Six miles of gravel road separate Moon Lake from the highway, and that distance does most of the filtering. By the time campers arrive at this small State Fish and Wildlife area near campgrounds near Valley City, the site count is low enough that arriving early matters. There are roughly four to five spots, none of them formally designated. Campers park next to fire rings and picnic tables on open grass that runs along two sides of the lake.
The layout is loose and unstructured. Jeremy C. describes it as having "a small lake with a boat access, little beach, outhouse, and a picnic shed," which covers most of what's here. A covered picnic area, a boat ramp, and a restroom round out the amenities, along with a streetlight that one reviewer notes works against stargazing. A wooded nook in the far left corner of the site, facing the lake, gives tent campers and van dwellers a bit of separation from others. The ground is uneven, so leveling blocks are worth bringing.
Water access is the main draw. The lake supports fishing and kayaking, and two docks give dogs room to swim. Campers have parked large rigs, including a 16,000-pound bus, on the grass during dry conditions, though the lot's uneven surface and soft soil make this risky after rain. Cell service runs at one to two bars and tends to be slow but functional. The Moon Lake Campground nearby provides an alternative if this area fills.
Bugs are a consistent complaint from summer visitors, particularly in late June and July, so insect repellent is worth packing regardless of conditions. April visits have turned up locked restrooms and muddy, soft ground that made parking in the main area impractical. Dallas H. notes it's "surrounded by lakes" with good sunsets and audible wildlife, but cautions that early spring conditions can limit what's usable. Stays are capped at ten days, and rigs cannot be left unattended for more than twenty-four hours. Late summer, when the ground is firm and dry, tends to give the most reliable access.
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Map & DirectionsMoon Lake is located in North Dakota near Valley City
Coordinates
46.86056733 N
98.16512891 W
Connectivity
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Connectivity
- T-Mobile5GExcellent CoverageVerified by 9 usersLast on 8/5/26
- VerizonLTESome CoverageVerified by 8 usersLast on 8/5/26
- AT&T5GExcellent CoverageLast on 7/12/26
Access
- Drive-InPark next to your site
- Walk-InPark in a lot, walk to your site.
- Boat-InSites accessible by watercraft.
Site Types
- RV Sites
- Dispersed
- Group
Features
For Campers
- ADA Access
- Picnic Table
- Phone Service
- Toilets
- Alcohol
- Pets
For Vehicles
- Big Rig Friendly
DISPERSED CAMPING
Enjoy dispersed camping on government land and leave no trace. Pack in and pack out. No (or limited) services at this camping area. Permit may be required.
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Drive Time
- 1 hr 2 min from Fargo, ND
- 1 hr 47 min from Bismarck, ND
- 1 hr 56 min from Grand Forks, ND
- 3 hrs 12 min from Minot, ND
























