park that straddles the North Dakota (U.S.)–Manitoba (Can.) border in the Turtle Mountain Valley. It is situated about 30 miles (50 km) north of the geographical centre of North America and 81 miles (130 km) northeast of Minot, N.D. The park has a total area of 2,220 acres (898 hectares), of which 887 acres (359 hectares) are in the United States. Established in 1932 as a symbol of lasting friendship between the United States and Canada, the park contains a formal garden, a simple cairn of stones from both sides of the border, sunken gardens, and numerous lakes. Camping and lodging facilities are available.