$17 - $25 / night

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Icelandic State Park Campground

11 Reviews

About

State Park

Welcome to Icelandic State Park Campground, nestled near Cavalier, ND. This place is a gem for anyone looking to unwind and enjoy the great outdoors. The campground is open year-round and offers a mix of tent, RV, cabin, and even glamping accommodations.

One of the standout features here is the cleanliness. Visitors rave about the spotless bathrooms, which are cleaned multiple times a day. The facilities are top-notch, with ADA accessible showers and family restrooms that make it easy for everyone to stay comfortable.

If you're into hiking, you're in luck. The park has some fantastic trails that wind through beautiful landscapes. There's also a beach area with soft sand and shady picnic spots, perfect for a relaxing day by the water. Kayaks and paddleboards are available for rent, so you can easily spend a day out on the lake.

For those traveling with pets, there's a dog park on-site, which is a rare find in state parks. The campground itself is quite spacious, with large, mostly shady sites that offer a good mix of privacy and community. Some sites even come with their own water pumps and electrical hookups, adding a touch of luxury to your camping experience.

Nearby, you'll find a museum worth visiting, and if you're up for a short drive, the Pembina River Gorge and state forest offer even more hiking and scenic views. Golfers will appreciate the nearby course, accessible via a paved trail.

In short, Icelandic State Park Campground has something for everyone, whether you're here for a night or planning a longer stay. Enjoy your time in this beautiful corner of North Dakota!

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Location

Icelandic State Park Campground is located in North Dakota

Directions

Icelandic State Park is located 5 miles west of Cavalier, ND, on Highway 5, near the U.S./Canadian border.

Address

13571 Highway 5
Cavalier, ND 58220

Coordinates

48.77282847 N
97.73959267 W

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Access

Drive-In
Park next to your site
Walk-In
Park in a lot, walk to your site.
Boat-In
Sites accessible by watercraft.

Stay Connected

WiFi
Unknown
Verizon
Fair
AT&T
Unknown
T-Mobile
Unknown

Site Types

Tent Sites
RV Sites
Standard (Tent/RV)
Group
Cabins
Tent Cabin

Features

For Campers

Market
ADA Access
Trash
Picnic Table
Firewood Available
Phone Service
Reservable
WiFi
Showers
Drinking Water
Electric Hookups
Toilets
Alcohol
Pets
Fires

For Vehicles

Sanitary Dump
Water Hookups
Pull-Through Sites
Big Rig Friendly

$17 - $25

/ night

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General Info

Teresa T.

Ranger

Reviewed May. 17, 2024

Very likely the premier State Park for North Dakota

I spent a week here working and exploring the area. There's just so much to see and do both within the park and in the surrounding area. There's the museum across the street The hikes in the park the beach the boating the lake. If you play golf that's right around the corner and has a paved trail that takes you there and down into cavalier. And if you can drive a little bit there's the Pembina River gorge, the state forest and those hikes and those lookouts, Walhalla with its historical sites. There really is a little bit for anyone who might be interested and close to the area. By the way I was here the week before Memorial Day week and for most nights I was the only person in the park it was quite nice.

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Month of VisitJune

Whistle P.

Guide

Reviewed Aug. 29, 2022

This place has really clean bathrooms.

This campground has a lot of shady spots, a nice dog park and access to great hiking trails. The museum across the highway is also worth a visit. During the week everything was pretty quiet. They clean the bathrooms like three times a day.

I did not see a dog off leash unless at the dog park.

They don’t seem to have enough staff though. If you want to rent a kayak or if the rental bikes aren’t working, there isn’t anyone to help. The kayaks were all just sitting on the beach however, so you could help yourself.

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Month of VisitSeptember

Jennifer B.

Guide

Reviewed Aug. 11, 2022

Clean older campground

Very quaint old campground with clean facilities. Boating and hiking facilities, with a small snack bar/concession stand at the boat launch area. Lots and lots of groups of campers family camping with their travel trailers and large dogs. This is a hunting area with a labrador retriever breeding farm next door, so many labs off leash kept us on guard of our 2 small dogs on leash. We had a level pull thru half circle site, just stayed overnight on the way to cross into Canada. Would stay 1 night again. Paid 25.00 plus 5.80 online booking fee.

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Month of VisitAugust

Daphne D.

Guide

Reviewed Jun. 16, 2022

Beautiful shady campground

We originally planned this as a stopover for one night and ended up liking it so much that we stayed a second night and considered a third! We were in the west loop campground. The sites were shady and mostly level. Each site had electrical as well as its own water pump, which was luxurious! Lots of trees for shade and hammocks, and hands down the nicest bathrooms I've seen in a campground. (I know I said that about a different park recently, but this was even better!) There were even family restrooms with ADA accessible showers that were separate from the smaller ones in the men's and women's rooms.

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Month of VisitJuly

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carrie H.

Guide

Reviewed Jul. 8, 2021

Beautiful!

Great campground with large, mostly shady sites. Very large (150+ sites) but doesn’t feel that big. Some sites are quite uneven so be sure to have lots leveling equipment if you aren’t familiar with your site. I did notice poison ivy in the wooded area surrounding our spot, so be aware for yourselves and any children. Bathrooms were recently remodeled and are super nice! The beach is large and very nice with soft sand and shady picnic areas. Rental kayaks and paddle boards for great prices and a concession stand as well. Lots of trees perfectly spaced for hammocks and to hang clotheslines!

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Month of VisitAugust

Rob P.

Traveler

Reviewed Jul. 8, 2021

Quiet, clean

Clean and quiet some sites are very uneven so check closely before reserving all in all nice.

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Month of VisitAugust

Shannon

Scout

Reviewed Jun. 29, 2021

Our favorite ND state park

We always enjoy our trips to Icelandic, even though we tend to attract thunderstorms. Nice hiking trails at the park and nearby at the Pembina Gorge. The bike trail into Cavalier has been repaved as well as over to the golf course. You can get a beverage at the clubhouse overlooking the lake if you need a break from sitting around the campfire.

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Month of VisitJuly

Ason S.

Ranger

Reviewed Aug. 26, 2020

Awesome camping & beach!

Had a great time here!! Had two pull in spots next to each other (met Gma & Gpa there) &, therefore, had a huge yard for the kids to play in!! Lots of spots - some more in the open & others more secluded. A bit of a walk to the beach from the west loop, but not bad. Beach was nice - sand, sectioned off swim area, & concessions were open.

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Janet R.

Legend

Reviewed Jul. 3, 2020

Quiet nature and hisotry on the prairie

This is a small quiet state park in northeast North Dakota that offers a nature preserve with rare plants and birds in a cool bur oak-basswood stand with spring fed fens around it. A nature trail with little footbridges carries you through. There is also a native prairie restoration, and historic exhibits about the different cultural groups who made their homes here from prehistoric times to today. A nice little oasis! The campground is set on a pleasant little reservoir, as we are tent campers we loved that the tent area was in the so called "primitive" area with only tents, with sites all along the shore and close to the nature preserve. It was a weeknight, and no one else was there so it was very peaceful! Fo folks who have campers or rvs, there are three well set up loops with hookups and all the amenities. We also appreciated that they have a dog park on site! I havent seen that in a state park before. The staff was really friendly and helpful. Due to covid restrictions there are more rules to follow and limited programming etc, but you can still swimm and fish and boat on your own. The only drawback is that you can hear road noise from trucks on the highway nearby which is noticeable at night.

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Month of VisitJuly

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Jeff L.

Scout

Reviewed Jul. 10, 2019

Nice park

This is a little hidden gem. Beautiful park with nice well kept bath houses with showers. Nice parks for the kids and ranger activities at night on the weekends. Fun little hikes and a nice beach area. Large campsites with power and water hookups. We stayed in the North campground but will try to get into the West one next time for more shade and privacy.

Rudy W.

Guide

Reviewed Jul. 19, 2018

There something for everyone, whether it’s fishing, educational, or camping

Came here during the week and it was very nice. There is several things available from kayak rental to paddle boarding, there’s a nice area for families to swim at and also an area for those who want to fish. Many historical sites can be found on the area including the museum in the visitors center.

Month of VisitJuly

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does it cost to camp at Icelandic State Park Campground?

Camping at Icelandic State Park Campground can cost between $17.00 and $25.00 depending on the site.

Does Icelandic State Park Campground have RV hookups?

According to TheDyrt.com, Icelandic State Park Campground has water hookups.

What is the max vehicle length at Icelandic State Park Campground?

Icelandic State Park Campground allows vehicles up to 45 feet.

Are fires allowed at Icelandic State Park Campground?

Yes, according to campers on TheDyrt.com, fires are allowed at Icelandic State Park Campground, although make sure to check current fire restrictions in the area.

Does Icelandic State Park Campground have wifi?

Yes, according to campers on TheDyrt.com, Icelandic State Park Campground does have wifi.

Is there cell phone reception at Icelandic State Park Campground?

According to campers on TheDyrt.com, Verizon signal is fair, AT&T is unknown, and T-Mobile is unknown.