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Fort Abraham Lincoln State Park Campground features paved RV sites with electric hookups, water connections, and a sanitary dump station. The park, open year-round, accommodates larger rigs with spacious pull-through sites arranged under shade trees. "Sites are really not very private but at least they are under the trees out of the sun and wind," noted one visitor. A Prairie Breeze RV Park in Menoken provides full hookup sites with 50-amp service, though the layout can be tight for larger vehicles as hookup poles are shared between sites. Bismarck KOA, located on Centennial Road, offers big-rig friendly sites with 50-amp electrical service, water, and sewer connections.
Several RV parks near Mandan require separate entrance fees in addition to camping fees. Most parks maintain clean shower facilities and dump stations, with prices ranging from $17 for primitive sites to $25 for full-hookup locations. Self-check-in is common at smaller facilities like A Prairie Breeze, where payment is accepted by cash or check. According to visitor feedback, cellular service remains reliable throughout the region. Reservations are recommended during summer months, particularly at Fort Abraham Lincoln State Park where weekends fill quickly. Pet policies vary by location, with most parks allowing dogs but enforcing leash rules and cleanup requirements.
"We are on a two month long cross country road trip this summer, towing a 30ft travel trailer."
"The sites are laid out so the poles are shared in the middle, which makes for a bit of a tight fit for big rigs. No one on either side during our stay (with no slide outs), so had plenty of room."
"It is close to the road so I'm assuming you get road noise and I'm also assuming that during the summer of the park can be heavily used."
"Our electrical and water hookups were close. Dump station was easy. We were right next to comfort station which was well maintained. Kid Park was new and close to our site."
"We then proceeded to back-in site 71 with water and electric(50/30/20 AMP). The back-in was easy and the site was plenty long enough for our 39’ 5th wheel and F450."
from $15 - $85 / night
Check Availability"Clean, close to major roads. Easy to find. Easy to book online. Most of the sites are pull throughs in trees. It appeared that big rig spots were mostly back in."
"Check-in was quick and easy, and we proceeded to pull through site 11 right past the check-in office, store, showers, and laundry facility."
"All sites have electrical and the two dump stations are easy to pull into and use. There are many hiking trails here and they are kept mowed and in great condition."
"Clean, friendly staff, private, walking paths are amazing and beautiful"
"This Area was great in the shade! Had 1 to 2 bars of service with ATandT… I was able to FaceTime! Woke up to it being nice and shady! Seriously a plus for me! I hate waking up hot!"
"The campground area is a nice facility in general, but I stayed in the tent area. It cost me $12 for a single night and you can park and pitch your tent anywhere within the area."
"Campground does have electric hookup with a few primitive sites. If you are looking for shade you wont find it here but the people and water make it worth it."
"Great playground that the kids loved! The swimming beach was awesome - sand & great water & view."
from $10 - $20 / night
Check Availability"There are a lot more trails then show on the map so happy exploring. While you are right next to the river, can't really see it from most of the RV campsites."
from $30 - $150 / night
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LegendCampground is 25 miles from Mandan. The campground has 2 vault toilets, 10 electric sites, potable water, dumping, and picnic sites. Nearby trail heads, water access and boat ramps, fish cleaning station and historic sites. Pull through sites are reserved for 30+ day camping. Very little shade but close to water.
TravelerWe needed a site for a night in the middle of a trip. This was it. Typical KOA. Clean, close to major roads. Easy to find. Easy to book online. Most of the sites are pull throughs in trees. It appeared that big rig spots were mostly back in. The bathrooms, which we utilize frequently since we are in a 15 foot Aliner, were well lit, clean, and the showers were hot!
LegendThis review is from an overnight versus destination point of view. However, this could easily be a destination park if you want to stay in the area and check out Bismarck. The campground (CG) is about a mile off I-94 and easy to find. Check-in was quick and easy, and we proceeded to pull through site 11 right past the check-in office, store, showers, and laundry facility. The gravel site was pretty level, with utilities placed mid-pad. As our next stop was dry camping, I asked for propane, which they gladly picked up our tanks, had them filled, and returned to our site. There’s no cable TV, but we did receive OTA channels, plus we had a good shot to the north sky for our Starlink. There are a lot of mature trees here, so that satellite could be iffy depending on the site. WiFi speed wasn’t very good, but we didn’t need to use it. We got 4 bars on Verizon. The water pressure was good. They have a nice fenced dog area. This is one of the nicer KOAs we’ve stayed in, with a very nice tent area. We enjoyed our overnight stay.
GuideWe are on a two month long cross country road trip this summer, towing a 30ft travel trailer. We needed a place with full hook-ups as we'd been boondocking for several days and this place was perfect. Reservations were taken care of with one call, but none are needed as they also offer 24 hour first-come, first-serve spots, too. There are tent camping, no-hookup and just electric/water hookup options also available and all sites are pull through. This is a simple place but right off I-94 and very easy to access.
TravelerThis is an interesting tiny campground run by the city of Bismarck. In a a Friday in July, we are one of four campers here. There a few 50 amp sites and several posts with 20 amp. Some 20amp are next to a traditional back in site. Others are in a grassy field and can be shared. That is what we chose. The 20 amp runs what we need. None of the sores have water or sewer and there is no dump station. However, there is a spigot with water. We filled our fresh tank before arriving. There are picnic tables and fire rings scattered throughout. It seems you could park out pitch a tent any where. There are 2 well maintained portolets and a dumpster. The location is right on the Missouri River and close to a state historic site. We originally booked 2 nights then decided to stay longer. For $12 per night, what is not to love!!
TravelerThis was our maiden voyage in our first camper! South loop Campsite 36 was easy to park. Our electrical and water hookups were close. Dump station was easy. We were right next to comfort station which was well maintained. Kid Park was new and close to our site. There was lots of bike and walking trails. Since you are a state park expect fees but I think it helped keep the park quiet. It is right along the river and in walking distance to the forts, museum, historic Indian village, train ride and trails. Great for families of all ages!
LegendThis state park and the corresponding campground(CG) were easy to find off I 94 and then through Mandan. You check in at the gate where along with your camping fees, you still have to purchase an ND state-park vehicle pass for$7 a day or$35 a year. We then proceeded to back-in site 71 with water and electric(50/30/20 AMP). The back-in was easy and the site was plenty long enough for our 39’ 5th wheel and F450. We received an electrical error from our Watch Dog surge protector and went back to the gate and reported the issue. A ranger showed up about 5 minutes later and swapped the 50 AMP breaker so all was good. We shared a water post with our neighbor and had great water pressure of 60+ so used a reducer. We got quite a few OTA channels and could have used our satellite. We also got 2 bars each on Verizon and T-Mobile. Site 71 had a nice-sized front yard. The rangers regularly patrol the CG and there’s firewood plus ice for sale near the camp host site. There are plenty of trails to explore either by walking or biking. In addition, the state park has a lot of Custer-era calvary history. Be sure to check out the park’s visitor center then visit the Slant Indian Village that’s adjacent to the visitor center. Be careful when selecting a pull-through site, as most, if not all of them, are actually set up as two sites. So, if you were to arrive after your neighbor, you will actually be backing into your site. We enjoyed our 3-day stay and would not hesitate to come back.
LegendWhat a great park for families! That was my first thought. It just looks like a great place for kids to play. There's a playground, wide open spaces, easy trails, a river, and remnants of the fort and an Indian village. There's a paved bike path that you can take from the campground all the way to Bismarck (10+ miles). Or you can ride over to the cavalry and infantry areas of the fort and to the Indian village.
There is a separate $7/day entrance fee in addition to the camping fee. We chose a primitive site (no water, no electric) because those sites are along the river, and the fee was $17. Sites with electricity and water are $25. There are also a couple tipis for $35 and two cabins for $60. There is a clean shower facility plus other restrooms. Each site has a picnic table and fire ring, and there's a dump station. We have camped at so many Forest Service sites that all these amenities make it feel like glamping!
My only complaint is that there is no path from the primitive sites to a restroom other than the road. It would have been nice if there were a few paths between sites. No one wants to take a long route to a restroom in the middle of the night. And cutting through an occupied site is poor camping etiquette.
GuideThis Area was great in the shade! Had 1 to 2 bars of service with ATandT… I was able to FaceTime! Woke up to it being nice and shady! Seriously a plus for me! I hate waking up hot! Water, trash cans, and bathrooms are close and within walking distance! Outhouse by tents. Showers and flushable toilets were a bit more of a trek, but still within walking distance just down the path! Had a picnic table and fire pit ready to go! Great for a stroll! This Place is amazing for a campground!
Camping options near Mandan, North Dakota range from state parks with historical attractions to private rv parks with modern amenities. Located in the Missouri River Valley at approximately 1,647 feet elevation, the area experiences warm summers and cold winters with most campgrounds operating seasonally. Winter camping is limited to Fort Abraham Lincoln State Park, which remains accessible year-round despite North Dakota's average January temperature of 10°F.
Historic exploration: Visit Cross Ranch State Park Campground for hiking along the Missouri River where Lewis and Clark traveled. "A scenic walk along the River where Lewis and Clark traveled. Cool stuff. Up the road was an extremely interesting National Historic Site we visited," notes one visitor who found the campground despite it being crowded.
Water recreation: Enjoy paddling opportunities on the Missouri River. "We rented a canoe and 2 kayaks and were transported to Washburn and floated/paddled our way to Sanger boat launch. (Approx 9 miles) It took us about 3 hours and it was so beautiful!" reports a family who visited Cross Ranch State Park.
Disc golf: Play a round at General Sibley Park, which offers an on-site course. "Day use areas available with shelters and playgrounds. Disc golf course," mentions one camper who called this park a "Hidden Gem."
River proximity: Campsites along the Missouri River provide water access and views. At Graner Park, "This campground is nice if you can get one of the few electric sites on the water. They have a water fill station and the playground is located in the middle of the loop."
Reasonable pricing: Many campgrounds offer affordable rates. General Sibley Park impresses budget-conscious campers: "For a tent site, it was $12 cash in the drop box because I got there after hours." Another visitor confirmed, "The tent camping loop is a road through a large field with some picnic tables and trees. You can pull off and pitch your tent anywhere you like."
Swimming opportunities: Some campgrounds permit water access for cooling off. At Cross Ranch State Park Campground, one visitor appreciated the "Clean water access to the river for swimming, dogs, fishing. Good sized sights, well sheltered by trees."
Reservation requirements: Summer weekends fill quickly at popular parks. Bismarck KOA provides reliable availability with "Clean park. Quiet and off the highway. Clean water and power," making it suitable for overnight stays.
Tent camping areas: Layouts vary significantly between parks. General Sibley Park features "a large green grassy area with tables here and there with nice tall trees. There's a gross pit toilet on the tent side, or if you walk on a pathway just a little bit you'll make it to the nicer bathroom on the RV side that has showers and flush toilets."
Seasonal considerations: Most campgrounds operate April through October. At Fort Abraham Lincoln State Park Campground, "We came in on a Saturday and it was packed...spots a little close together for my liking, but it was quiet overall. Lots of family enjoying family time with their kids. Once Sunday afternoon hit, everyone cleared out getting ready for the workweek."
Playground access: Select sites near recreational facilities. At Graner Park, "the playground is located in the middle of the loop so it's easily accessible to every site on the north loop."
Ranger programs: Participate in educational activities at Raleigh Reservoir, a free campground with basic amenities. "This is actually a campground with vault toilets, picnic tables, and trash receptacles. There is a beautiful lake (no swimming)."
Historical learning: Fort Abraham Lincoln State Park Campground provides educational opportunities. "What a great park for families! That was my first thought. It just looks like a great place for kids to play. There's a playground, wide open spaces, easy trails, a river, and remnants of the fort and an Indian village."
Site spacing: Most rv parks Mandan, North Dakota and surrounding areas feature varying levels of privacy. At A Prairie Breeze RV Park, "The sites are laid out so the poles are shared in the middle, which makes for a bit of a tight fit for big rigs. No one on either side during our stay (with no slide outs), so had plenty of room."
Utility considerations: Check hookup locations and types before arrival. Bismarck KOA provides reliable amenities: "Clean park. Quiet and off the highway. Clean water and power. T-mobile has good signal."
Self-check-in procedures: Many rv parks near Mandan use self-service systems. At A Prairie Breeze RV Park, expect "self-checkin with cash or check, which was fine. I think the trailer at the end on one corner is the host, but I never needed him, so I didn't ask."
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