Kayakers and anglers have a functional put-in on the Sheyenne River here, with two gravel slopes leading down to the water and accessible fishing spots along the bank. Faust Park sits about six miles outside of Valley City along a maintained gravel road, roughly half a mile off River Road, and is co-managed by the Barnes County Wildlife Club and North Dakota Game and Fish. No camping fees. The site accommodates tents, vans, and smaller RVs in an open gravel lot, though reviewers note it fills quickly, with space for roughly four to six vehicles depending on size.
The park includes a fire ring, a built-in charcoal grill, picnic tables, a covered shelter, vault toilets, and trash service. Mature trees provide shade across portions of the open lawn. One practical note for those relying on cell coverage: at least one visitor with Spectrum mobile reported no signal, falling back on satellite texting. A firewood vendor has been noted on-site in late summer. The apple trees on the property were producing ripe fruit as recently as August 2025.
Train noise is the most consistent theme across reviews. The rail crossing sits within roughly 100 yards of the camping area, and trains pass through at irregular intervals, sometimes four to nine times between afternoon and early morning, each with multiple horn blasts. As Jordan L. put it, "Also heard coyotes howling for a while, which was more enjoyable." Campers who are light sleepers should bring earplugs. Those paddling the Sheyenne or fishing on a budget will find this a workable overnight base, and Mel Rieman Rec a few miles north adds showers, drinking water, and a swimming area for those wanting more facilities nearby.
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Map & DirectionsFaust Park is located in North Dakota near Valley City
Coordinates
46.98519765 N
98.08715497 W
Connectivity
- T-MobilePossible CoverageVerified by 14 usersLast on 9/11/26
- VerizonPossible CoverageVerified by 11 usersLast on 9/11/26
- AT&TLTESome Coverage
Connectivity
- T-MobilePossible CoverageVerified by 14 usersLast on 9/11/26
- VerizonPossible CoverageVerified by 11 usersLast on 9/11/26
- AT&TLTESome Coverage
Access
- Drive-InPark next to your site
- Walk-InPark in a lot, walk to your site.
- Hike-InBackcountry sites.
- Boat-InSites accessible by watercraft.
Site Types
- Tent Sites
- RV Sites
- Standard (Tent/RV)
- Dispersed
- Group
Features
For Campers
- ADA Access
- Trash
- Picnic Table
- Phone Service
- Toilets
- Alcohol
- Pets
- Fires
For Vehicles
- Pull-Through Sites
FREE established camping
Enjoy camping on government land. Limited or no services at this camping area.
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Drive Time
- 1 hr from Fargo, ND
- 1 hr 52 min from Bismarck, ND
- 1 hr 54 min from Grand Forks, ND
- 3 hrs 17 min from Minot, ND



















