Campgrounds Available This Weekend Near Bismarck, ND
Bismarck, ND, situated along the Missouri River, offers campers a range of scenic and peaceful camping experiences. Just to the south, the Fort Abraham Lincoln State Park provides both historical and natural beauty, with campsites offering views of the river and access to hiking, wildlife watching, and exploring historical sites. For a more remote experience, the Theodore Roosevelt National Park, located to the west, offers backcountry camping amidst the rugged Badlands, perfect for hiking and stargazing. Nearby Lake Sakakawea offers several lakeside campgrounds with opportunities for fishing and boating. Bismarck’s location provides a perfect starting point to explore North Dakota’s diverse outdoor experiences.
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.
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.
Oahe Modern Cabins is part of Oahe Downstream Recreation Area in South Dakota (2 hrs 47 min east of Rapid City, SD) with an elevation of 1,433 feet. There are a total of 4 campsites including 4 cabins. The campground is open all year. All sites are currently reservable. Reservations can be booked up to 3 months in advance. All sites have electric hookups. Fees range from $120.00 to $150.00. Some amenities include playground, boat ramp, swimming, fish cleaning station, restroom, amphitheater. Activities include fishing, floating sports.
Okobojo Point Campground is part of Okobojo Point Recreation Area in South Dakota (3 hrs 4 min east of Rapid City, SD) with an elevation of 1,641 feet. There are a total of 18 campsites. The campground is open all year. Sites can accommodate RVs and trailers up to 40 feet. Each site includes a picnic table and fire ring with grill. Prices start at $16.00 per night. Some amenities include shower, boat ramp, restroom, flush toilets. Activities include boating, fishing, water skiing, floating sports.
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