Kindred is located in southeastern North Dakota in Cass County about 20 miles southwest of Fargo and 10 miles west of the Red River of the North.
Maple Creek Crossing State Historic Site marks vital crossing area on the Pembina Trail, a major transpotation route for settlers and freight. It is located 10 miles west of town.
Outdoor lovers are within easy driving distance Fort Ransom State Park, about 40 miles to the west-southwest.