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Jorgen's Hollow Campground

Jorgen's Hollow Campground, near Leonard, North Dakota, is a solid choice for those looking to escape into nature without the fuss of a crowded site. With a mix of tent and RV spots, it offers a laid-back atmosphere where you can kick back and enjoy the great outdoors.

The campground features clean vault toilets and a hand pump for drinking water, making it convenient for your camping needs. Many visitors have praised the privacy of the sites, with trees and bushes providing a natural barrier between campers. One happy camper noted, “Nice and relatively private spots with lots of hiking nearby.”

For those who love to hike, you’re in luck! The North Country Trail runs right through the campground, offering easy access to scenic trails that wind through the Sheyenne Grasslands. Campers have enjoyed the peaceful surroundings, with one reviewer mentioning the soothing sounds of trees rustling in the breeze.

If you’re looking for a quiet getaway, this campground is just about 50 miles from Fargo, making it an easy drive for a quick escape. With its clean facilities and friendly vibe, Jorgen's Hollow is a great spot to unwind and soak in the beauty of North Dakota's landscape.

Description

USDA Forest Service

Jorgen’s Hollow Campground is located forty miles southwest of Fargo, North Dakota. Click here for a map of the Jorgen’s Hollow Campground and Trails. Jorgen’s Hollow Campground has 14 primitive campsites nestled within the oak savanna. Seven of those sites allow campers to have horses and seven sites are designated for campers without horses. Each campsite has a graveled pad, with a picnic table and fire ring. Campsites are open to anyone on a first-come, first-served basis. Potable water and vaulted toilets are available. While at the campground, you can enjoy the area by hiking the Oak Leafor North Country National Scenic Trail, viewing wildlife, birding, identifying wildflowers, and many other activities. Trailheads are located in the campground. Directions from ND Highway 18: Turn west onto County Road 4, travel three miles and turn north on County Road 23. Travel north on County Road 23 for two and three quarter’s mile until you reach the campground on the east side of the road. Directions from ND Highway 27: Turn north onto County Road 4 and travel three miles, then turn east and travel one mile to County Road 23. Travel north on County Road 23 for two and three quarter’s mile until you reach the campground on the east side of the road.

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Location

Jorgen's Hollow Campground is located in North Dakota

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Coordinates

46.52404403 N
97.20213618 W

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Access

  • Drive-In
    Park next to your site
  • Walk-In
    Park in a lot, walk to your site.

Stay Connected

  • WiFi
    Good
  • Verizon
    Poor
  • AT&T
    Fair
  • T-Mobile
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Site Types

  • Tent Sites
  • RV Sites
  • Standard (Tent/RV)
  • Equestrian

Features

For Campers

  • ADA Access
  • Picnic Table
  • Phone Service
  • Drinking Water
  • Toilets
  • Alcohol
  • Pets
  • Fires

For Vehicles

  • Pull-Through Sites
  • Big Rig Friendly

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10 Reviews

Reviewed Jun. 1, 2023

Great campsite

Nice and relatively private spots with lots of hiking nearby. Definitely headed back again

Site13
Month of VisitMay
Reviewed Aug. 21, 2022

Quick getaway

Only 50 miles from Fargo. Place all to myself on a Sunday night. Clean nice toilets and nice camping spots.

SiteJorgen Hallow Campground
Month of VisitAugust
  • Review photo of Jorgen's Hollow Campground by kurt L., August 21, 2022
  • Review photo of Jorgen's Hollow Campground by kurt L., August 21, 2022
  • Review photo of Jorgen's Hollow Campground by kurt L., August 21, 2022
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Reviewed Aug. 3, 2022

Relaxing

Arrived after dark picked a site and in the morning was happily surprised to find it had some trees surrounding it. In the evening the best part was listening to the trees in the breeze. it's pretty well dispersed camping with bushes for the most part separating the sites. the toilets are clean. There's a nice four Mile easy trail that comes out of the campsite area. I visited on weekday they're only five campers when I showed up and by the time I left there were zero campers.

Site11
Month of VisitAugust
  • Review photo of Jorgen's Hollow Campground by Don C., August 3, 2022
  • Review photo of Jorgen's Hollow Campground by Don C., August 3, 2022
  • Review photo of Jorgen's Hollow Campground by Don C., August 3, 2022
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Reviewed Aug. 10, 2021

Grasslands camping

Decent primitive campground in the Sheyenne grasslands. Decent vault toilets and water pump. NCT access there. Lots of woodpeckers to see and coyotes calling at dusk. Sheyenne river nearby.

Sitestayed at various sites March through May
Month of VisitMay
  • Review photo of Jorgen's Hollow Campground by Layne W., August 10, 2021
  • Review photo of Jorgen's Hollow Campground by Layne W., August 10, 2021
  • Review photo of Jorgen's Hollow Campground by Layne W., August 10, 2021
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Reviewed Aug. 4, 2021

All quiet, on the tall grass prairie

Not sure what it’s like on weekends, but arrived on a Tuesday in August; I was the second camper to arrive. First come, first serve. Very minimalist and lovely. Potable water is available, and hiking trails are nearby. Like I said in the title, all quiet, and wonderful looking over the tall grass prairie. Abundant flowers and butterflies. Even a couple prairie chickens. What a wonderful night. Not the greatest campground ever, but in my book, really a 4.5 rather than a 4 star

Site11
Month of VisitAugust
Reviewed Jul. 26, 2021

Quiet and scenic

National forest campground. First come first served only with no attendant. There’s on manual pump well and two vault toilets. Each campsite has a picnic table and fire ring and most had nice level places to park. 3 miles of gravel road to the campground but the road was smooth and in good condition.

Site1
Month of VisitJuly
Reviewed Sep. 21, 2020

Clean, quiet, inexpensive

Camped one night in late August 2020. Paid$10. Clean, quiet campground with picnic table& iron fire ring/grill at each site. Partial shade. Friendly campers. Hand pump well water. Easy trail, but didn’t see much wildlife. Lots of flies. I would stay here again. See my video review on YouTube. Riding with Stymie

Site6
Month of VisitAugust
  • Review photo of Jorgen's Hollow Campground by Riding with S., September 21, 2020
  • Review photo of Jorgen's Hollow Campground by Riding with S., September 21, 2020
  • Review photo of Jorgen's Hollow Campground by Riding with S., September 21, 2020
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Reviewed Sep. 1, 2020

Campground Perfect for an NCT Section Hike

Lots of campsites here and not many of them being used this Memorial Day weekend (thank you, COVID-19). 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. Horses are also welcome here, so there are some horse noises that may be startling if not expected (clanking metal, etc). Great stargazing. Clean water and vault toilets. Great access to the NCT. Great signage. Well kept. I enjoyed my stay here.

SiteSite across the road from water pump
Month of VisitMay
  • Review photo of Jorgen's Hollow Campground by Rachel O., September 1, 2020
  • Review photo of Jorgen's Hollow Campground by Rachel O., September 1, 2020
  • Entry to the NCT (took me a bit to figure out the gate)
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Reviewed Jun. 24, 2018

A remote camp with trails right there

.Built 3 years ago, Jorgen’s Hollow is a new campground that is in the Sheyenne Grasslands. Half the sites are for people with horses and half are for those without. During my 2 night stay, most sites were empty. If it fills up, there is a campground just down the roads a piece. 

Sites are very different. Choose one in the shade or sun. Some have more space than others. There is a central hand pump for water. Vault restrooms are at each end. 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. We couldn’t pass up 2 free nights in a quiet and remote setting. Getting up early and out onto the trail in the cool morning let us relax as the day warmed up. A midnight walk let all the stars strut their stuff.

Thrre are horses and riders who camp here so be aware they added some noises to keep my dog interested. You might consider bringing your own water - the water from the pump has particulates in it. This is also a “pack it in, pack it out place” for now. Bring your trash out with you.

This place is a beautiful find!

Site1
Month of VisitJune
  • Review photo of Jorgen's Hollow Campground by Art S., June 24, 2018
  • Review photo of Jorgen's Hollow Campground by Art S., June 24, 2018
  • Review photo of Jorgen's Hollow Campground by Art S., June 24, 2018
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Frequently Asked Questions

  • Are fires allowed at Jorgen's Hollow Campground?

    Yes, according to campers on TheDyrt.com, fires are allowed at Jorgen's Hollow Campground, although make sure to check current fire restrictions in the area.

  • Does Jorgen's Hollow Campground have wifi?

    No, according to campers on TheDyrt.com, Jorgen's Hollow Campground does not have wifi.

  • Is there cell phone reception at Jorgen's Hollow Campground?

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