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New Salem, North Dakota: Salem Sue, World's Largest Holstein Cow

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Address:
N. 8th St., New Salem, ND
Directions:
I-94, 34 miles west of Bismarck, south side. New Salem exit 127, then south a half-mile on N. 8th St. Turn right at the Salem Sue sign, then follow the dirt road. You'll see her in the distance, atop a hill.
Hours:
Not visible at night. (Call to verify) Local health policies may affect hours and access.
Phone:
701-843-7828
Admission:
Donations for maintenance appreciated.
RA Rates:
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Cow statue.

Salem Sue, World's Largest Holstein Cow

Salem Sue, who's already big, towers above New Salem on a rare North Dakota hill.

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Salem Sue, World's Largest Holstein Cow.

Salem Sue, World's Largest Holstein Cow

You can see this big gal from I-94, she is that big! Fun attraction, great views, small parking lot if you are mobility-impaired you may have a hard time getting up close and personal, but you can see her from the parking lot.

[stpaulirishgal, 08/03/2023]

Salem Sue, World's Largest Holstein Cow.

Salem Sue, World's Largest Holstein Cow

As advertised! She's amazing, the views from the top are stupendous and 100% worth the stopover. We went around 7:45 AM and it was a beautiful morning over the plains.

[Jennifer Coyne, 07/27/2021]

Salem Sue.

Salem Sue, World's Largest Holstein Cow

This is the second time we've seen her, but this time we got closer.

[steven strick, 07/12/2020]

Salem Sue is only a mile off an interstate exit, perched atop a rare North Dakota hill. RVers: A sign at the road entrance up to the statue advises "Max. Vehicle Length: 40 ft."

Salem Sue the Cow.

World's Largest Cow

Sue is looking better than ever! She's a fun stop for kids, but not very accessible for people with mobility issues. It is a steep walk up to her.

[Olivia L., 08/29/2019]

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