Campgrounds Available Tonight Near Ray, ND
Nestled in the heart of North Dakota, Ray offers an appealing array of camping options that cater to nature enthusiasts seeking an escape into the great outdoors. For RV travelers, the nearby Lake Sakakawea State Park features spacious campsites complete with modern amenities, allowing visitors to enjoy breathtaking views of the lake while having access to fishing, hiking, and birdwatching opportunities. Tent campers can explore the peaceful settings of the Williston Basin, where sites like the magnificent Fort Union Trading Post National Historic Site offer primitive camping amidst rich historical landscapes and the confluence of the Missouri and Yellowstone Rivers. For those seeking solitude, dispersed camping in the vast Badlands of Theodore Roosevelt National Park allows adventurous souls to immerse themselves in rugged terrain and diverse wildlife, making it an unforgettable experience. The local geography, characterized by rolling hills, elegant prairie lands, and striking river valleys, provides a stunning backdrop for outdoor activities. Whether you're pitching a tent or parking your RV, Ray, ND, is your gateway to unforgettable camping experiences in the serene North Dakota wilderness.
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.
Bear Butte Campground is part of Bear Butte State Park in South Dakota (40 min northwest of Rapid City, SD) with an elevation of 4,203 feet. There are a total of 23 campsites including 4 tent-only sites. The campground is open all year. 19 sites can accommodate RVs and trailers between 40 and 84 feet. Each site includes a picnic table and fire ring with grill. 1 site has electric hookups. Fees range from $11.00 to $18.00. Some amenities include drinking water, restroom, ramada. Activities include boating, fishing, horseback riding, hiking trails, 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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