Best Tent Camping near Carpio, ND
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Best Tent Sites Near Carpio, ND (2)
2. Buffalo Lodge Lake
Towner, North Dakota1 Review•2 Photos•1 SaveBuffalo Lodge Lake is a county park with picnic shelters, picnic tables, camping area and fishing pier. Also located at the park is a historical marker depicting the travels of early trader Francois-Antoine Larocque who passed through this area in 1805.
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Recent Tent Reviews in Carpio
35 Reviews of 2 Carpio Campgrounds
Lisa M.
Ranger
Surrey RV Park
Small but clean
We stayed here for one night in October. They had already turned off the water for the winter so there was only electric available. I think there was eight or nine spaces with four that were pull through. There also looked to be a dump station, but we didn’t use it. Nice hiking trail behind the local cemetery. Reason I didn’t give it five stars is because there was quite a bit of road traffic and train noise. We paid $25 for the night and you can either leave cash or a check in the dropbox or I believe you can also go to the City Hall during the week.
Buck G.
Traveler
Northgate Dam Rec Center
Quite and relaxing
Easy access plenty of space. Good Quiet and relaxing
MickandKarla W.
Legend
Roughrider RV Resort
Roughride Describes Our Experience
We followed our GPS to the campground (CG). There were no signs for this CG off of US-2/US-52 at the turn. Check-in was quick and we proceeded to a very tight pull through site 95 with FHUs. What we were initially concerned about was threading our truck and 5th wheel through two trees that make this a pull through. Other reviewers had labeled this site a“back out.” We also saw that to dump our rear black tank we would need more than 25’ of sewer hose and, unfortunately, we needed to dump for this overnighter. We couldn’t maneuver the rig to get our black tank connectors more in the center. If we pulled up any further we wouldn't have been able to get our bedroom slide out because of the two trees. We went back up to the office and expressed our concerns and asked for another site. One of the office workers got rude with us and said the only other site available was 93. We made an attempt to get into this site but there was a sewer system obstacle that presented an issue getting into the site along with how far forward the rig right next to us was parked. Back at the office, we said we'd just take our original site and make it work. The worker let us know her co-worker told us to pull in the wrong way and we could clear the sewer obstacle. We weren't comfortable trying to make the tight turn with the way the other rig was parked in the next site. The other person at the office also said they have a dump station where we could dump. As we had reserved a FHU site, we were not happy with this option. We went ahead and pulled back into site 95 and set up. When we hooked up water we found that the water hose 2-way splitter we shared with the site next to us would not open all the way. Not wanting to deal with the office anymore, we filled our freshwater tank and used our water pump. We got 3 bars on Verizon. This CG has a lot of site options from crammed together to nicely spaced with good yards. There are also tent sites. Along with the different site configurations, there are full timers, transient workers, seasonal, and short stay. In the row we were in, you are definitely stacked in there and you are door to door with another rig. If you decide to stay here try to avoid row 90-96 as they are very tight, you share utilities, and you are door to door with your neighbor. Needless to say, we will not be back.
- mmacy S.
Scout
Renville County Mouse River Park
Mouse River park
There is a small convenience store and bar, basketball courts, boat ramp, fishing docks, and walking paths. Animals welcome on leash
A M.Traveler
Buffalo Lodge Lake
For a free campground & close to Minot, it was convenient
After advice from friends, we decided to test this place out since it is near Minot. We stayed Sunday through Tuesday, which was very peaceful for a small campground. I couldn't imagine this place on an actual weekend since there are no "reserved" camper spots, you can pull up and park anywhere.
I was forewarned about the toilets, there are 2 and only get dumped twice a year (beginning & end), good thing we have a camper. LOL!
I wanted to go swim but there was so much algae in the water after you wade out that I'd be afraid to get caught in them. Plus, the baby crawdads clinging to my legs made me think twice about going any deeper than my knees.
- rrachel H.Scout
Roughrider RV Resort
Magic tenting
We had a magical stay in our tent. The place is well kept and tucked away with beautiful sites next to the river.
Len U.Scout
Nelson Carlson Lake
Super quiet at night
All sites are along the lake. There are dumpsters, a boat ramp, picnic tables, two pit toilets and fire pits. The middle section of the campground has three tall flood lights that light up the middle section. The two ends are fairly dark. There was no traffic at night. We had the place to ourselves in October.
- mmary F.Legend
Old Settlers Park
Great price and sites
I love county and city parks. They are always such a great value. This one does not disappoint. Nice electric and water hookups (no sanitation services). Sites are all large. Tent sites are nicest as they are away from road. Tent sites are in separate area from rv sites. Expect road and rail noise at both.
- GGreg B.Traveler
Roughrider RV Resort
Good place for a day or two
Gravel
James and Susan K.Ranger
Swenson Valley View RV Park
Swenson’s Valley View RV Park and Dealership
Oddly enough, this place is not bad at all for a short overnight visit or if just want to visit The Magic City for a few days.
We stayed 1 overnight.
There are a bunch of sites, but understand, the dealership does use many for parking their RV inventory. We did not have a reservation so I can’t say if we had had a reservation, how many sites would be offered. As our visit was on a Sunday, Labor Day weekend arrival, there were 3 back-in sites available in the short term area - all sites in the Park are $50/night with FHU and septic. The short term sites were 60’ and more. For us there were only 1 site with 30/50 amp and 2 with 30amp that were still available.
The bathroom and showers and the laundry room were absolutely spotlessly clean and roomy.
Reese W.
Guide
Granville City Park
Best case scenario for a free camping spot
Great spot to stop and sleep for the night. Only open bathroom is a port-o-potty, however, they are well maintained. There are water spigots around outside, and multiple RV electric hook ups ($20 a day).
- DDave S.Guide
Old Settlers Park
Beautiful and off the beaten path
I will definitely be returning here on my next trip through the area. The only issue that I had was the noise from the construction across the river.
Chris L.GuideMinot AFB FamCamp
Very Cheap
Extremely affordable sites, with water and electric. Dump available. Only 6 sites total. Sites are concrete pads, but far from level. Site 1’s water is not working, so we had to piggyback off or site 2 with our own splitter.
The park is relatively quite, but is used some early mornings for Unit PT and during the day for other unit and small group activities.
sherry P.TravelerMinot AFB FamCamp
B-52 camping
Campground is nice with pads, electric and water hookups. The campground is close to the park. No showers, but I recommend going to the base gym. Close to the BX and Commissary. Very quite area.
- sherry P.Traveler
Rice Lake County Park
Peaceful
The lake is small just northern pike. There is few campsites that are free. No water or electric hookups. For a weekend getaway close to Minot this may be the spot. There are some homes around the lake.
- SShandi C.Traveler
Mouse River Park
Not for “camping”
No hiking paths. Water is filthy- no swimming (dogs or other). Nowhere to take the dogs for shaded walks or off leash play. Lots of cockleburs everywhere.
There are several playgrounds if you have small kids (we don’t). There is a bar, if you are a drinker (we aren’t). There are kayaks if you don’t mind the slimy water (we do).
I think this place is more for hanging out with friends and glamping and drinking. We are campers, so it’s just not for us.
Always C.RangerOld Settlers Park
Paid city park campground
Just as an update. Very nice campground some sites have shade different times of day. No problem getting our 37 ft 5er in the park. Oh do not turn in the first park gate! Go on passed it to the faded sign and turn left to the park. Water spigot just past the white building. 30/50 service.
- JJimScout
Northgate Dam Rec Center
Great spot!
Such a nice camping spot. Clean and tidy, on a beautiful pond with lots of rec opportunities. Playground with basketball court; clean vault toilets; electric available at each site. Best part... $5 per night, $10 if you want electric.
Half hour from Portal border crossing. - BBrynna F.Scout
Roughrider RV Resort
I love this campground, it was like a breath of fresh air after getting lost in
I love this campground, it was like a breath of fresh air after getting lost in northeast north dakota and not seeing a soul for hours and sleeping on the side of the highway, driving up to Roughrider was like seeing an oasis in the desert. It is the nicest campsite we have been to in a while, $15/ night for primitive tent camping and pets allowed on leashes. The showers got hot INSTANTLY. We were welcomed so warmly after freezing in the car all night. 1000/10.
GoWhereYouAreDraw N.LegendAntler Memorial Park
Okay campground
Decent campground with horse ring, stables, electric hookups, pavilions, 25ish campsites. Several very large 5th wheels, a couple of normal-sized pull behind campers, and of course tents. Not crowded at all, maybe around 25ish campers.
Had 1 bar with Verizon -- could send texts but calls drop after a couple of seconds. Dump station and restrooms here. No showers.
- Joe D.Traveler
Roughrider RV Resort
Enjoyed our stay
Great flat campground with full hookups. The restrooms and paid showers were clean and new . On site laundry was a plus . Management was super nice . Let us have a late checkout and even brought a few pieces of firewood for free the day before . Conveniently located just minutes from Minot but still quiet .
- GGeorge K.Guide
Roughrider RV Resort
Campground /RV Park
Out of the two major RV Parks in the area I would consider this to be the best. All the normal amenities except a pool. The front section feels like a true campground with the exception of the sites are a little close and the rear corner is set up like a gravel rv parking lot and priced accordingly. For long term expect to pay rent plus electricity along with a $100 deposit. Also a $100 difference between the front sites with trees and a gravel parking lot in the back. The staff is very friendly and will help out with any problem neighbors. I think the only negative I have is they are a little pricey, but then again the whole area seemed pricey when it comes to campgrounds.
- GGeorge K.Guide
Casa Motel & Campground
Closed
This place is closed and up for sale
- GGeorge K.Guide
Swenson Valley View RV Park
Right off the highway
Not your typical KOA with a pool and big playground. Which I was looking for anyways while working here in the Minot area. Except for the highway noise it’s quite a peaceful park. The grounds are well groomed, but could use some up dating. ( not much for grass ). The office on the other hand is updated and has a few rv accessories, but no groceries. Nice laundry facility, as for the restrooms/ showers ?closed because of COVID-19. Over 100 sites, but almost half are taken by the RV dealership because they own the park as seen in the picture. Only 5 of the rv’s shown in the pick are guests, the rest are part of the dealership.
MikeScout
New Town Marina
Good for a pass though or if you are going to the lake
$15-$20 a night depending on if you need electric. Looks like most of the campground is full of “long timers”. We just camped on a pass though and it was great. General store, boat access, fish cleaning stations, dump pits, and water.
Stefanie Z.GuideOld Settlers Park
Small and cute, clean bathrooms
We stayed 3 nights in early September, Fri-Sun. I was a bit surprised at how few people were there - 2 or 3 long campers and we were the only tent campers. It was nice for privacy but felt a little eerie at times. That being said it was nicely maintained and I have to mention the bathrooms are replenished and cleaned daily and fully stocked with CHARMIN ULTRA toilet paper which is an absolute luxury at a simple campground lol. The showers are also pretty nice and the facility is heated. So appreciated. It has a little pavilion, a playground, “beach”, a couple cute bridges, a big grassy field for stargazing or throwing the ball around, a disc golf course, and of course you’re right on the river which is cool. Swimming is allowed at your own risk. I’m giving it five stars mostly for how well kept the bathrooms were, but it did feel a little desolate at times. I get it’s the end of camping season though and it was a little cold at night so that’s probably why. There are a few stray cats and dogs wandering about at times. We are good sleepers and this didn’t bother us much but there are heavily trafficked train tracks a couple hundred yards away from the campground so if you are a light sleeper or are bothered by trains this might not be the place for you. Umm all in all it’s a cute and peaceful little park that made a nice home for a few nights. It’s patrolled by police throughout the day too. We’d probably stay there again if we ever happen to go to Minot. Oh! There’s a decent North Dakota style winery (sweet fruit wines) a couple miles down the road with a lovely view and even some hikes. Worth a visit - Pointe of View. Ok, done now I promise.
- AAshley B.Traveler
Van Hook Area
Great for the family
This is a great little camping area with lots of places to camp. Unfortunately none have water hookups but most have electric. The beach is awesome for the little kids because it’s very shallow very for quite a ways out. They have a great little bait shop that has all of the essentials for camping, fishing, and typical gas station type items. Staff and community is very friendly and there are a couple fun playgrounds for the kids.
Guide to Carpio
Tent camping near Carpio, North Dakota, offers a chance to immerse yourself in nature while enjoying the tranquility of the outdoors. With a couple of well-reviewed spots nearby, you can find the perfect place to pitch your tent.
Tent campers should check out Rice Lake County Park
- This campground features a peaceful setting with free campsites and allows for campfires, making it a great option for a weekend getaway close to Minot.
Enjoy local activities at Buffalo Lodge Lake
- With access for both boat-in and drive-in camping, this spot is ideal for those looking to fish or simply relax by the water, although be prepared for some algae in the swimming areas.
Some prices for tent camping range from free to $20
- While Rice Lake County Park offers free camping, Buffalo Lodge Lake provides a convenient and affordable option for those seeking a peaceful retreat without breaking the bank.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is the most popular tent campsite near Carpio, ND?
According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular tent campground near Carpio, ND is Rice Lake County Park with a 3-star rating from 1 review.