Best Dog-Friendly Camping near Grafton, ND

Leistikow City Park's large dog park stands out among pet-friendly camping options in the Grafton area, making it a popular choice for travelers with canine companions. The park features full hookups for RVs and tent sites, with water, electric, and sewer connections available. While the hookups can be challenging, as they are shared between sites and sometimes positioned awkwardly for standard RV connections, the convenience of camping with pets in a city park setting offsets these drawbacks. Nearby Icelandic State Park Campground also welcomes pets with spacious, shaded campsites suitable for tents, RVs, and pet-friendly cabins. Both locations enforce standard leash regulations to ensure pet and camper safety. The bathrooms and showers at these facilities remain consistently clean, with campground hosts regularly maintaining the grounds for all guests. Some sites at Icelandic lack privacy despite the abundance of trees perfect for hammocks.

Hiking trails at Icelandic State Park provide excellent exercise opportunities for dogs, with paved paths extending from the campground to nearby Cavalier and the adjacent golf course. The designated dog park at Leistikow offers a secure area for off-leash play and socialization. Campers at Schumacher Park and Drayton Campground also find pet-friendly accommodations, though these locations appear more utilized by workers and professionals than recreational campers. Water access is available at multiple campgrounds, with Icelandic State Park featuring a swimming beach and boat launch where pets can cool off during summer months. Seasonal considerations are important, as most campgrounds operate from May through October, though Icelandic remains open year-round. The surrounding area offers hiking in the Pembina Gorge and various historical sites worth exploring with leashed pets. Wildlife encounters are possible, so keeping dogs secured is essential for their safety and the protection of local fauna.

Best Dog-Friendly Sites Near Grafton, North Dakota (25)

    1. Leistikow City Park

    2 Reviews
    Grafton, ND
    1 mile
    Website
    +1 (701) 352-1842

    "Nice that it's a quick walk to playground, trails (and the pumpkin patch/corn maze in the fall!) FHU, but very tight sites. Clean campground, nice people running it."

    2. Schumacher Park

    1 Review
    Grafton, ND
    14 miles
    Website
    +1 (701) 454-3830

    3. Icelandic State Park Campground

    16 Reviews
    Cavalier, ND
    29 miles
    Website
    +1 (701) 265-4561

    $17 - $25 / night

    "This is a small quiet state park in northeast North Dakota that offers a nature preserve with rare plants and birds in a cool bur oak-basswood  stand with spring fed fens around it."

    "This campground has a lot of shady spots, a nice dog park and access to great hiking trails. The museum across the highway is also worth a visit. During the week everything was pretty quiet."

    4. Drayton Campground

    1 Review
    Grafton, ND
    15 miles
    +1 (888) 791-6738

    $20 - $25 / night

    5. Turtle River State Park Campground

    20 Reviews
    Larimore, ND
    33 miles
    Website
    +1 (701) 594-4445

    "looking to get away from the flat land of North Dakota? This park is where to be. Lots of great trails with some awesome views."

    "Plenty of bathrooms Septic is drive through may be tricky to get in with large trailer. Gas stations are about 5 miles east of park. With Subway and Dairy Queen."

    6. Red River State Recreation Area

    19 Reviews
    Grand Forks, ND
    38 miles
    Website
    +1 (218) 773-4950

    "Also it's right on the River trails so if you're a biker it's fun to do the loop that goes from both the North Dakota and the Minnesota side."

    "After going through the Avenue of Flags and near the Blue Moose Bar& Grill there’s RV parking in front of the little check-in cabin."

    7. Love's RV Hookup-Drayton ND 843

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    Grafton, ND
    15 miles
    Website
    +1 (701) 454-3070

    $29 / night

    8. Grand Forks FamCamp

    3 Reviews
    Larimore, ND
    31 miles
    Website
    +1 (701) 747-3688

    $16 - $20 / night

    "The FamCamp is located on the Grand Forks AFB, and sits in what used to be family housing. Some of the connections are difficult, and a bit odd. But, the FamCamp offers some shade and full hookups."

    9. Lake Bronson State Park Campground

    13 Reviews
    Foldahl, MN
    42 miles
    Website
    +1 (218) 754-2200

    "Camped at Lake Bronson the first weekend of June at site 47 beside the lake. "

    "Stayed on the lake side of the park. Very many campsites. Stayed in site 8, which had an electric option. Was tucked in the corner so the wind out of the west wasn’t much of an issue."

    10. Old Mill State Park Campground

    9 Reviews
    Foldahl, MN
    38 miles
    Website
    +1 (218) 437-8174

    "Nice little campground with a shower and toilet very clean quick walk to a great lake to swim and enjoy not crowded nice people."

    "Many trails to walk on and there’s a beach area for those who like to swim. Campsites are nicely spread out and everyone is friendly."

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Dog-Friendly Camping Reviews near Grafton, ND

114 Reviews of 25 Grafton Campgrounds


  • Janet R.The Dyrt PRO User
    Jul. 3, 2020

    Icelandic State Park Campground

    Quiet nature and hisotry on the prairie

    This is a small quiet state park in northeast North Dakota that offers a nature preserve with rare plants and birds in a cool bur oak-basswood  stand with spring fed fens around it. A nature trail with little footbridges carries you through. There is also a native prairie restoration, and historic exhibits about the different cultural groups who made their homes here from prehistoric times to today.  A nice little oasis! The campground is set on a pleasant little reservoir, as we are tent campers we loved that the tent area was in the so called "primitive" area  with only tents, with sites all along the shore and close to the nature preserve. It was a weeknight, and no one else was there so it was very peaceful! Fo folks who have campers or rvs, there are three well set up loops with hookups and all the amenities. We also appreciated that they have a dog park on site! I havent seen that in a state park before. The staff was really friendly and helpful. Due to covid restrictions there are more rules to follow and limited programming etc, but you can still swimm and fish and boat on your own. The only drawback is that you can hear road noise from trucks on the highway nearby which is noticeable at night.

  • Whistle P.
    Aug. 29, 2022

    Icelandic State Park Campground

    This place has really clean bathrooms.

    This campground has a lot of shady spots, a nice dog park and access to great hiking trails. The museum across the highway is also worth a visit. During the week everything was pretty quiet. They clean the bathrooms like three times a day.

    I did not see a dog off leash unless at the dog park.

    They don’t seem to have enough staff though. If you want to rent a kayak or if the rental bikes aren’t working, there isn’t anyone to help. The kayaks were all just sitting on the beach however, so you could help yourself.

  • Spencer F.
    Aug. 5, 2017

    Turtle River State Park Campground

    Turtle River

    looking to get away from the flat land of North Dakota? This park is where to be. Lots of great trails with some awesome views.

  • Chris A.
    Oct. 11, 2020

    Turtle River State Park Campground

    October 2020

    I needed to scout what Turtle River looked like before I pull my travel trailer there in Spring. Here is what I found.

    Nice flat pull through campgrounds. Easy electrical outlets with breakers. Water outlets are off for winter. Plenty of bathrooms Septic is drive through may be tricky to get in with large trailer. Gas stations are about 5 miles east of park. With Subway and Dairy Queen. Lots of big trees, cleared enough for campers, but watch for widow makers. Nice and playful dog park. Cabins are basic and look warn. Park Manager going to fix up next year. As all state parks, under staffed. 2020 was record high for campers in park. Beautiful however the lake in entrance will not be seen in campgrounds. Nice flat spaces for tent camping. Very clean. Well groomed. Fire pits BBQs everywhere. Plenty of places to explore. Lots of trails. Friendly staff. Dogs aloud in park as long as on lease except in the dog park of course. Lots of wildlife during certain times of year. No dangerous wildlife or reptiles. Fishing aloud certain time of year. No hunting = good Firewood at main entrance. No snack machines seen?

    Very nice place all in all to visit for a week or weekend.

  • B
    Sep. 29, 2024

    Leistikow City Park

    Park is beautiful but utility hookups are horrendous!

    Good: green, lots of trees, big dog park, adjacent city park and trail, cute town. Bad: hook-ups are awful—they are behind your RV spot, shared with the RV behind you; shared power pedestals so only one gets 50amp, whoever gets there first; the 20amp breaker was useless; sewer connections are 90° angle and 1/2” off ground so almost impossible to use sewer elbow and they have sewer flies; water is a pex tube coming out of the ground, shared, and had a unremovable fitting that did not allow me to connect my pressure regulator. Some sites have utilities on the COMPLETE OPPOSITE side of standard RV connections requiring two additional sewer hoses and extra power cord. Ridiculous.

  • CThe Dyrt PRO User
    Sep. 12, 2021

    Turtle River State Park Campground

    Unique spot

    Campground was set up a little funny but not hard to locate site once driving around about 3 minutes. Pretty wooded area in hell hole North Dakota. Will never be back here but did enjoy my stay at the hidden gem in a very very boring state.

  • Teresa T.The Dyrt PRO User
    Apr. 20, 2024

    Larimore Dam Recreation Area Campground Grand Forks County

    It is very cute

    I can't imagine camping here. I'm here before the campground is open and there's a striking amount of annual campers here. Most of the campers sit in the sun which I think would be hot in the summer. The park is cute The arboretum is nice there's some nice walks but overall I can't imagine sitting in the sun during the summer in North Dakota with high humidity and finding that pleasant. I did stay in the campground at the state park that has lots of shade I would recommend somebody stay there but come here if they want to go to the beach which is quite nice.

  • Teresa T.The Dyrt PRO User
    May. 20, 2024

    Red River State Recreation Area

    City camping at ita best

    Not going to say anything that everybody else hasn't said in the reviews but I thought it was charming there's space between the campers and well there's no privacy there tends not to be in city campgrounds. Also it's right on the River trails so if you're a biker it's fun to do the loop that goes from both the North Dakota and the Minnesota side. The bike trails also connect you to the larger city and there's several other very charming parks and downtown neighborhoods or downtown houses to see. The walk-in sites near the river are quite nice I wouldn't come here if you wanted to be in a quiet state park but that's not the intent of the park and it's a good use of the green space. I'm fully self-contained so I didn't use the bathrooms I've heard their little bit older but there's water there's sewer there's electric sites their sites with electric only and then their sites for just camping also group sites.

  • Janet R.The Dyrt PRO User
    Aug. 2, 2020

    Turtle River State Park Campground

    Event weekends can be crowded

    This would be an interesting park for birders, and as some other reviewers have said it is like an oasis in the prairie, a forested enclave. The interpretive staff at the visitors center are enthusiastic, the river is good for fishing, and there are a lot of trails. It is a good get-away for folks who live in the Grand Forks area. Unfortunately, we were there on an event weekend—“Halloween in July” which meant the campsites were jam packed for the weekend with people eager to be costumed ghouls and do various tricks and treats. RVs were jam packed in, as were the tent sites, and even the hike-in campsites seemed crowded. It was also very buggy which is probably to be expected in a lowland with wetlands. One great appeal was a really great dog park! One if the nicest I’ve seen, and surprising that there would be one in a state park. For fans of winter recreation, this is apparently a hotspot for skiing and snowshoeing, and I can see coming back for that. But probably not for camping in the summer, possibly in the fall when less buggy and less crowded


Guide to Grafton

Discover the best spots for pets-allowed camping near Grafton, North Dakota, where you and your furry friends can enjoy the great outdoors together.

Dog-friendly activities while camping near Grafton

  • At Leistikow City Park, you’ll find a spacious dog park and plenty of trails for walks.
  • Schumacher Park offers a shaded environment with lots of trees, perfect for leisurely strolls with your pet.
  • Enjoy the scenic views and wildlife at Turtle River State Park Campground, where hiking trails are abundant for you and your dog to explore.

Pet-friendly campgrounds include great amenities

  • Drayton Campground features full hookups and is well-shaded, making it a comfortable spot for you and your pet.
  • At Grand Forks FamCamp, you can enjoy full hookups and a peaceful atmosphere, ideal for relaxing with your furry companion.
  • Larimore Dam Recreation Area Campground provides a lovely setting with picnic tables and access to nature, perfect for a day out with your pet.

Pet owners appreciate the welcoming environment

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According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular dog-friendly campground near Grafton, ND is Leistikow City Park with a 3.5-star rating from 2 reviews.

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