Forbes offers wide-open horizons and an easygoing pace in the southeast corner of Dickey County. Life here is shaped by agriculture and the rhythms of the prairie, with residents enjoying big skies, friendly neighbors, and quick trips for essentials and services in nearby Ellendale and Oakes. Outdoor enthusiasts appreciate Forbes’ access to exceptional birding and hunting; a short drive south leads to the waterfowl-rich wetlands of the Sand Lake National Wildlife Refuge, while to the northwest the Whitestone Hill State Historic Site offers sweeping views and powerful interpretive exhibits.
Families are served by Ellendale for K–12 education, with students typically attending the well-regarded Ellendale Public School, known for personal attention, strong academics, and active arts and athletics. Higher learning, community lectures, and collegiate sports are within reach in Ellendale as well, and medical care options are close by in Oakes and Ellendale.
Housing in Forbes ranges from tidy in-town homes to acreage and farmsteads, often with room for workshops, gardens, and gear. With Highway 11 nearby and quiet local roads, getting around is straightforward, whether you’re commuting, hauling, or heading out for a sunrise pheasant hunt. For those seeking the feel of a close-knit prairie town with easy access to regional amenities, Forbes makes a compelling case.
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