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International Peace Garden campground accommodates pets with spacious sites nestled among mature aspen and oak trees, creating private camping areas for families with dogs. Concrete pads at tent and RV sites simplify setup, while the raised wooden platforms at tent sites offer additional comfort. The campground is located deep within the garden complex with quiet surroundings ideal for pets sensitive to noise. Campers consistently note the campground feels secluded despite being in a popular attraction. Most sites offer water and power hookups with clean bathroom facilities. The entrance fee is $25 plus $25 for camping with full hookups available. Lake Metigoshe State Park also welcomes pets with multiple camping areas including Washegum, North Hill, and North Star primitive sites, though spaces can be close together during peak seasons.
The nearby trail systems provide excellent opportunities for dog walking throughout the International Peace Garden and Lake Metigoshe State Park. Dogs must remain leashed on all trails and in campgrounds. The interpretive trails at Lake Metigoshe offer scenic views of small lakes and abundant wildlife viewing opportunities, though campers should watch for poison ivy along trails and occasionally in campsites. Water access points allow dogs to cool off during summer months. The park offers kayak and canoe rentals for exploring the lake system with pets. During peak visitation periods like Memorial Day weekend, the campgrounds become considerably busier and less suitable for pets that require quiet surroundings. Remember to bring proper identification when visiting International Peace Garden as you'll need it to return to the US side after exploring the grounds that span both countries.
"Beautiful playground right behind us, and an amphitheater as well. There's multiple hiking trails, a dog park, swimming area, and picnic areas as well!"
"This State Park is in North Dakota near the Canadian border. With a very large body of water that has many amenities from fishing, boating, canoeing, kayaking and paddle boarding."
from $15 - $150 / night
Check Availability"Many campsites, surrounded by trees. Stayed for two nights and didn’t even see everything at the park. Brought kayaks Into the pond/ lakes in the gardens. Wish we had brought bikes."
"We like to choose sites surrounded by trees and this place does not disappoint. Plus, the raised tent platforms are a huge benefit! "
"On the lake and pretty."
"We did one of the trails and there were more. Inexpensive."
"It’s just a simple spot to camp on the small Lake Upsilon."
"Great little hideout next to hubbub of Lake Metigoshie. Spots are fairly small but a few can fit a larger tent or camper."
"I love this place every quiet, lots of coyotes and animals at night lake is big only 2 places to fish (BRING WATER AND $15 cash for over night fee) the water from the taste is not filtered good for cleaning"
from $15 / night
Check Availability"The site was level and hookups were well-positioned. The restroom and shower are clean; a good supplement to our camper. "
"Friendly hosts, convenient access to the highway."
from $20 - $50 / night
Check Availability"Pets allowed. Someone might be here to greet you, but probably not."
"Beautifully maintained trails and a small network of unpaved roads. I took a delightful bike ride with my dogs and we really enjoyed this location."
GuideStayed at Washegum campground overnight and although the camping spots were very close together there's a lot of vegetation and trees separating the lots. Beautiful playground right behind us, and an amphitheater as well. There's multiple hiking trails, a dog park, swimming area, and picnic areas as well! Very kid and dog friendly, we will definitely be visiting again.
RangerThis State Park is in North Dakota near the Canadian border. With a very large body of water that has many amenities from fishing, boating, canoeing, kayaking and paddle boarding. There are bike & canoe/kayak rentals right outside the park and a couple different campgrounds to choose from inside the park, ours was just a few feet from the lake and fishing dock. Depending on which campground you choose you will either have a vault toilet or a more convenient bathroom with toilets & showers! Staff was very nice and accommodating. There was even an Ice cream truck that rolled thru everyday for the kiddos!
ScoutBest part is it’s free, there isn’t much traffic, plenty of room. Pets allowed. Someone might be here to greet you, but probably not.
ScoutA great place for getting in or on the water. Swimming next to campsites, boat launch site even closer. The playground is located next to picnic and bbq areas, all near the water and restrooms close by. Fishing docks are plentiful.
brought my kids and my dogs for a great time and wasn’t disappointed.
ScoutThis campground tucked away in the turtle mountains next to Lake Metigoshie is definitely worth the visit! The campground is located in a state park so rules do apply. Tents, rvs, cars are are easy to maneuver in and out with a pump station located in the park. The 4 season playground is home to a ski park near by with a brand new chalet and updated runs with a terrain park( depending on snow conditions) public beach access, hiking trails, snowmobile trails, and the International Peace Gardens located not to far away either! I recommend camping in the fall with tree colors! WOW!
TravelerWe LOVE camping here! The North Hill campground is small, quiet, and perfect proximity to the water. Site 103 has good trees for 1 hammock. Toilet facilities are nice and clean. There is a great playground, and a great dog area! Our only complaint is the mosquitos, which are pretty unavoidable. Bring a great bug spray and your kayak and you’ll be set for an amazing camping trip!
GuideI loved this area. It really has the imagination going and seeing all the different kinds of trees planted in close range was very compelling. Beautifully maintained trails and a small network of unpaved roads. I took a delightful bike ride with my dogs and we really enjoyed this location. However, to say that we became infested with ticks is damn near an understatement. If ticks bother you (in this amount of tips would bother anyone) I do not recommend coming to this spot. I am not sure when tick season ends but if you are going to go go in the ticks are dead. It was hard for me to dock this place a star, but because of the ticks that is why I did so.
ScoutThis was a good site for us as we passed through on a long road trip. The site was level and hookups were well-positioned. The restroom and shower are clean; a good supplement to our camper.
You can get gas across the street and find most anything you need at the attached convenience store. We enjoyed the ice cream and a walk through town.
GuideI’m a tent camper. I stopped here for one night while taking the high line on a road trip. The drive in is hilly and has spectacular views. It is well worth the few extra miles. The camp is clean. It is very family oriented. There were many tent campers. I was in the Washgum Loop on campsite #66 and the interpretive trail and and a nice area to view the lake was right next to my campsite. If you had your own kayak you could definitely drop in from here. The park service personnel were exceptionally, happy, informative and kind. I walked the full Old Oak interpretive trail and the pamphlet that you pick up on the way in to camp was nice to have. There is poison ivy here. There was some on my campsite and some on the interpretive trail.
Campgrounds near Dunseith, North Dakota sit at the edge of the Turtle Mountain plateau, where the flat plains rise suddenly to heavily forested hills with elevations reaching 2,500 feet. This transition zone creates distinct microclimates and diverse camping environments within short distances. Winter temperatures regularly drop below zero while summer months average 75-80°F with cooling evening breezes coming off nearby lakes.
Kayaking on small lakes: Lake Metigoshe State Park offers calm water perfect for beginners and families. "A great place for getting in or on the water. Swimming next to campsites, boat launch site even closer," notes Nikki M. about Lake Metigoshe State Park Campground.
Hiking interpretive trails: Several marked trails with educational elements run through the region. "I walked the full Old Oak interpretive trail and the pamphlet that you pick up on the way in to camp was nice to have," shares Jennie S. about her experience at Lake Metigoshe State Park.
Explore experimental forest: The Denbigh Experimental Forest offers unique tree varieties planted in close proximity for study. "It really has the imagination going and seeing all the different kinds of trees planted in close range was very compelling. Beautifully maintained trails and a small network of unpaved roads," reports Emily S. about her visit to Denbigh Experimental Forest Dispersed.
Wildlife watching: Early mornings and evenings provide opportunities to spot deer, hawks, and waterfowl. "Family of Broad-winged Hawks in campground! Spectacular storm in the night!" writes Janet K. about Strawberry Lake Campgrounds.
Private, wooded sites: Many campgrounds feature mature trees creating natural separation between sites. "Mature aspen and oak trees make up the majority of the grounds and this makes each site feel super isolated and private," explains carrie H. about International Peace Garden.
Concrete camping pads: Several campgrounds offer level concrete pads for easy setup. "Each site has a concrete pad (some tent sites have wooden platforms) so leveling is super easy!" notes carrie H. about International Peace Garden.
Quiet atmosphere: Smaller, less-developed campgrounds provide peaceful surroundings. "Small quiet campground. Just what we were looking for. One other camper," says Janet K. about Strawberry Lake Campgrounds.
Fishing opportunities: Multiple lakes offer fishing access without motorboat traffic. "Great little hideout next to hubbub of Lake Metigoshie. Nice lake to kayak, canoe paddle or fish without worrying about motor boats/noise," writes Erica S. about Strawberry Lake Campgrounds.
Border crossing requirements: When visiting International Peace Garden, bring proper identification. "Remember to bring ID to get back into the US," advises Teresa T.
Seasonal availability: Several campgrounds operate only during summer months. Jan's RV Park runs from April to October while International Peace Garden operates June 1 through September 30.
Tick awareness: Forested areas may have ticks during warm months. "However, to say that we became infested with ticks is damn near an understatement. If ticks bother you I do not recommend coming to this spot," warns Emily S. about Denbigh Experimental Forest.
Poison ivy presence: Watch for poison ivy when camping with pets. "There is poison ivy here. There was some on my campsite and some on the interpretive trail," cautions Jennie S. about her Lake Metigoshe experience.
Fee structure: Some locations have separate entrance and camping fees. "Definitely expensive. 25 to get in and then 25 to camp but full hook ups and nice spots," explains Teresa T. about Pelican Sandy Recreation Area.
Beach access: Look for campgrounds with dedicated swimming areas. "Great sandy beach & nice water!! Activities set up for families/kids each weekend. Nice playground between loops too," says Ason S. about Lake Metigoshe State Park.
Kayak rentals: Avoid bringing your own equipment. "Can't wait to go back and rent a kayak and really explore more!" mentions carrie H. about International Peace Garden.
Geocaching opportunities: Some parks offer this family-friendly treasure hunting activity. "Went fishing, swimming, explored the hiking and bike trails and did some geocaching," shares J S. about their Lake Metigoshe State Park visit.
Playground proximity: Consider site location relative to play areas. "The playground is located next to picnic and bbq areas, all near the water and restrooms close by," notes Nikki M. about Jan's RV Park.
Dog friendly campgrounds near Dunseith: Most campgrounds welcome pets but have specific rules. International Peace Garden provides spacious sites with good separation for pets that need their space.
Utility positions: Check hookup layouts before choosing a site. "The site was level and hookups were well-positioned," explains Sheila T. about Jan's RV Park.
Limited big-rig access: Many forest campgrounds have size restrictions. While International Peace Garden and Lake Metigoshe can accommodate larger RVs, forest roads to Strawberry Lake and other primitive sites may be challenging.
Self-contained recommendation: Some smaller campgrounds have limited facilities. "Rustic and quiet. I was there over memorial day weekend and there were two campers and no traffic," explains Teresa T. about pet-friendly Pelican Sandy Recreation Area.
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