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Bennet Campground

132mi from Dakota Prairie Grasslands · 13 sites · Tents, RVs · in Dakota Prairie Grasslands

Hankinson Hills Campground

203mi from Dakota Prairie Grasslands · 15 sites · Tents, RVs · in Dakota Prairie Grasslands

View of the sunset from the Overlook hill near the entrance of the campground.

Buffalo Gap Campground

127mi from Dakota Prairie Grasslands · 37 sites · Tents, RVs · in Dakota Prairie Grasslands

CCC Campground

134mi from Dakota Prairie Grasslands · 38 sites · Tents, RVs · in Dakota Prairie Grasslands

Elkhorn Campground

135mi from Dakota Prairie Grasslands · 9 sites · Tents, RVs · in Dakota Prairie Grasslands

Magpie Campground

130mi from Dakota Prairie Grasslands · 11 sites · Tents, RVs · in Dakota Prairie Grasslands

Wannagan Campground

126mi from Dakota Prairie Grasslands · 10 sites · Tents, RVs · in Dakota Prairie Grasslands

Sather Lake Campground

157mi from Dakota Prairie Grasslands · 14 sites · Tents, RVs · in Dakota Prairie Grasslands

Summit Campground

131mi from Dakota Prairie Grasslands · 4 sites · Tents, RVs · in Dakota Prairie Grasslands

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Prairie Knights Casino

30mi from Dakota Prairie Grasslands · 1 site · Fort Yates, ND

Experience a one-of-a-kind RV getaway at Prairie Knights, where comfort meets convenience in a stunning natural setting. Our campground features 16 well-appointed RV sites, each equipped with electricity, making it the perfect base for your adventures. As a valued RV guest, you’ll enjoy a variety of amenities designed to enhance your stay. Take a refreshing dip in the lodge swimming pool, unwind in our fitness room, or freshen up with our clean shower facilities. For your convenience, we also offer ice vending machines and coin-operated laundry services. Seasonal water and sewer hookups are available, ensuring a hassle-free experience. Located near the casino, Prairie Knights provides easy access to entertainment and dining options. Explore the surrounding area, where you can discover beautiful natural features, outdoor activities, and local shops. Your ultimate RV adventure awaits at Prairie Knights, where every moment is designed for your enjoyment.

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Heart Butte Res - Rimrock - BOR

32mi from Dakota Prairie Grasslands · 1 site · Elgin, ND

Heart Butte Dam, a remarkable earth fill structure completed in 1949, stands out as a vital resource in south central North Dakota. Nestled along the Heart River, the dam creates the Heart Butte Reservoir, also known as Lake Tschida, which primarily serves irrigation and flood control needs. This unique reservoir not only supports agricultural activities but also enhances recreational opportunities and provides essential habitats for fish and wildlife. The Heart Butte Unit irrigation system spans approximately 13,100 acres of irrigable land, extending from the Heart Butte River to the Missouri River. This extensive irrigation network plays a crucial role in sustaining local agriculture and ensuring the region's economic vitality. Lake Tschida is named in honor of Michael Tschida Sr., an influential figure in the area. Born in Vienna, Austria, in 1866, he immigrated to the United States in 1890 and settled in Mandan, North Dakota. Tschida later moved to Glen Ullin in 1900, where he became the town's first mayor in 1906. A passionate advocate for the Heart Butte Dam's construction, he witnessed its completion in 1949 before passing away in 1956. His legacy continues to impact the community, making the Heart Butte Dam

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General Sibley Park & Campground

40mi from Dakota Prairie Grasslands · 47 sites · Bismark, ND

General Sibley Park stands out as a premier destination for outdoor enthusiasts, offering a blend of recreational activities and natural beauty just four miles south of the Bismarck Expressway on South Washington Street. This park is open year-round from sunrise to sunset, making it an ideal spot for day trips, with parking available just outside the park gates. The park features well-equipped RV campsites complete with electrical hook-ups, as well as a designated tent camping area. Visitors can enjoy full-service restrooms, showers, and convenient water and dump stations. Families will appreciate the picnic shelters and playgrounds, while those seeking adventure can take advantage of the 18-hole disc golf course and a boat ramp for water activities. In addition to its recreational offerings, General Sibley Park boasts scenic walking paths and an amphitheater for community events. Historical and interpretive panels throughout the park provide insight into the area's rich heritage, enhancing the visitor experience. Whether you're looking to relax in nature or engage in outdoor activities, General Sibley Park is a unique and inviting destination.

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The best camping in Dakota Prairie Grasslands, ND guide

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Unspoiled vistas, brilliant night skies, and vast wildlife are waiting to be discovered at the Dakota Prairie Grasslands. Uniquely laid out, the grasslands are actually individual areas dispersed throughout the state, so you can throw a dart at the map and choose! The antelope laden tallgrass prairie of the Sheyenne National Grassland is wildly different than the badlands of the Little Missouri Grasslands, but we guarantee the variety, scenery, and killer camping at each is reason enough to visit them all! Try the groovy Denbigh Experimental Forest, horseback riding in the Grand River National Grassland, or coyote spotting at sunset at Buffalo Gap. You seriously can’t have a bad time here, it’s impossible. The friendly rangers, down home feel, and stunning sunsets all over the Dakota Grasslands will leave you wondering what took you so long to make it out to these one of a kind adventures.

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· June 2025

Buffalo Gap Campground

Didn’t stay there

Christine K.

3 years on Hipcamp

August 2020

Bennet Campground

Of the five campgrounds we stayed at in North Dakota, we liked this one the best, as it was the most secluded. There are 13 spaces, and my brother and I were the only campers there! It was in early August, which can be extremely hot, and I understand why there may have been no other campers: no shade! Actually, two of the sites had partial shade, and my brother and I occupied them. There was a pump for water, the outhouse building looked pretty new and was clean. The whole area was just beautiful, surrounded by bluffs. Like I said, it was very private, great place to get away from civilization. About 20 minutes from the North Unit of TRNP. We had no problems with ticks or other bugs.

Leslie S.

5 years on Hipcamp

September 2015

Buffalo Gap Campground

Most sites are level, but there are a few that could be a challenge. Every site has a relatively large grassy lawn, picnic table, and fire ring. This is completely dry campground. Water was not available at the time this review was written. Internet was a bit of a challenge. We were able to get 4 bars of AT&T voice, but no data. On Verizon, our standard reception was ranging between 1 bar of 1x to 2 bars of 3G, also with no data. Once we hooked up our range extender though, we were able to get a solid 2 bars of Verizon LTE and data that was fast enough to stream movies with little to no lag.