Best Tent Camping near Crosby, ND

Crosby is an ideal place for camping adventures of all kinds. Crosby is an adventure-filled destination for those who love the outdoorsy camper lifestyle. But it's also great for those who prefer to spend time near the city, exploring and sightseeing. Discover great camping spots near Crosby, reviewed by campers like you.

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Tent Camping Reviews near Crosby, ND

15 Reviews of 2 Crosby Campgrounds


  • J
    Aug. 20, 2018

    Brush Lake State Park Campground

    Small campground overlooking lake

    Campground is set on top of hill overlooking Brush Lake which is a gem in itself. Campsites are spacious, but no trees for privacy or shade. There are bathroom facilities. Trails that lead down to the lake. Lake has restroom facilities, picnic tables, boat ramp, and beach area. The lake was a hidden gem among locals, so not a ton of people camping. One side of the lake is a state park and the other is privately owned.

  • J
    May. 22, 2021

    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.

  • Kerry K.The Dyrt PRO User
    Jul. 31, 2023

    Kota Ray Dam

    Not as expected

    Picked a site online from the website. Looked like a nice long back in by the lake. Turns out it had a big hump in the middle of it and the power was on the wrong side a to far away to reach. Went up the hill and found a place to park in site three while the guy I called checked to see if it was reserved . Luckily it wasn’t so I was able to set up and get the air going Other thing to mention is I’m in a 28 foot travel trailer. The road in if you can call it that was pretty worn out. First part was bumpy and patched tar. The rest was gravel so had to go slow It’s a bare bones park that doesn’t see much attention. But if you wanna be alone, this will work. Only three of us here. Bugs are a bit of a problem here as everywhere this time of year. Little no see ‘ems are the worst. Just a few Skeeters. I’m told there’s a dump station, but haven’t looked at it yet. Was looking for a quiet place to wait out the heat for a few days that had power. So it works for that. And I’m beholding to Jeremy at the office in town for helping with the reservation switch. I would suggest you come here first before picking a site. The ones on the loop on the hill are more level.

  • Leah N.
    Jun. 5, 2023

    Kota Ray Dam

    Good For Families

    We love Kota Ray. Its small, the swimming beach is pretty decent, the campsites aren't too terrible (I wish some of them were just a bit more level), the bathrooms are usually cleaned well and they have lots of picnic shelters. The fishing is good and it's a great little pond for kayaks and paddleboards. Only electric at sites, no water hookups.

  • Leah N.
    Jul. 5, 2022

    Blacktail Dam

    Nice Place

    All camp spots are right on the water, though most of them have cat tails and thick vegetation making it difficult to get to the water. Each site has electric that you share with your neighbor. They have a water station, dump station, showers that could use some attention, they have a nice playground for the kids, some picnic shelters, bathrooms and garbage cans. We stayed over the 4th so it was very busy but still enjoyable (coming from a family that prefers our solitude). There isn't a lot of water access for shore fishing and swimming is prohibited in most areas. There is a swimming beach about 1.5 miles from where we had camped which was pretty central to the grounds. It's not a big beach area so busy days it can be a little crowded. It is nice and sandy and great for the kiddos, though. All in all, the campground was nice and I would stay again!

  • M. F.
    Jul. 24, 2021

    Brush Lake State Park Campground

    Warm lake, not crowded

    Went here deliberately because it is not extremely busy and has a warm lake for swimming, boating, tubing. Canoing that is very near the campground. Fantastic restaurant in Genora, ND about 5 miles away. Went in late July and flies were somewhat bothersome. But lake was so refreshing and this would make a perfect 1-2 day stop between many locations in MT and ND. 27 miles to Canadian Border. Went swimming every day I was there except one day when it was cool. 150 miles to Theodore Roosevelt National Park which was also great.

  • Buck G.
    Sep. 25, 2024

    Northgate Dam Rec Center

    Quite and relaxing

    Easy access plenty of space. Good Quiet and relaxing

  • Jackie R.
    Aug. 14, 2016

    Blacktail Dam

    Can get busy!

    It's a smaller lake with housing all around it. Around the 4th of July can get super busy. They keep the facilities clean!

  • J
    Aug. 20, 2018

    Blacktail Dam

    Popular area

    Blacktail Dam is a popular destination for most area people. It is a small dam so it does tend to get quite busy, with minimal camping spots. Most of the land around the lake is privately owned lots.


Guide to Crosby

Tent camping near Crosby, North Dakota offers a unique opportunity to immerse yourself in the natural beauty of the region while enjoying a variety of outdoor activities.

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  • The Wildrose City Park provides a simple camping experience, perfect for those looking to escape into nature without the distractions of modern amenities.

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Tips for tent camping near Crosby

  • Be prepared for a rustic experience at the Wildrose City Park, as it does not offer firewood, picnic tables, or showers, so plan accordingly for your camping needs.

Frequently Asked Questions

Which is the most popular tent campsite near Crosby, ND?

According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular tent campground near Crosby, ND is Divide County Noonan Lions Campground with a 0-star rating from 0 reviews.