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title: "List of North Dakota – South Dakota Bordering Towns"
url: https://33travels.com/north-dakota-south-dakota-bordering-towns/
author: "Tomas Herrera"
published: 2025-11-09
updated: 2026-04-06
place: "North Dakota"
---

# List of North Dakota – South Dakota Bordering Towns

The stretch where North Dakota meets South Dakota is home to a string of small towns that speak to the region’s agricultural roots, local history, and quiet main streets. Driving or mapping this line gives a sense of how communities cluster right along state lines and how geography shapes local life.

There are **14 North Dakota – South Dakota Bordering Towns**, ranging from Blackmer to Zeeland. For each entry, data is organized with State,Country,Coordinates (lat, lon) so you can quickly see jurisdiction and map locations, and you’ll find below.

## How accurate are the coordinates listed?

The coordinates are intended as general town-center locations in decimal degrees; they’re good for mapping and planning but may not pinpoint a specific address. For navigation or property details, paste the coordinates into your preferred map app or cross-check with local GIS data.

## Can I use this list to plan a road trip along the border?

Yes — the list is a practical starting point for route planning, but expect long stretches between services in some areas. Check driving distances, road conditions, seasonal weather, and local business hours before setting out.

## North Dakota – South Dakota Bordering Towns

| Town | State | Country | Coordinates (lat, lon) |
| --- | --- | --- | --- |
| Lemmon | South Dakota | USA | 45.9328, -102.1593 |
| North Lemmon | North Dakota | USA | 45.9472, -102.1610 |
| Haynes | North Dakota | USA | 45.9525, -102.5446 |
| Petrel | North Dakota | USA | 45.9372, -102.8229 |
| Wakpala | South Dakota | USA | 45.9189, -100.3240 |
| Pollock | South Dakota | USA | 45.9036, -100.2907 |
| Westfield | North Dakota | USA | 45.9550, -100.0829 |
| Zeeland | North Dakota | USA | 45.9536, -99.7823 |
| Forbes | North Dakota | USA | 45.9542, -98.8168 |
| Frederick | South Dakota | USA | 45.9250, -98.5084 |
| Brampton | North Dakota | USA | 45.9369, -97.8423 |
| Blackmer | North Dakota | USA | 45.9567, -97.0865 |
| Victor | South Dakota | USA | 45.9178, -96.8837 |
| White Rock | South Dakota | USA | 45.9370, -96.5701 |

## Images and Descriptions

![Lemmon](https://33travels.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/lemmon.jpg)

### Lemmon

Perkins County town with a population of 1,211. Its northern city limit is the state line. Lemmon is a regional hub known for its unique Petrified Wood Park and a giant sculpture of “Kokomo” the dinosaur.

![North Lemmon](https://33travels.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/north_lemmon.jpg)

### North Lemmon

Adams County unincorporated community situated directly across the state line from Lemmon, SD. It functions as a single cross-border community, with many residents working and shopping in Lemmon.

![Haynes](https://33travels.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/haynes.jpg)

### Haynes

Adams County city with a population of 12. This tiny plains town is located less than 1 mile north of the state line, representing the small agricultural settlements that are common in the region’s history.

![Petrel](https://33travels.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/petrel.jpg)

### Petrel

Adams County ghost town located on the state line. Now uninhabited, it was once a stop on the Chicago, Milwaukee, St. Paul and Pacific Railroad, showing the vital role railways played in settling the Dakotas.

![Wakpala](https://33travels.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/wakpala.jpg)

### Wakpala

Corson County census-designated place with a population of 177. Located within the Standing Rock Indian Reservation, this community sits approximately 1 mile south of the North Dakota border near the Missouri River.

![Pollock](https://33travels.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/pollock.jpg)

### Pollock

Campbell County town with a population of 220. Located about 1 mile south of the state line on the shores of Lake Oahe. The original town was moved in 1958 to escape the rising waters from the Oahe Dam.

![Westfield](https://33travels.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/westfield.jpg)

### Westfield

Emmons County unincorporated community located less than 1 mile north of the border. It is a very small agricultural hamlet, distinguished by its historic St. Andrew’s Catholic Church, serving the surrounding farms.

![Zeeland](https://florafaunafun.com/wp-content/uploads/lists/placeholder.jpg)

### Zeeland

McIntosh County city with a population of 81. Situated less than 1 mile north of the state line, Zeeland was founded by German immigrants from Russia, and that heritage remains a core part of its local culture.

![Forbes](https://33travels.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/forbes.jpg)

### Forbes

Dickey County city with a population of 35. Located just under 1 mile north of the state line, this small community was named for a railroad official and remains a quiet agricultural town.

![Frederick](https://33travels.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/frederick.jpg)

### Frederick

Brown County town with a population of 215. Located less than 1 mile south of the state line, Frederick is a farming community known for its annual “Crazy Days” celebration and strong local school spirit.

![Brampton](https://33travels.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/brampton.jpg)

### Brampton

Sargent County unincorporated community located directly on the state line. It is a very small railroad siding community, serving as a historical marker of the importance of railways to agriculture in the region.

![Blackmer](https://33travels.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/blackmer.jpg)

### Blackmer

Richland County unincorporated community located approximately 1 mile north of the state line. Once a railroad stop, it is now a quiet agricultural hamlet near the Wild Rice River.

![Victor](https://33travels.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/victor.jpg)

### Victor

Roberts County census-designated place with a population of 12. Located within the Lake Traverse Indian Reservation, this small rural community sits about 1 mile south of the North Dakota border.

![White Rock](https://florafaunafun.com/wp-content/uploads/lists/placeholder.jpg)

### White Rock

Roberts County town with a population of 5. It is located directly on the state line at the southeasternmost point of North Dakota, where North Dakota, South Dakota, and Minnesota nearly meet.
