Campgrounds Available This Weekend Near Bowbells, ND
Nestled amidst the scenic landscapes of northwestern North Dakota, Bowbells offers a variety of camping options for outdoor enthusiasts, making it an ideal base for exploring the area's natural beauty. For RV travelers, Lake Metigoshe State Park is a popular spot, providing spacious campsites with electrical hookups, picturesque views of the lake, and access to hiking trails and watersports. If you prefer tent camping, the Bottineau Winter Park boasts a serene atmosphere surrounded by rolling hills and dense forests, perfect for a peaceful getaway and family-friendly recreational activities throughout the summer. For those seeking solitude, dispersed camping opportunities can be found in the nearby Des Lacs National Wildlife Refuge, where nature enthusiasts can enjoy the tranquility of open spaces and wildlife watching under the expansive North Dakota sky. With its flat plains and gently rolling hills, Bowbells offers diverse landscapes that cater to every camper's preferences, whether you're seeking adventure or relaxation. Embrace the great outdoors and discover the charm of camping in and around Bowbells, ND—a hidden gem in the heart of the Northern Plains.
Cottonwood Campground is part of Theodore Roosevelt National Park in North Dakota (2 hrs 10 min west of Bismarck, ND) with an elevation of 2,256 feet. There are a total of 36 campsites including 6 tent-only sites. The campground is open all year. 30 sites can accommodate RVs and trailers between 20 and 255 feet. All sites are currently reservable. Reservations can be booked up to 6 months in advance. Prices start at $14.00 per night. Some amenities include dump station, amphitheater, flush toilets. Activities include biking, hiking trails.
Diamond Butte Lookout is located in the Ashland Ranger District, Custer Gallatin National Forest (3 hrs 14 min east of Billings, MT) with an elevation of 4,256 feet. The site is open all year. Prices start at $45.00 per night. Activities include biking, horseback riding, hiking trails.
Mina Lake Campground is part of Mina Lake Recreation Area in South Dakota (3 hrs 4 min southwest of Fargo, ND) with an elevation of 1,432 feet. There are a total of 38 campsites including 2 cabins. The campground is open all year. 36 sites can accommodate RVs and trailers between 45 and 75 feet. All sites are currently reservable. Reservations can be booked up to 3 months in advance. 36 sites have electric hookups. Fees range from $26.00 to $150.00. Some amenities include shower, drinking water, dump station, playground, boat ramp, restroom, flush toilets. Activities include boating, fishing, floating sports.
Cains Campground is part of Makoshika State Park in Montana (3 hrs 57 min west of Minot, ND) with an elevation of 2,247 feet. There are a total of 15 campsites including 1 tent-only site. The campground is open all year. 14 sites can accommodate RVs and trailers between 40 and 75 feet. All sites are currently reservable. Reservations can be booked up to 6 months in advance. Prices start at $14.00 per night. Some amenities include restroom. Activities include hiking trails.
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