−5)
CurrencyUnited States Dollar (USD)
FIPS Code38-44700
Metropolitan AreaNot part of a metropolitan statistical area

Transportation and Connectivity in Langdon

CategoryDetails
Nearest AirportGrand Forks International Airport
IATA CodeGFK
Major HighwaysU.S. Highway 81, North Dakota Highway 5, North Dakota Highway 20
Public TransitLimited local transportation services
Nearest Rail ServiceRegional freight rail service
Regional AccessConnected to Cavalier County communities, Grand Forks, and northern North Dakota
  • U.S. Highway 81: Provides north-south access through eastern North Dakota toward Canada and regional cities.
  • North Dakota Highway 5: Connects Langdon with nearby communities and agricultural areas.
  • Grand Forks International Airport: Located approximately 90 miles southeast and provides commercial air service.
  • Regional Location: Langdon serves as an agricultural and service center for Cavalier County near the Canadian border.

Top Places to Visit in Langdon, North Dakota

Landmark NameType
Cavalier County MuseumHistory Museum
Langdon City ParkCommunity Park
Langdon Country ClubGolf Course
Langdon Riverside Golf CourseGolf Course
Riverside ParkRecreation Area
Gunlogson Nature Preserve (nearby)Nature Preserve
Lake Alice National Wildlife Refuge (nearby)Wildlife Refuge
Pembina Gorge (nearby)Scenic Recreation Area
Walhalla State Historic Site (nearby)Historic Site
International Peace Garden (regional)Botanical Garden & Monument

Driving Distances from Langdon, North Dakota to Nearby Cities

CityStateDistance (mi)Approx. Drive Time
CavalierNorth Dakota2530 minutes
WalhallaNorth Dakota4555 minutes
Devils LakeNorth Dakota951 hour 40 minutes
Grand ForksNorth Dakota951 hour 30 minutes
FargoNorth Dakota1702 hours 45 minutes
MinotNorth Dakota2203 hours 30 minutes
BismarckNorth Dakota3004 hours 30 minutes
WinnipegManitoba, Canada1402 hours 30 minutes
Sioux FallsSouth Dakota3605 hours 30 minutes
Rapid CitySouth Dakota4306 hours 30 minutes

Colleges and Universities in and near Langdon, North Dakota

Institution NameTypeLevelNotable For
North Dakota State College of SciencePublicCollegeTechnical education, agriculture, business, health sciences, and career programs
University of North DakotaPublicResearch UniversityAviation, medicine, engineering, business, and research programs
Mayville State UniversityPublicUniversityEducation, business, nursing, and liberal arts programs
Lake Region State CollegePublicCommunity CollegeTechnical training, nursing, business, and workforce programs
North Dakota State UniversityPublicResearch UniversityAgriculture, engineering, sciences, and research programs

Waterbodies in Langdon, North Dakota

Park River, Tongue River, Lake Alice, Renwick Dam, Homme Dam, Pembina River (nearby), Devils Lake (regional)

Stadiums in Langdon

Langdon Area High School Athletic Complex, Langdon Football Field, Langdon Baseball Field, Langdon Riverside Recreation Facilities

Langdon, North Dakota — Key Historical Facts

  • Langdon was founded in the late nineteenth century and became the county seat of Cavalier County in 1884.
  • The city was named after Judson LaMoure Langdon, an early railroad official associated with the development of the region.
  • The arrival of the railroad helped Langdon grow into an important agricultural trading center in northeastern North Dakota.
  • The surrounding area developed around wheat, barley, and other grain farming, which remain important parts of the regional economy.
  • Today, Langdon serves as a community center for Cavalier County with schools, healthcare services, local businesses, and access to outdoor recreation areas.

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