Where is Shell Valley, North Dakota, USA?

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Where is Shell Valley Located? - Shell Valley is a city located in the Rolette County of North Dakota, United States. Shell Valley lies between 34.1861922 Degrees North latitudes and 103.3343978 Degrees West longitudes.

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Where is Shell Valley, North Dakota

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Where is Shell Valley Located?

Shell Valley is a city located in the Rolette County of North Dakota, United States. Shell Valley lies between 34.1861922 Degrees North latitudes and 103.3343978 Degrees West longitudes. According to 2020 U.S.census, the population of Shell Valley city is 1146 people and the city has a total area of 15 sq mi. The city has numerous parks and recreational facilities.

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Shell Valley, North Dakota Quick Facts

AttributeDetails
CityShell Valley
CountyPierce County
StateNorth Dakota
State CapitalBismarck
US RegionMidwestern United States
Latitude48.1189° N
Longitude99.9587° W
Elevation1,585 ft (483 m)
Land Area (sq mi)0.00
Water Area (sq mi)0.00
Total Area (sq mi)0.00
Population (2020 Census)Unincorporated community
Population Density (per sq mi)N/A
ZIP Codes58318
Area Code701
Time Zone StandardCentral Standard Time (CST), UTC−6
Time Zone DaylightCentral Daylight Time (CDT), UTC−5
CurrencyUnited States Dollar (USD)
FIPS CodeN/A
Congressional DistrictAt-large Congressional District

Transportation and Connectivity in Shell Valley

Transportation FeatureDetails
Airport NameDevils Lake Regional Airport; Minot International Airport provides additional commercial air service.
IATA CodeDVL; MOT
PortNone; inland rural location
Major HighwaysNorth Dakota Highway 3, U.S. Highway 2, and nearby U.S. Highway 281
Train/Amtrak ServiceAmtrak Empire Builder service is available at Rugby, North Dakota.
Local Bus/Transit ServiceNo local public transit service; rural transportation options serve the surrounding area.
  • North Dakota Highway 3 provides local access through the Shell Valley area and connects nearby rural communities.
  • U.S. Highway 2 provides regional east-west travel across northern North Dakota.
  • U.S. Highway 281 offers north-south access through central North Dakota communities.

Top Places to Visit near Shell Valley, North Dakota

Landmark NameType
Pierce County Historical MuseumMuseum
Rugby — Geographical Center of North America MonumentHistoric Landmark
Devils LakeNatural Attraction
J. Clark Salyer National Wildlife RefugeWildlife Refuge
Lake Alice National Wildlife RefugeWildlife Refuge
Black Tiger Bay State Recreation AreaRecreation Area
Sheyenne National GrasslandGrassland
International Peace GardenGarden Attraction
Prairie Village MuseumMuseum
Upper Souris National Wildlife RefugeWildlife Refuge

Driving Distances from Shell Valley, North Dakota to Nearby Cities

CityStateDistance (mi)Approx. Drive Time
RugbyNorth Dakota2025 min
RollaNorth Dakota3540 min
Devils LakeNorth Dakota701 hr 15 min
MinotNorth Dakota951 hr 40 min
Grand ForksNorth Dakota1502 hr 30 min
BismarckNorth Dakota1502 hr 30 min
FargoNorth Dakota2203 hr 30 min
WillistonNorth Dakota2504 hr
JamestownNorth Dakota1302 hr
AberdeenSouth Dakota2604 hr

Colleges and Universities near Shell Valley, North Dakota

Institution NameTypeLevelNotable For
Lake Region State CollegePublicCommunity CollegeCareer training, technical programs, and transfer education
Minot State UniversityPublicUniversityEducation, business, and liberal arts programs
University of North DakotaPublicUniversityResearch, aviation, and professional programs
Bismarck State CollegePublicCommunity CollegeEnergy, technology, and workforce education

Waterbodies near Shell Valley, North Dakota

Sheyenne River, Devils Lake, Wolf Creek, Mouse River, Lake Alice

Golf Courses near Shell Valley, North Dakota

Rugby Golf Club, Rock Creek Golf Course, Devils Lake Golf Course, Minot Country Club

Key Landmarks and Places to Visit near Shell Valley, North Dakota

Landmark NameType
Pierce County Historical MuseumMuseum
Geographical Center of North America MonumentHistoric Landmark
Devils LakeNatural Attraction
J. Clark Salyer National Wildlife RefugeWildlife Refuge
Lake Alice National Wildlife RefugeWildlife Refuge
International Peace GardenGarden Attraction
Prairie Village MuseumMuseum
Upper Souris National Wildlife RefugeWildlife Refuge
Black Tiger Bay State Recreation AreaRecreation Area
Sheyenne RiverNatural Attraction

Waterbodies near Shell Valley, North Dakota

Sheyenne River, Devils Lake, Wolf Creek, Mouse River, Lake Alice

Golf Courses near Shell Valley, North Dakota

Rugby Golf Club, Rock Creek Golf Course, Devils Lake Golf Course, Minot Country Club

Shell Valley, North Dakota — Key Historical Facts

  • Shell Valley is a rural community area in Pierce County, North Dakota, located in the northern Great Plains region.
  • The area developed through agriculture, with farming and livestock production forming the foundation of the local economy.
  • Early settlers established farms and communities across the Shell Valley region during North Dakota's settlement period.
  • The nearby city of Rugby became an important regional center for transportation, trade, and services.
  • The region is known for prairie landscapes, wildlife areas, and outdoor recreation opportunities.

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