Hidden Treasure in North Dakota – Seven Places to Search
North Dakota has hidden treasure. Old Army forts, outlaw treasure, and ghost towns are known to be hiding places for large and small caches. I’ve known others who have located similar treasures in other States, and with the right knowledge and equipment, you can locate a lost treasure also. However, before you go searching, there are a few things you need. You should do more research, and you should have a metal detector.
The Internet has opened a whole new world of research. You can visit archives, museums, and historical societies regarding any subject. If you cannot get the information you are looking for through the Internet, then visit the historical societies of the area you are searching in. Ask questions, and follow up on any lead pertaining to your treasure search. You will be surprised at how much information you can gather.
If you do not own a detector, it’s a good idea to purchase one. Do not spend more than $450 for a metal detector. The more expensive models with all of the bells and whistles are most often very complicated for the new user. They may actually slow down your search results until you learn how to use it properly.
Just purchase a less expensive model, and study the owners manual. Learn how to use it properly, and you will be able to find as many items as the person using a more expensive model. Hidden treasures are out there, and there is no reason why you cannot locate one also. Here are seven areas to begin your search for lost treasures in North Dakota. Fort Abercrombie Ruins is located off route 81, just east of Abercrombie.
+ In 1858 the fort was constructed as the first Federal fort in North Dakota. Twice, the Sioux Indians attacked the fort and killed many of the troops. Knowing of an impending attack, the troops may have buried their belongings. If they were killed, the caches may still be there.
+ Fort Dilts is located on route 12, between Rhame and Marmarth. This fort was built in 1864. In that year Indians massacred everyone, and then burned down the fort. Like Fort Abercrombie above, the caches may still be there.
+ Bartlett is a ghost town located a mile north of State route 2, approximately four miles west of Lakota. This town was once a popular railroad town. It was known for it’s many saloons. Treasures large and small have been located in and around ghost towns.
+ Belmont was a river port, located approximately fourteen miles south of Grand Forks, on the west bank of the Red River. In 1897 it was destroyed by a flood.
+ Old Bottineau is another ghost town that is located on Oak Creek, near the Canadian Border, approximately one mile north of Bottineau, on State route 218. Treasure hunters have located buried treasures here.
+ Pleasant Lake Ghost Town is located forty-five miles northwest of Devil’s Lake, on route 2. In the 1880′s, bank robbers buried several chests of gold bullion in the town.
+ The Big Butte Treasure – Located near the town of Lignite on State route 52, it is a treasure worth approximately $40,000 in gold and silver coins. The treasure was buried during an Indian attack, by a paymaster who worked for the Hudson Bay Company, the paymaster was killed.
It is important that you always ask for permission when entering private property. If you are going on to State or Federal Land, in search for lost treasure, be sure to check with your State laws about any digging. Good luck in your search for hidden treasure.
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