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Best Glamping near Belfield, ND

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Medora Campground near Theodore Roosevelt National Park houses premium glamping accommodations including yurts that provide an upscale camping experience with modern amenities. Located less than 5 minutes from the South Unit entrance, this boutique camping destination offers comfortable sleeping quarters with proper beds, electricity, and climate control systems for year-round comfort. A path leads directly to the Little Missouri River with scenic views of the park's dramatic landscapes. "We stayed in one of the cabins, which had a really cool loft area the boys loved. Being able to walk down to the river and explore was neat," shared one visitor. The glamping options blend natural surroundings with luxury comforts while keeping guests close to both wilderness experiences and town conveniences.

The glamping experience at Sully Creek State Park and Little Missouri National Grassland connects visitors with the rugged beauty of North Dakota's badlands in refined comfort. On-site trails provide immediate access to wildlife viewing opportunities with bison, wild horses, and prairie dog colonies abundant throughout the region. Medora's western town center sits within a short biking distance, offering dining, shopping, and cultural attractions including the popular Medora Musical outdoor show. According to a camper, "The location is a gem right outside the gates of Teddy Roosevelt NP. The hospitality was unmatched, and the facilities were very clean." Most luxury camping options remain open from April through November, though some locations offer winter glamping experiences with additional heating and insulation for cold-weather visitors.

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Best Glamping Sites Near Belfield, North Dakota (6)

    1. Cottonwood Campground — Theodore Roosevelt National Park

    71 Reviews
    Medora, ND
    17 miles
    Website
    +1 (701) 623-4466

    $20 - $60 / night

    "Sites 55-66 are walk in tent sites; parking spots and grills for these sites are numbered so you have a specific site. We arrived before 10:30 am on a Sunday and sites were being claimed quickly. "

    "The bathhouse near our site was newish with flush toilets (which my spouse always loves).  So why not five stars?"

    2. Medora Campground

    45 Reviews
    Medora, ND
    16 miles
    Website
    +1 (701) 623-4435

    $30 - $60 / night

    "Ample bathrooms and laundry room was great. ATM and cash change machine in room, dryers are fantastic. Great staff at front desk with late hours."

    "The staff is very friendly and they have a small store on site. There's a picnic table, but it was very hot outside without shade."

    3. Sully Creek State Park — Sully Creek State Recreation Area

    30 Reviews
    Medora, ND
    16 miles
    Website
    +1 (701) 623-2024

    "Stayed in the non-electric sites (Cedar Campground) that are among the trees.  Secluded, well spaced apart from other sites.  Perfect view of the mountains.   "

    "We had total privacy, a fire pit that you could see the bluff from, trees all around, and the only thing you heard were horses from the horse camp area."

    4. Little Missouri National Grassland

    4 Reviews
    Medora, ND
    16 miles

    "Nice fair size camp, nice shop for necessities, decent shower, 43$ with electric,"

    5. Magpie Campground

    9 Reviews
    Grassy Butte, ND
    32 miles
    Website
    +1 (701) 225-5151

    $6 / night

    "The sites are relatively spread out, though I like to stay towards the back of the site where it’s even more secluded. Every time I’ve been here, the camp is never over 1/2 full."

    "The campsite is a good 25 min off the highway on a dirt road so don't plan to go back-forth a lot. But it's worth it for the peace and surrounding beauty. That's what you came for right? "

    6. Killdeer City Park

    1 Review
    Killdeer, ND
    39 miles
    Website
    +1 (701) 764-5295
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  • Beth B.The Dyrt PRO User
    Jul. 24, 2025

    Medora Campground

    Perfect for Teddy Roosevelt National Park visit

    Nice campground, good roads and pull through spots, wide enough to use picnic tables and have enough room for truck. Ample bathrooms and laundry room was great. ATM and cash change machine in room, dryers are fantastic. Great staff at front desk with late hours. We had emergency truck repair and needed to stay an extra day,,,staff was very helpful and made it work. Lots of sites here, some are shaded…others are full sun. Lots of different options available, RV, tent, cabin, wagon.

    Good recreation for kids, basketball/volleyball/gaga ball and city pool at front of campground $5/person. Medora is a small town, easy to bike or walk. No grocery store, only small convenience store so make sure you stock up if you are staying for a few days.

    National park entrance South is next door and scenic trail drive is about 2 hours round trip (there is construction so one part of road is shut down…no loop…you have to turn around).

  • Mary S.
    Aug. 7, 2018

    Cottonwood Campground — Theodore Roosevelt National Park

    Peaceful camping in Theodore Roosevelt NP

    This campground in Theodore Roosevelt National Park near Medora ND has 76 sites. Half of the sites, the even-numbered ones, are not reservable. Sites 55-66 are walk in tent sites; parking spots and grills for these sites are numbered so you have a specific site.

    We arrived before 10:30 am on a Sunday and sites were being claimed quickly. There were 7 of us choosing sites at that time. The hosts had a whiteboard that listed available sites; we took a photo of the list and chose quickly as we drove around because sites that were listed as available were already being claimed. We ended up on a reservable site that was open for the next several nights. The host couple was really on the ball and their attention helped keep the site selection process orderly.  After you put your tag up, they fold it over later in the day and mark your departure date. This is a practice that is used in many campgrounds.

    Cottonwood has been full every day since Memorial Day so you can't show up in the evening or possibly even mid-afternoon and expect to find an open site.

    This campground has no hookups but has flush toilets, sinks, potable water spigots, a sink for washing dishes/disposing of grey water, a place for filling water tanks, trash disposal and firewood for sale. There are charcoal grates for cooking that can also be use for campfires, but there are no fire rings; your campfire will be a few feet off the ground in something that I think of as a grill!

    Showers? No, but there area couple campgrounds in Medora that have showers for $5.

    If you stay here, you're obviously here to see Theodore Roosevelt NP. Both the campground and park are worth a visit. The scenery is incredible and gave us a new view of North Dakota. There is a hike near Pleasant Valley Ranch where you can use a few trails to make a 5+ mile loop that will show you everything the park has to offer - Little Missouri River (and you have to cross it at the beginning and end), prairie dog towns, bison herds and beautiful scenery. I highly recommend this as a way to see the park from a better vantage point than the highway.

    One complaint - the position of our site (#19) had some people think it was acceptable to cut through our site on their way to the bathroom. Do you walk through someone's home to shorten your walk? Didn't think so but 3 people did within 30 minutes.

  • Stacia R.
    Jul. 16, 2019

    Cottonwood Campground — Theodore Roosevelt National Park

    Rustic National Park camping

    I have mixed feelings on this campground. We were here mid- July and it was incredibly hot. There is limited shade and little relief from the heat. We had a nice site with the river running alongside it, but it was a dark muddy brown, so not at all enticing to go in it. The host was very friendly and helpful. Bathrooms & water access were nearby but there are no showers within the park. There was also no soap in the bathroom. I was disappointed that there are no fire pits, just small grills at each site. I understand there is probably a moderately high fire danger in the park often, but disappointing nonetheless. The campground has tent, RV and walk in sites available. Some are reservable- some not. The scenery is beautiful in a weird, other worldly way. Unfortunately it was challenging to enjoy it fully due to the 90+ degree temps.

  • T
    Jul. 15, 2022

    Cottonwood Campground — Theodore Roosevelt National Park

    Where the buffalo roam

    If you visit Theodore Roosevelt, you likely want to see the bison the park is famous for, and if you stay at Cottonwood, you likely will. We did--up close. One passed within about 10 feet of our campervan (which we'd jumped into with our dog, as the bison started to approach). What a thrill. We wondered if it was the same bison we'd seen grazing about 50 yards away the day before and the same one who'd left muddy hoofprints all over the campground. 

    We didn't love the campground itself as much as the other reviewers did. The sites are decently spaced, and many of them are at least partly shaded. The bathhouse near our site was newish with flush toilets (which my spouse always loves). 

    So why not five stars? The camp host committed one of my pet peeves, which is not enforcing the generator quiet hours (8 pm to 8 am here). A camper near us was using his generator till at least 10:30 (when I finally managed to fall asleep; he might've been using it even later). Too, the campground was buggy--as buggy as I've experienced in the West (which I usually find to be much less buggy than my homelands in the muggy, wet East).

  • Jenifer K.
    May. 11, 2019

    Medora Campground

    Tight and dusty, but close to Teddy Roosevelt

    We stayed 3 nights in a PT FHU for $177. The sites are dusty red dirt (but that's the natural landscape of the area) and a little close together. The staff is very friendly and they have a small store on site. There's a picnic table, but it was very hot outside without shade. There's a great creek within walking distance that you can cool off in and let the dogs run around. The proximity to Teddy Roosevelt NP is the winner to stay!

  • Tom S.
    Sep. 30, 2016

    Cottonwood Campground — Theodore Roosevelt National Park

    A cool campsite in an awesome park!

    My brother and I decided to take a trip to Theodore Roosevelt National Park. I had never been there before and didn't know what to expect when I entered the Cottonwood campground in the South Unit.

    When I pulled in there were several campsites for tents on the left and pull-through campsites for campers on the right. I opted to for one of the tent sites right in the middle of the camp near the water. The campsite I was at had trees in between it and the adjacent campsites. It had a flat space with mowed grass, a picnic table, and an outdoor grill.

    As far as bathrooms are concerned, there was a pit toilet where you enter for the pull-through sites and a flush toilet in the middle of the tent sites. I always prefer camping somewhere with a flush toilet and running water. You might be more adventurous than I am, but this definitely made me happy.

    There were a lot of bugs in my campsite, which was probably because I was close to the water. It may have had fewer bugs if I chose a campsite further away from the river. I saw a snake while cooking dinner one night, and I also saw a buffalo hanging out next to the toilets when I woke up one morning (I wasn't groggy for long). So there is a good chance you see some wildlife you can enjoy in the campsite.

    The location of the campground is near the entrance of the South Unit, so it's a good place to stay if you plan to explore the park. I woke up and did a loop around the entire South Unit and then ended back at the campground.

    As far as the national park is concerned, I highly recommend checking out the Wind Canyon Trail, Buck Hill, Scoria Point Overlook, the Petrified Forest and the Painted Canyon. All of these locations are really different. There are also several prairie dog towns that are pretty cool.

  • Stephanie Z.The Dyrt PRO User
    Aug. 18, 2016

    Cottonwood Campground — Theodore Roosevelt National Park

    Nice NP Campground Convenient to I-94

    I visited this campground for 1 night while driving across North Dakota. It's super easy to access from I-94, but you feel like you're a million miles away from the interstate. Arriving at the Teddy Roosevelt NP main entrance late in the day, the booth was closed and the "Campground Full" sign was up. I decided to check for myself and I'm glad I did. They sometimes put the campground full site up when the ranger leaves for the night- always check for yourself.

    The campsites were basic- picnic table, fire ring, and close proximity to some basic bathrooms. My site was grassy and easy for a tent. The campground didn't allow hammocks or anything attached to trees. The rangers were very friendly and actively patroling the campground. There were NP events at the campground each night.

    The cost for a site was $16 (and 20$ to enter the park if you don't have a pass). You cannot get change from the ranger and you cannot use a credit card to register. The closest place to get change, firewood, gas, etc. is Medora which is about 7 miles away. The convenience store there has anything you might want.

    There are lots of great hikes accessible in the park, but the park is not crowded like other National Parks, so be sure to get a trail map and directions for hiking as all trails are not well marked.

  • D
    May. 23, 2021

    Cottonwood Campground — Theodore Roosevelt National Park

    Where the buffalo roam

    Camped late April for 5 days, so it was offseason one pit toilet open one water spigot open in the campground.  There are two loops, the south look which is tenting and smaller sized trailer sites but it was not yet open while we were there,  The North Loop is mainly pull through sites and can handle larger sized RV's.  This is dry camping, there are no hookups.  You can experience some nice hiking and opportunities for wildlife viewing.  Buffalo were common visitors while having coffee in the morning.   Elk, deer, wild horses were common as well as hawks and prairie dogs.  Currently Western North Dakota is experiencing a drought, and being early in the season for the campground, it was dry and dusty but did not prevent us from hiking and exploring the park.  There is a convenience store in Medora ND right outside the park entrance that you can purchase basics but there was no grocery store.  Part of the scenic loop drive is closed due to road erosion but you can still travel most of it though its an out and back with turnarounds for larger vehicles. We would defiantly camp there again, but if you need the luxuries of an RV "park", you will not find that here.  The campground is well maintained and clean.

  • SwitchbackKids
    Jul. 27, 2017

    Cottonwood Campground — Theodore Roosevelt National Park

    Quaint, quiet, scenic campground oasis in the prairies of North Dakota

    Cottonwood Campground was a very welcome oasis in the prairies of North Dakota. Along our year-long trip, we slept in a lot of campgrounds, but Cottonwood stands out as just what we needed at the time: quiet, spacious, and beautiful sites, nestled right up along the Missouri river, perfect for taking a dip at the end of a long day of hiking.

    We spent four days at Theodore Roosevelt National Park: two in the south unit and two in the north unit. (We also loved Juniper Campground in the north!)

    Cottonwood Campground was a great place to crash for two nights. It was cheap, comfortable, and quiet. It allowed great access to the heart of Theodore Roosevelt National Park. We even ran into a Teddy impersonator at the Visitor Center!

    In the south, near Cottonwood Campground, we loved the beautiful scenic drive, the views from Buck Hill, Wind Canyon Overlook, and the Petrified Forest (a bit of a drive around the park).

    You can read much more about our four days in the park on our blog: Switchback Kids (Theodore Roosevelt)

Guide to Belfield

Glamping options near Belfield, North Dakota position visitors within the rugged terrain of the badlands region, characterized by dramatic buttes, colorful stratified rock formations, and rolling prairies. The area sits at approximately 2,500 feet elevation with a semi-arid climate featuring hot summers and cold winters. Many upscale camping accommodations remain open from April through November, with winter options requiring additional heating systems.

What to do

River exploration: Little Missouri River offers immediate access to wildlife viewing and water activities. At Cottonwood Campground, "Most campsites have shade and tucked in. Ours was a light exposed- but not bad. No campfire rings. They have raised grills that can be used as to have a small fire," notes Lisa S.

Hiking the Maah Daah Hey Trail: This 100+ mile trail system connects directly to several glamping locations. According to a visitor at Magpie Campground, "The part I like most about this campground is the easy access to the world renowned Maah Daah Hey Trail: >100 miles of trail open to hikers, bikers, and horseback riders. Either head south on Magpie road to Magpie trailhead, or follow the campground road away from the main road past the cattleguard and find the connecting trail there."

Wildlife observation: Early mornings provide optimal wildlife viewing. "We woke up to find bison all around us. Truly a beautiful and unique experience I'll never forget," reports Caitlin B. about her stay at Cottonwood Campground.

What campers like

Privacy between sites: Many luxury camping options prioritize spacing and natural barriers. "Sites are spaced apart and surrounded by trees," notes Jenny K. about her experience at Magpie Campground. "Even if it was at capacity, you wouldn't hear or see much of others."

Clean facilities: Campgrounds maintain high standards despite remote locations. At Sully Creek State Park, one camper appreciated the "Clean, warm, free showers!!" while another noted that "Showers and vault toilets kept very clean."

River proximity: Access to water features significantly enhances glamping experiences. "A path leads directly to the Little Missouri River" at several locations, and one visitor to Medora Campground mentioned "Beautiful and short walk to the Little Missouri River."

What you should know

Water quality varies: Not all water sources meet expectations. At Cottonwood Campground, one camper noted, "The one criticism I have of this campsite is the potable water tasted horrible."

Reservations recommended: During peak season (June-August), securing accommodations in advance becomes essential. "I didn't have a spot in the National Park so this was next," mentioned a visitor to Sully Creek State Park.

Limited shade at some sites: Exposure can be an issue during hot summer days. "Choose your tent only walk in site carefully. Most (esp those next to river) have no shade. This means it's hot in the sun and exposed in thunderstorms," advises Bryan P. from his stay at Cottonwood Campground.

Access road conditions: Some glamping locations require navigating unpaved roads. "Only downfall was the long drive on the rough/unpaved roads. My Toyota Corolla isn't the best 'off roading' car, but we got there safely," reports one visitor about accessing Magpie Campground.

Tips for camping with families

Pool access: Several glamping options provide swimming facilities for children. At Medora Campground, "It has a city pool right on site that is heated, a dog park beautiful grounds with huge trees. Great playground," reports Amber W.

Kid-friendly amenities: Recreation options keep children engaged. "Good recreation for kids, basketball/volleyball/gaga ball and city pool at front of campground $5/person," notes Beth B. about Medora Campground.

Wildlife encounters: Plan morning activities for optimal wildlife viewing with children. "Great birds!! Chats, American Redstart, Cedar Waxwings, Spotted Towhee, Eastern Kingbird and more!" reports Janet K. about Sully Creek State Park.

Groceries and supplies: Limited shopping options require advance planning. "No grocery store, only small convenience store so make sure you stock up if you are staying for a few days," advises a visitor to Medora.

Tips from RVers

Site selection criteria: When glamping close to Belfield, North Dakota in larger vehicles, choose sites carefully. "I'm on the back in side, so these are smaller spots and some are pretty small so I'm glad I have a small class B," notes Christine B. about her experience at Sully Creek State Park.

Hookup availability: Electric and water connections vary significantly between locations. "Good roads and pull through spots, wide enough to use picnic tables and have enough room for truck," reports Beth B. about Medora Campground.

Road access considerations: Some luxury camping destinations have limitations for larger rigs. "Nice campground, good roads and pull through spots, wide enough to use picnic tables and have enough room for truck," states a reviewer about their experience.

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