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North Dakota is a state in the Great Plains area of the US, bordered by Montana, Minnesota, South Dakota, and Canada. North Dakota is a large, sparsely populated state, with destinations spread apart and limited public transportation. A North Dakota rent a car is a great way to get around and explore the Lewis and Clark Trail through the state. Look for great deals on North Dakota car rentals and save time and money to enjoy popular year-round outdoor activities like hiking, biking, camping, boating, fishing, sailing, tubing, birding, photography, cross country skiing, snowmobiling, hunting, archery, and more. Or you can simply take a scenic drive through hills and lakes, badlands, or plains, visit old frontier forts and see hundreds of species of birds, animals, fish, and wild flowers. North Dakota car rentals are available at downtown areas throughout (usually for better rates than those at the airport) from most national chains. The state is primarily served by four major airports: Minot International Airport (MOT), Grand Forks International Airport (GFK), Hector Airport (FAR), and Bismarck Municipal Airport (BIS). If you fly into MOT, car rentals are provided in terminal by Enterprise, Hertz, National, Alamo, and Avis. Try Enterprise for the best rates. If you fly into GFK, car rentals are provided in terminal by Enterprise, Hertz, Alamo, Avis, and National. Try Enterprise for the lowest prices, followed by Hertz. Visitors arriving at FAR will find car rentals provided in terminal by Enterprise, Alamo, Budget, Hertz, Avis, and National. Try Enterprise for the best deals, followed by Alamo and Budget. Those arriving at BIS will find car rentals provided in terminal by Enterprise, Avis, and Hertz. Try Enterprise for the lowest rates. You must present a valid driver's license and credit card issued in your name at most North Dakota rental car agencies (although some will take a cash deposit depending on a credit check), along with proof of insurance if you decline the vendor's coverage options. Usually age requirements for a rent a car are 21 for compact and economy cars, 25 for all others, and an additional young driver charge may apply for anyone under 25 (select agencies will rent to qualifying individuals over 18 for an additional fee). Check with your rental car agency before driving across the border to Canada, as rules vary and many companies use GPS to track their cars. If you cross the border without prior authorization your insurance can be voided and border patrol may consider this theft.