Fort Yates North Dakota Map

About Fort Yates, North Dakota

Fort Yates is a locality in Sioux County, North Dakota, United States. It is a small community with a population of 107. The population density is 571.8 people per km². Fort Yates is located at 46.0869°N, 100.6301°W. It observes the Central Time (America/Chicago) timezone. ZIP code: 58538.

Fort Yates lies at the western edge of North Dakota's expansive prairie, a place where the sky feels impossibly vast and the land stretches towards a distant, hazy horizon. It lies 50.4 miles south of Bismarck, ND (from Bismarck, ND: bearing 172°T), and is situated 52.6 miles south-southeast of Mandan. The dominant presence here is the immense expanse of Lake Oahe, its waters a deep, shimmering blue that reflects the ever-changing moods of the heavens. The terrain around Fort Yates is a subtle undulation of prairie grasses, giving way in places to the more dramatic, sculpted forms of the badlands that begin to assert themselves further west. Onemile Creek, a modest ribbon of water, traces its path nearby, a vital artery in this otherwise arid landscape. The air, especially in the quiet hours of dawn and dusk, carries a crispness, a clean scent of earth and distant sagebrush, hinting at the wildness that still holds sway. The Porcupine Hills, a low, protective barrier, stand sentinel to the southwest, their rounded forms softened by distance. The history of Fort Yates is deeply entwined with the land and its original stewards, the Standing Rock Sioux Tribe. Established originally as an army post, its purpose evolved, and today Fort Yates serves as a cultural and administrative center for the Standing Rock Reservation. The local economy, while touched by the broader economic currents of the region, remains rooted in the traditions and resources of the land. Agriculture, particularly ranching, continues to be a significant aspect, alongside the opportunities that arise from its location within the Oaha Recreation Area. This designation underscores the natural beauty and recreational potential of the area, drawing visitors to the shores of Lake Oahe and the surrounding landscapes. The rhythm of life in Fort Yates is measured and deliberate, a pace that allows for reflection and a deep connection to the enduring spirit of this northern plains locality.

About This Fort Yates Map Page

This page provides an embedded street and satellite map of Fort Yates, North Dakota — switch between views using the small square in the bottom left-hand corner of the map. Coordinates: 46.086941, -100.630127. Live weather conditions are sourced directly from the National Weather Service, with current observations and a 7-day forecast also powered by Open-Meteo. Real-time local news and world news feeds keep the page current, while a Wikipedia summary or an editorially written description provides background on Fort Yates and Sioux County.

Detailed location data for Fort Yates includes the ZIP code (58538), telephone area code (701), county seat of Sioux County (Fort Yates), and school district assignment (Fort Yates Public School District 4). These are among the most commonly searched location details for any US city or town.

Location data is drawn from the USGS Geographic Names Information System (GNIS) and cross-verified against 2020 US Census records by coordinate proximity — ensuring the correct Fort Yates is identified even where the name is shared across multiple counties or states. Population figures are sourced from the 2020 US Census.