Several RV parks operate near Kenmare, North Dakota with varying amenities and site configurations. Roughrider RV Resort in Minot offers 118 full-hookup sites open year-round, with water, electric, and sewer connections. The park accommodates big rigs with 30/50-amp service on predominantly gravel sites. Bowbells RV Park, located north of Kenmare, provides basic water and electric hookups with a dump station on-site. Old Settlers Park in Burlington features spacious RV sites with electric and water hookups, though no sewer connections at individual sites. "The restrooms and paid showers were clean and new. On site laundry was a plus. Management was super nice," according to one visitor at Roughrider.
Between Kenmare and Minot, RV travelers encounter a mix of privately owned and county-operated facilities with varying levels of amenities. Most parks require reservations during summer months, particularly on weekends. Cell service can be inconsistent throughout the region, with stronger Verizon coverage reported at Roughrider RV Resort (3+ bars). Swenson Valley View RV Park provides full-hookup sites for $50 per night, though nearly half the visible RVs belong to the adjacent dealership. Winter access becomes limited as many facilities close seasonally, with only Roughrider and Swenson Valley View maintaining year-round operations. One camper noted, "We stayed in site 95 with FHUs but found it extremely tight to maneuver our fifth wheel between trees that make this a pull-through."
"This site has both over night camping and long term lots for RV’s. It also has spots for tent camping so if you want a place to camp close to town this is great."
"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 ."
from $20 - $695 / night
"There are 2 full hookup sites and 2 with electric and water only. Suggested donation of 20 dollars at unattended dropbox. 2 nice bathrooms with showers. ."
"Personalized product packaging boxes are a one-of-a-kind way to show off the character and ideals of your brand name."
"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."
"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."
from $30 / night
"Had to 2 play grounds, 4 little docks (1 fishing, for swimming area), Fish cleaning station! A lot of camper slots (also can be used as tent spots) with electrical hook ups."
"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."
"The showers are also pretty nice and the facility is heated. So appreciated."
"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."
ScoutLook for this tiny campground by the town public pool. The lat and long. given are incorrect. There are 2 full hookup sites and 2 with electric and water only. Suggested donation of 20 dollars at unattended dropbox. 2 nice bathrooms with showers. .
ScoutMy husband and I stayed one night on our relocation trip from Alaska. The location was beautiful and peaceful. The campground was very clean. I wish we had been able to stay longer. The $10 fee is certainly reasonable!
GuideVery nice neat and clean campground. Nice showers with hot water. Laundry but didn’t use.
LegendThis is a clean little campground with easy access to US-2. It has free showers but it’s in the only bathroom which is a long walk from the camping sites.
LegendWe stopped and would have happily stayed. There's Electric there's bathrooms not sure if there's a dump station or water. The electric meters are all locked. You can't seem to reserve things online. I called the phone number I found and nobody answered. So we'll keep moving. Also remember it's 10 mi in and into a bay which is a dead end so 10 miles back out. Too bad would have been fun to get to know it.
TravelerEasy access plenty of space. Good Quiet and relaxing
LegendWe 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.
ScoutThere is a small convenience store and bar, basketball courts, boat ramp, fishing docks, and walking paths. Animals welcome on leash
ScoutWe had a magical stay in our tent. The place is well kept and tucked away with beautiful sites next to the river.
The Kenmare, North Dakota region sits in the prairie landscape of Ward County, approximately 50 miles northwest of Minot. Summer temperatures typically range from 70-85°F with cooler evenings around 55°F. While most camping facilities near Kenmare operate seasonally from May through October, several RV parks remain open year-round for travelers and seasonal workers in the area.
River activities: Old Settlers Park in Burlington offers riverside camping with swimming access. "Swimming is allowed at your own risk. I'm giving it five stars mostly for how well kept the bathrooms were... it's a cute and peaceful little park," notes camper Stefanie Z.
Disc golf: The course at Old Settlers Park provides recreational options beyond typical camping. "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," according to a visitor.
Wine tasting: Visit Pointe of View Winery just a few miles from Burlington's camping areas. "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," suggests a reviewer.
Clean facilities: Roughrider RV Resort in Minot maintains well-kept bathroom and shower facilities. "Very nice neat and clean campground. Nice showers with hot water. Laundry but didn't use," reports Scott K.
Spacious sites: Many campers appreciate the room at certain locations. At Old Settlers Park, "Sites are all large. Tent sites are nicest as they are away from road. Tent sites are in separate area from RV sites," according to mary F.
Tent camping options: Swenson Valley View RV Park offers both tent and RV accommodations. While primarily known for RV spaces, the park provides dedicated areas for tent campers seeking overnight stays while traveling through the region.
Train noise: Several campgrounds near Kenmare have nearby railroad tracks. "If you are a light sleeper or are bothered by trains this might not be the place for you," warns one camper about Old Settlers Park.
RV dealer proximity: Swenson Valley View serves dual purposes. "Over 100 sites, but almost half are taken by the RV dealership because they own the park... Only 5 of the RVs shown in the pick are guests, the rest are part of the dealership," explains George K.
Site accessibility: Not all RV parks Kenmare visitors encounter are equally accessible. "This site has both overnight camping and long term lots for RVs... it is set up for more long term stay and if your looking for a great outdoor experience I would go more out of town," advises Ashley B. about Roughrider Campground.
Playgrounds available: Families enjoy the recreational facilities at county-operated parks. Old Settlers Park features "a playground, 'beach', a couple cute bridges, a big grassy field for stargazing or throwing the ball around," perfect for children of various ages.
Kid-friendly atmosphere: Some RV parks welcome families better than others. "Great service, full hook ups, and kids/pet friendly. If you're camping in the area it is the best place BY FAR!!!" notes Russell R. about Roughrider RV Resort.
Budget options: Burlington's Old Settlers Park offers affordable rates. "I love county and city parks. They are always such a great value. This one does not disappoint," shares mary F. about the park's pricing structure compared to private campgrounds.
Site selection: Choose your camping spot wisely at larger facilities. "We followed our GPS to the campground. There were no signs for this CG off of US-2/US-52 at the turn... 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," advises MickandKarla W.
Hookup considerations: Full-service sites vary in quality. "No problem getting our 37 ft 5er in the park... Water spigot just past the white building. 30/50 service," notes a camper at Old Settlers Park, highlighting the need to verify exact hookup locations before setup.
Navigation tips: RV parks near Kenmare can be tricky to locate. "Oh do not turn in the first park gate! Go on passed it to the faded sign and turn left to the park," recommends Always C. about finding the correct entrance at Old Settlers County Park.
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