Best Dog-Friendly Camping near Moorhead, MN

Buffalo River State Park Campground permits dogs across all accommodation types, including tent sites, RV spots, and glamping options. Pet owners find full hookups including electric, water, sewer connections, and a sanitary dump station for convenient stays. The campground maintains clean, well-kept facilities with showers and toilets that receive regular maintenance. Firewood is available for purchase on-site, allowing pets to enjoy evenings by the campfire with their owners. The park's season runs from April to November, with level sites that accommodate various camping setups.

Red River Valley Fairgrounds accepts pets year-round with camping options spanning tents, RVs, cabins, and glamping accommodations. The fairgrounds provide 30-amp hookups with sewer connections suitable for longer stays with pets. Highway noise from Interstate 94 can be noticeable at night, though many campers report surprisingly quiet evenings despite the fairground's proximity to West Fargo's urban amenities. Showers and toilets are available for campers, though the sites lack picnic tables. Many visitors appreciate the convenient location for accessing shopping centers in Fargo via 13th Avenue, making it easy to purchase pet supplies or access veterinary services if needed.

Best Dog-Friendly Sites Near Moorhead, Minnesota (29)

    1. Buffalo River State Park Campground

    43 Reviews
    Glyndon, MN
    12 miles
    Website
    +1 (218) 498-2124

    $24 - $34 / night

    "good trail system with a walk through the prairie and/or by the river..the weather was perfect when we came, 75 and a breeze... We had an incident with our cat."

    "Very nice walking trails all around the campground and throughout the park as a whole. Trash dumpsters here as well as an assortment of segregated recycle bins."

    2. Lindenwood Campground

    19 Reviews
    Fargo, ND
    3 miles
    Website
    +1 (701) 232-3987

    $30 / night

    "Lindenwood Park is a very nice campground with an abundance of shelters, children’s play areas, and walking/hiking trails."

    "Clean, lots of paved trails, easy access to kayak, only thing missing is a place to swim!"

    3. Red River Valley Fairgrounds

    3 Reviews
    West Fargo, ND
    9 miles
    Website
    +1 (701) 282-2200

    4. Wagner Park

    3 Reviews
    Glyndon, MN
    21 miles
    Website
    +1 (800) 354-2292

    "It’s located right off I94 just outside of Barnesville. Across the highway is a softball field and play area that overlooks Whiskey Creek."

    "All primitive sites are honor system pay at box by entrance of campground. Not all spots have fire pits which is a downside. Bathrooms are good with coin operated showers."

    5. Jorgen's Hollow Campground

    10 Reviews
    Leonard, ND
    33 miles
    Website

    "The North Country Trail goes right through camp. Hike (or ride your horse) it into the grasslands or the other way to join more trails.  There is no fee to camp here until the fall of 2018."

    "This allowed for a pretty distanced visit and relatively quiet experience in the middle of the country. If it was full, it could have been loud."

    6. Maplewood State Park Campground

    26 Reviews
    Erhard, MN
    44 miles
    Website
    +1 (218) 863-8383

    "Close to fargo and moorhead if you're looking for things to do in the area! Like the other state parks you can get firewood at the office and sites come with a fire ring and table."

    "Several rangers directed us here so we stopped in before we left Minnesota. The ranger was very helpful and set us up with a quiet campsite."

    7. Governor's Inn and Conference Center

    2 Reviews
    Casselton, ND
    23 miles
    Website
    +1 (701) 347-4524

    8. Hendrum Community Park

    3 Reviews
    Hillsboro, ND
    28 miles
    Website
    +1 (218) 861-6210

    "This is a small but well kept and woodsy community park near the small town of Hendrum, MN."

    "My wife and I were so happy to find this place tucked away in the town of Hendrum, MN.
    I only took away a star since the facilities are closed and the mosquitos are vicious!"

    9. Arthur Park

    1 Review
    Casselton, ND
    28 miles
    +1 (701) 967-8327

    "However,  I am giving this camping spot a 4-star rating simply because it is located within a really sweet little town park that is beautifully kept, lovely grounds, nice playground and ballfields nearby"

    10. Sheyenne National Grassland

    8 Reviews
    McLeod, ND
    41 miles
    Website
    +1 (701) 683-4342

    "We dispersed camped for 1 night while walking along the North Country trail."

    "Beautiful sites,trails,very friendly and knowledgeable ranger. Took our 40' through the 1212 trail and was quite concerned I had gotten a little bold with following an unknown gps destination."

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Dog-Friendly Camping Reviews near Moorhead, MN

157 Reviews of 29 Moorhead Campgrounds


  • Tori K.The Dyrt PRO User
    Dec. 21, 2022

    Maplewood State Park Campground

    Nice park

    Close to fargo and moorhead if you're looking for things to do in the area! Like the other state parks you can get firewood at the office and sites come with a fire ring and table.

  • Kristi D.
    Jul. 7, 2023

    Buffalo River State Park Campground

    Lovely campground

    Nice and clean campground with the best bathrooms we have been too...

    good trail system with a walk through the prairie and/or by the river..the weather was perfect when we came, 75 and a breeze...

    We had an incident with our cat. Cat got loose and everyone worked as a team to get him found. People were walking and looking for him. Posters went up around the grounds. We left our # with two campgrounds and as soon as they saw him 8 hours after he went missing, they called us and kept him contained. We appreciate everyone and their kind acts...

  • Glenda D.
    Apr. 8, 2021

    Shooting Star RV Park and Casino

    Nice way to stay for less when going to the casino

    There are quite a few RV sites at Shooting Star Casino in Mahnomen and they offer full hookups!  We stayed at site 19, shown in the photo.  Although the sites are close together, there were quite a few empty sites so we felt like it was semi-private.  The cost was about $25 per night so definitely a great deal for full hookups.  There is a picnic table at each site and the RV park is pet friendly.  We spent a lot of our time in the casino while we were here so our time in the camper was limited but while we slept, we didn't here much noise.

  • Art S.The Dyrt PRO User
    Jun. 22, 2018

    Maplewood State Park Campground

    Spread out over a large area, a horse and fishing spot.

    Several rangers directed us here so we stopped in before we left Minnesota. The ranger was very helpful and set us up with a quiet campsite. The drive in was a few miles but it gave a view of the variety of ecosystems in the park. 

    Site 33 is by itself on the access road to a small non-electric loop. This meant no distraction for my dog and let the bird song entertain us. There is a very long walk to a restroom but water is close by. The site is large and has enough room for two cars. This is a great site as long as you don’t mind the walk. 

    We tried out hiking along one of the trails. The grass was long and we quickly found ticks crawling up our leg. More trimming of the trails would make hiking more pleasant. There are trails for horses and mountain bikes. Another draw is the lake. Bring your boat or rent one. There is even a place to clean your catch. 

    The sites in the main loop have little privacy. That, coupled with the hiking trails, made this a not so high recommendation. It would go over higher with fishermen.

  • Laura M.The Dyrt PRO User
    Oct. 5, 2023

    Buffalo River State Park Campground

    Everything you need

    Good state park campground with everything you need. You can make your reservations online once you get there, and it’s nice because there’s no online transaction fee. But watch out that you pay the $7 daily state park entry fee as well as the camping fee, because otherwise you'll get a friendly visit from a ranger! 

     There are two loops, one slightly larger one with 50 and 30 amp power (no water or sewer) for $34, and one smaller one with no power for $24. We stayed in a power site because we couldn’t handle the heat anymore, otherwise the smaller one looked a little nicer and quieter and we would have stayed there. 

    Showers were nice and clean and free. Bathrooms were nice. 

    Very nice walking trails all around the campground and throughout the park as a whole. Trash dumpsters here as well as an assortment of segregated recycle bins. Good cell reception with Verizon and ATT. Firewood available at office for $8 and ice for $3. 

    Group camp is off from the main campground a ways, but connected via a little walking trail. There is a dump station and potable water fill at the campground exit. 

    No drinking allowed at any Minnesota State Park campground!

  • Ross B.
    Sep. 4, 2018

    Lindenwood Campground

    some lots are better than others

    Let me start off by saying, this is a picturesque park and campground located in the heart of Fargo with plenty of trails and paths to go around! we were in the A lot. our spot was pretty spacious, but a lot of the spots in this area were pretty tight. the other downside was the proximity to the interstate. this made for a pretty noticeable drone of vehicles. Would recommend staying in the B lot, spots are spaced apart more, facing the river, and are further away from the Interstate. will definitely be back, just in a different part of the campground.

  • B M.The Dyrt PRO User
    Aug. 24, 2020

    Maplewood State Park Campground

    Amazing park Big Waterview Site one of my favorites

    We stayed 7 nights really wish we had booked a few weeks. Our site was #16. We had electric hook up, fill with water near the dump station. Our site was big and private on Grass lake facing west so we saw great sunsets sitting in our site. Our bump out was facing the water when we backed in so sitting at the dinette in the camper we had a great view of the lake. Our table & fire pit were behind the camper with a great view of the water & sunset. The small birds were amazing, the sound of the Loons and an occasional muskrat will swim by.  Every morning we had a Chipmunk warm itself up on a tree behind the camper when the sun hit that spot. The big Maple trees everywhere is nice very lush campground. When the sun set we kicked up a bonfire and took it all in. 

    There are several docks on grass lake and a big dock on Beers lake you can fish from. We launched the Kayak at the boat ramp on Beers lake it's a nice ramp and not busy. We didn't get on Lake Lida it's much bigger and lots of go fast boats we prefer no wake. The bigger fish are on Lida.

    There are 8 lakes in the park which 3 or 4 have easy water access to launch a canoe or Kayak. Each lake has different fish in it. Our favorite was Beers lake it had some calm coves in it, we caught some Crappies, pan fish & Bass on this lake. They say it also has Walleye and Northern Pike. Lots of beavers & muskrats swimming interesting to watch. There is a hike or boat in site on Beers lake it's nice. 

    Grass lake has Pan fish, crappie, Northern Pike & more it's a smaller lake. Bass lake has trout, imagine that!

    There is a 5 mile drive in the parks around some lakes that was nice we saw Swans with babies, Loons, and beavers. We loved this park. There are so many trails and so much to do.

    There is a fish cleaning station, restrooms, boat ramps, canoe rentals, a swim beach and picnic area tat Lake Lida just a great place. We will go back & spend a few weeks next time were from Florida so it's a ways to go but will do it again. 

    The ranger that would drive through in the evenings was very knowledgeable about the wildlife, the area & 2 other parks he works at.  Someone had 2 campers in one site he told them it wasn't allowed (I think we all know that) he made one book a spot & move. It was the only noise we heard was their dogs in that site when no one was there they barked the entire time. Glad he made the one camper move it got quiet again. We did have some people try to walk through our site we asked them not to. They had to walk between the camper & the truck I would think it was common sense. 

    There is an Equestrian campground there and trails around the lakes to ride your horses on, a few water access spots for them to wet their hoofs. 

    There is a town close by Pelican Rapids, the drive there is nice and it's a small town but a nice grocery store (Larry's), Liquor store, a drug store a few gift shops & good ice cream. 

    I'm so happy we found this campground we will return.

  • Olivia M.The Dyrt PRO User
    Jul. 31, 2019

    Buffalo River State Park Campground

    Check out the Prairie

    • This was my first time seeing a prairie. It was a really neat experience.
    • This Minnesota state park is just outside of Fargo,ND, so it makes for a great get away in nature just outside of the hustle and bustle of the city.
    • I recommend camping in one of the sites beside the Prairie.
    • Extremely clean bath houses.
    • Beware of mosquitos!
  • Andrew F.
    Aug. 17, 2024

    Heiberg Park

    Clean, quiet, well maintained

    Heiberg Park near Twin Valley, Minnesota, is a gem for anyone seeking a peaceful and well-maintained spot to unwind. The park offers a few modern pieces of playground equipment, making it a great place for families with children. 

    One of its highlights is the serene stream that runs through the park, adding to its tranquil atmosphere. The park also has a picnic shelter that’s perfect for gatherings; it’s just a roofed area without walls, designed to provide shade for those enjoying a meal outdoors. The lawn is always kept in top shape, with the grass trimmed neatly, and you’ll rarely, if ever, find trash littering the ground, which speaks volumes about the care taken to maintain this space. 

    For those interested in fishing, the park borders the Wild Rice River, and while some have good luck with their catch, my experience hasn’t been as successful—but that hasn’t diminished my enjoyment of the setting. 

    The park is a quiet retreat, perfect for anyone looking to escape the hustle and bustle for a while. Whether you’re there for a picnic, some playtime with the kids, or just to enjoy the outdoors, Heiberg Park is a lovely choice.


Guide to Moorhead

Moorhead camping offers access to diverse terrains spanning Minnesota grasslands and the Red River Valley. Summer temperatures average 80°F with high humidity while evening temperatures drop to 55-60°F. Campers find a mix of established campgrounds and dispersed options within 30 miles of the city center.

What to do

Hiking the North Country Trail: Follow this national scenic trail through the Sheyenne National Grassland with several access points near Moorhead. "We did 5 miles out to Mirror pond, enjoyed lunch there and did the 5 miles back. Great activity for a sunny but chilly April Sunday!" reports Christina M.

Swimming in natural settings: Cool off at the swimming area at Lindenwood Campground, which sits along the Red River in Fargo. "The park road is currently undergoing some renovations but the grounds and area are very well maintained," notes Glenda D., who enjoyed the tranquil riverside setting.

Biking opportunities: The Northern Cass Pass Bike Trail connects Arthur to Hunter, ND and provides a good weekend ride option. Arthur Park serves as a convenient trailhead. "This might be a good place to camp if you want to do a weekend bike trip," suggests Janet R.

What campers like

Clean facilities: Many pet-friendly campgrounds near Moorhead maintain excellent bathrooms. At Buffalo River State Park Campground, Patrick M. found "very clean bathhouse (appears new) with flush toilets, hot showers and a dish-washing station."

Privacy between sites: Some campgrounds offer good separation between campsites. StaceeQ Q. notes Buffalo River State Park sites are "large and come with picnic tables and a fire pit you can also grill on. The sites are covered with lush live well manicured trees and they've taken the time to make nice greenway breaks between each campsite."

Wildlife viewing: The grasslands provide opportunities to see native species. At Jorgen's Hollow Campground, visitors report: "Heard some coyotes late at night" and others mention seeing "lots of woodpeckers to see and coyotes calling at dusk."

What you should know

Highway noise concerns: Some campgrounds near Moorhead experience traffic noise. At Lindenwood Campground, Susan M. warns, "It's like sleeping under a highway. Lindenwood is a pretty park but you are right off of 94 and the bridge that crosses the Red River from Minnesota to North Dakota. All we heard were cars and trucks all night long."

Mosquito preparation: Summer months bring abundant insects. At Buffalo River State Park, Sophia P. advises, "The campsite was spacious and nicely kept. There was a water filling station and toilets and showers near by. It was great. To s of mosquitos though make sure you have spray."

Seasonal considerations: Most dog-friendly campgrounds near Moorhead operate seasonally with limited winter options. Maplewood State Park Campground offers year-round access, though amenities may be limited during winter months.

Tips for camping with families

Playground access: Multiple campgrounds offer play areas for children. Hendrum Community Park provides "room for tent campers as well. Playground for the kids," according to Wanda W., making it ideal for families with pets and children.

Swimming options: Natural swimming areas provide family recreation. Brianna V. says of Buffalo River State Park, "The swimming area is wonderful! Less chlorine than you'd ever get exposed to in a public pool and picnic table access with lots of area to picnic."

Trail difficulty considerations: When hiking with children, select appropriate trails. At Buffalo River State Park, Patrick M. notes, "Several looping hiking trails start in and around the campground, so you can put together a hike from 15 minutes to two hours."

Tips from RVers

Site leveling realities: Most campgrounds have variable site leveling. At Wagner Park, Jenny H. advises, "Electric sites share a pedestal between two sites, so think about which side you want to be on when you reserve."

Vehicle clearance requirements: Some dispersed camping areas require appropriate vehicles. At Sheyenne National Grassland, Matthew L. recommends, "Make sure your vehicle has decent clearance but nothing too extreme. 2007 Toyota Sequoia with a 1.75 inch lift."

Utility hookup availability: RV campers should verify hookup options before arrival. In Hendrum Community Park, one reviewer was pleased to find "full hookups! 50amps!" despite the small size of this community park that allows dogs.

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