Bismarck, North
Dakota
This trip meets at 8:00 a.m. (Central Time) at Best
Western Doublewood Inn, 1400 East Interchange Avenue, Bismarck,
North Dakota, 701-258-7000 or 800-554-7077. We will load
the van and drive 2 1/2 hours to the trailhead. You will need
to spend the night before in Bismarck, and we recommend staying
at the Doublewood.
You may meet us in Medora, ND if this is more suitable to your travel plans. We need to arrange a special shuttle so it is critical that you let us know in advance if you plan to be in Medora. Meet at Dakota Cyclery 275 Third St. Medora 701-623-4808 at 9:00 am Mountain Time. There is a one hour time difference to Bismarck. Parking is available.
-Driving. Bismarck is located at the intersection of Route 83
and Interstate 94. There is parking available at the hotel.
-Flying into
Bismarck.
Northwest is the major airline serving Bismarck. United Express connects through Denver to Bismarck.
-TAXI SERVICE
Taxi 9000 701-223-9000
LODGING
It is a good idea to book your rooms ahead
and these are our recommendations.
Doublewood Best
Western Inn
$61 www.bestwestern.com
701-258-7000, 800-554-7077
This is where the trip meets and they've offered you a special rate.
Mention Western Spirit when you call. They also have a van service
for airport shuttles.
Radisson Inn
$89
www.radisson.com
701-255-6000, 800-333-3333
They have a van service for airport shuttles.
Super 8
$45-48 www.super8.com
701-255-1314, 800-800-8000
You will receive a tour packing list with
your tour confirmation package. Be sure to bring everything
on this list. Weather can be unpredictable
so be sure to bring all the warm clothing and rain gear listed!
When you arrive for your tour, we will give you a dry bag in
which to pack your gear. If you have any questions about anything
on the list, please call us.
SHIPPING YOUR
BIKE
To ship your bike UPS, send it to Dakota Cyclery Inc., 275 Third St. Medora, ND 58645, 701-623-4808.
It is critical that you include your name, “Western Spirit
Cycling” and tour date on the outside of the box. Check
with your local UPS people for the number of days needed for
it to arrive in time. It is imperative to have your bike finely
tuned and cleaned before your tour so you know it is in top
running condition.