Epping, ND

Just twenty miles northeast of Williston, Epping gives residents a quiet, rural lifestyle within an easy drive of the region's main job hub and city conveniences. The town started as a railroad stop in the early 1900s, quickly growing into a practical center where area homesteaders could run errands, grab supplies, and catch up with neighbors. Today, it remains a calm, friendly prairie community surrounded by wide-open North Dakota farmland.

For a small town, Epping has a surprising amount of personality and local pride. History buffs know it for the Buffalo Trails Museum, a popular regional stop that spans several historic buildings filled with pioneer artifacts, antique machinery, and Native American exhibits. Outdoor recreation is right down the road at Epping-Springbrook Dam, where locals go to fish, boat, and camp during the warmer months. It is an appealing landing spot for anyone who wants room to breathe while staying connected to the larger Williston area.