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Fort Stevenson State Park and Cross Ranch State Park offer upscale glamping accommodations near Beulah, North Dakota. Cross Ranch features authentic tipis with wood floors and cots, providing a cultural experience with modern comforts. Fort Stevenson provides yurt accommodations with scenic lake views. "Great experience camping in an authentic Tipi. The Tipi has a wood floor and cots, with plenty of room. It kept us and our things dry during a rainstorm," notes one visitor. Both parks offer electricity in their glamping units, with Cross Ranch providing climate-controlled options during appropriate seasons. Each location has uniquely positioned units to maximize privacy while showcasing natural vistas.
The Missouri River serves as a backdrop for glamping experiences at Cross Ranch, where hiking trails wind through the natural landscape. Lake Sakakawea surrounds Fort Stevenson Park, creating opportunities for water-based activities like kayaking, canoeing, and fishing directly from glamping accommodations. A recent visitor mentioned, "Beautiful views of Missouri River, straight out from the Tipi door." Guests can arrange guided river excursions, with park staff providing transportation for water adventures. Winter visitors enjoy snowshoeing and cross-country skiing from their heated yurts at Cross Ranch. Both parks maintain hiking paths near glamping units, with reviewers noting "well-groomed, shaded hiking paths everywhere." Wildlife viewing is common from glamping doorsteps, with bird watching particularly popular among guests. Seasonal programming includes ranger-led activities and stargazing events throughout the year. These glamping campsites near Beulah are among the most distinctive in North Dakota, combining electricity and climate control with direct access to rivers, lakes, and prairie trails.
"Bring water shoes if you plan on swimming in the lake as it is rocky. All campsites include one picnic table and one fire pit."
"Fishing cleaning station, playground, basketball, volleyball, frisbee golf, horse shoes, on site store for ice, food and wood(WiFi at the store) Bathrooms and showers. Great campground!"
"Bathrooms were great, the trails around the lake were great and the food at the marina was OK. This park is surrounded by beautiful lakes and fields of wheat. Shower was great."
"This is a very well kept campground with clean bathrooms and showers, well maintained tent, camper, and RV sites, and excellent mountain biking and hiking trails."
from $15 - $135 / night
Check Availability"Great experience camping in an authentic Tipi. The Tipi has a wood floor and cots, with plenty of room. It kept us and our things dry during a rainstorm."
"Lots of hiking paths available and major views of the Missouri River. Option to camp in the on site tepee."
"Only downside is the proximity to a small airport with a 24hr rotating beacon, rail line across the street, and road intersection with rumble strips."
"Really cool thing is when you want to have adult time the bar/restaurant is not far and you can all take a walk there and do that for the night if you want. Easy access to the water as well"
from $14 - $26 / night
Check Availability"The downstream is a great thing place away from the noise. Stay during week and there is chance you have the place to yourself. Most spots are shaded but a few are out in the open."
"Off the main road there is the office with a dumping and filling station, showers that were very clean, flushable toilets and sites with electricity."
from $14 - $55 / night
Check Availability"There are a lot more trails then show on the map so happy exploring. While you are right next to the river, can't really see it from most of the RV campsites."
from $25 - $135 / night
Check Availability"Stayed one night in one of the numerous walk-in primitive sites."
from $15 / night
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GuideAll around this area are beautiful vistas. The Bay is very popular here and hosts many events including fishing events. They have a fish cleaning station, kayaking, lawn games, volleyball, tent sites, electric sites, full hook ups, and they can accommodate groups. Don’t forget about the camp store, too.
LegendThere are a lot more trails then show on the map so happy exploring. While you are right next to the river, can't really see it from most of the RV campsites. There are some cool tent sites though with a terrific view. There is more here then expected so pleasantly surprised. The sites are really not very private but at least they are under the trees out of the sun and wind.
RangerThis is my second time staying here while on a road trip. The thing that has changed since the last time is the addition of the rumble strips on the road. It makes it a little noisy. I’d still stay here again. Cheap (tent=$6.00) easy to pay for via Apple Pay, the pit toilets are clean and the other campers are really quiet. It seems to be popular with seasonal workers in the area that stay in their RVs.
ScoutWe were on site 35 and it was not fit for a camper. Very Hilly and goose droppings everywhere. Will not camp there again with our camper. We ended up leaving it unleveled while camping.
GuideStayed one night in one of the numerous walk-in primitive sites. I reserved the site online, and received great help and flexibility from the park rangers when I needed to change the reservation date due to poor weather. There are multiple drive-in tent sites along the road to the walk-in sites. There were a few people camped in the drive in sites, but we had the walk-in section all to ourselves. The camp hosts provided wagons in the parking area for easy transport of camping supplies. I highly recommend staying in a site along the river for a great water view right from your site. The tall cottonwood trees provide great seclusion, and we didn’t hear anyone all night. There is a pit toilet next to the parking area, but we opted to drive to the ranger station/help desk for running sinks and toilets. Each site has a fire ring and picnic table. Highly recommend staying here!
TravelerGreat little State park, any kind of camping you could want
ScoutVery clean, with water and facilities. Separate RV and tent areas. Very inexpensive. Tent area nice and flat and grassy- perfect.
Only downside is the proximity to a small airport with a 24hr rotating beacon, rail line across the street, and road intersection with rumble strips. All quieted down after 10 pm or so, so still has a good nights sleep. Position your tent carefully to place trees between you and the airport beacon, and you’ll be happier.
Still, very nice municipal campground.
ScoutThis park is our favorite go-to campground. All sites have electrical and the two dump stations are easy to pull into and use. There are many hiking trails here and they are kept mowed and in great condition.
ScoutGood campground. We stayed overnight only. Lots of rumble strip noise from the nearby roads. If you are in a camper with the air running then you would be ok. Took a little walk and saw a blue heron in a tree, great horned owl in a tree and hear a coyote yipping.
Lake Sakakawea surrounds much of the camping area near Beulah, North Dakota, creating over 1,500 miles of shoreline with multiple access points for water recreation. Summer temperatures typically range from 70-85°F during peak camping season from June through August. The region offers rustic primitive sites and luxury glamping accommodations, with most campgrounds operating from May through September.
Water activities at Lake Sakakawea: Visitors to Beulah Bay Rec Area can enjoy numerous water-based activities including boating, fishing, kayaking and paddle boarding. "Lots of to do! Boating, fishing, kayaking, paddle boarding. Cabins, primitive campsites with great views and Full hook up RV sites," notes Brandi M.
Mountain biking and hiking: Fort Stevenson State Park Campground offers extensive trail systems for outdoor enthusiasts. "There are few great hikes that are kid friendly. There is a swimming beach (quite rocky, but large) and there is usually another beach with red rocks (lots have leaf fossils!) that you can get to pending the water level," writes Emily R.
River excursions: The Missouri River provides opportunities for paddling trips at Cross Ranch State Park Campground. "We rented a canoe and 2 kayaks and were transported to Washburn and floated/paddled our way to Sanger boat launch. (Approx 9 miles) It took us about 3 hours and it was so beautiful! The park ranger picked us up at Sanger boat launch and brought everything back to the park entrance," shares Afton L.
Private, secluded sites: Many glamping options near Beulah offer privacy despite being in established campgrounds. At East Totten Trail Campground, Allison H. notes, "Very open but when you get to your spots they are nice and private. Really cool thing is when you want to have adult time the bar/restaurant is not far and you can all take a walk there and do that for the night if you want."
Fossil hunting: The shoreline at Fort Stevenson State Park contains interesting geological features. "There is a swimming beach (quite rocky, but large) and there is usually another beach with red rocks (lots have leaf fossils!) that you can get to pending the water level," mentions Emily R.
Historical connections: The region has significant historical value. At Heart Butte Reservoir (Lake Tschida), campers can experience both natural beauty and historical significance. "Sites are large, had a 20ft RV, two room tent, two person tent and a screened in tent in our spot. There is not alot of shelter does gets pretty hot from about noon till 4pm," reports Teresa M.
Seasonal availability: Most glamping options in Beulah, North Dakota operate from May through September. Heart Butte Reservoir specifies "May to September" as their operating season, while Beulah Bay notes "May 11 - Sep 16."
Reservation requirements: Many campgrounds fill quickly during peak season. At Primitive Campground, campers should book early but can sometimes make adjustments: "I reserved the site online, and received great help and flexibility from the park rangers when I needed to change the reservation date due to poor weather," states Cullen C.
Water conditions: Lake water can change throughout the season. At Heart Butte Reservoir, Teresa M. observed: "Water was nice but did have blue algae during our stay since it was so very dry out there." Similarly, at Beulah Bay, one reviewer advised: "Bring water shoes if you plan on swimming in the lake as it is rocky."
Playgrounds and recreation areas: Several campgrounds feature dedicated children's areas. At Killdeer City Park, families have access to both camping and town amenities. Heart Butte Reservoir offers family-friendly facilities as Sarah H. notes: "The beach is beautiful. Fishing is good. The kids love the playgrounds."
Transportation options: Some campgrounds provide equipment to help with campsite setup. At Primitive Campground, Cullen C. reports: "The camp hosts provided wagons in the parking area for easy transport of camping supplies. I highly recommend staying in a site along the river for a great water view right from your site."
Site selection for families: Choose sites based on your needs. Beulah Bay Rec Area reviewer GoWhereYouAreDraw N. advises: "This campground is nice for larger groups and has a lot of long-term campers. The campground does have cabins and they are well kept and clean. Lots of family activities like horseshoes, basketball court, frisbee golf, and volleyball."
Accessibility considerations: Some glamping locations near Beulah have challenging terrain. One camper at East Totten Trail noted: "We were on site 35 and it was not fit for a camper. Very Hilly and goose droppings everywhere. Will not camp there again with our camper. We ended up leaving it unleveled while camping."
Utilities and hookups: RV sites vary in available amenities. At Governors Centennial Loop Campground, Teresa T. observes: "The sites are really not very private but at least they are under the trees out of the sun and wind." Shading is important during summer when temperatures frequently exceed 80°F.
Camp host accessibility: Most campgrounds have on-site staff to assist. Lauren M. noted about Glen Ullin Memorial Park: "This was a quick one night stop for me along the road. It's very nice and quiet. There is a camp host but I didn't meet them. Super amazing quick way to pay via a QR code and Apple Pay!!"
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