Best RV Parks & Resorts near Minot, ND

Roughrider RV Resort offers 118 full hookup sites within city limits of Minot, accommodating big rig RVs with both 30- and 50-amp electrical service. Concrete pads vary in size and levelness throughout the park, with some pull-through sites requiring careful navigation between trees. Swenson Valley View RV Park provides year-round access with full hookup sites, including 50-amp service for larger motorhomes, though several spots are occupied by inventory from the adjacent RV dealership. Old Settlers Park, located in Burlington just northwest of Minot, features electric and water hookups for RVs with no sewer connections at individual sites. One camper shared that "sites are concrete pads, but far from level. Site 1's water is not working, so we had to piggyback off site 2 with our own splitter."

For RVers planning multi-day stays, most parks near Minot require reservations during summer months. While Roughrider RV Resort maintains laundry facilities and clean shower buildings, Surrey RV Park offers more limited amenities with primarily electric-only sites during winter months when water is shut off. A recent review noted, "We stayed here for one night in October. They had already turned off the water for the winter so there was only electric available." Dump stations are available at several locations including Roughrider and Swenson Valley View, though some parks like Old Settlers lack on-site sanitary dump facilities. Cell service on Verizon reaches 3+ bars at most parks within the Minot area. Most RV parks welcome pets, though specific restrictions apply at certain locations, particularly regarding off-leash areas and breed limitations.

Best RV Sites Near Minot, North Dakota (28)

    1. Roughrider RV Resort

    9 Reviews
    Minot, ND
    5 miles
    Website
    +1 (701) 852-8442

    $20 - $695 / night

    "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 ."

    "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."

    2. Surrey RV Park

    1 Review
    Minot, ND
    7 miles
    Website
    +1 (701) 852-4154

    $10 - $25 / night

    "They had already turned off the water for the winter so there was only electric available. I think there was eight or nine spaces with four that were pull through."

    3. Swenson Valley View RV Park

    2 Reviews
    Minot, ND
    2 miles
    Website
    +1 (701) 818-5239

    "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."

    4. Old Settlers Park

    6 Reviews
    Minot, ND
    8 miles
    Website
    +1 (701) 838-2810

    "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."

    6. Max City RV Park

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    Garrison, ND
    29 miles
    Website
    +1 (701) 679-2848

    7. Lake Sakakawea State Park Campground

    13 Reviews
    Garrison, ND
    50 miles
    Website

    "A boat marina, a swimming beach, tent-only sites, primitive grounds, water and electrical sites, hiking trails, playgrounds, clean shower facilities and flushing toilets!"

    "Elbow woods, sanish, and van hook loops all have 30/50 amp and water for campers, there is also a primitive loop. Elbow woods is more spaced out and has great views of the lake."

    9. Minot AFB FamCamp

    2 Reviews
    Minot, ND
    14 miles
    Website
    +1 (701) 723-3648

    10. Fort Stevenson State Park Campground

    5 Reviews
    Garrison, ND
    45 miles
    Website

    "This is a very well kept campground with clean bathrooms and showers, well maintained tent, camper, and RV sites, and excellent mountain biking and hiking trails."

    "Surround all the way around by Lake Sakakawea it makes a great spot for boating, fishing, and also has a sand beach spot for a day of play in the water."

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RV Park Reviews near Minot, ND

59 Reviews of 28 Minot Campgrounds


  • Joe D.
    Nov. 5, 2020

    Roughrider RV Resort

    Enjoyed our stay

    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 . Let us have a late checkout and even brought a few pieces of firewood for free the day before . Conveniently located just minutes from Minot but still quiet .

  • A
    Aug. 5, 2020

    Roughrider RV Resort

    Very friendly owners

    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. The only downfall I would say, is that 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 but if you are here visiting family for a week or more this is perfect.

  • Lisa M.The Dyrt PRO User
    Oct. 4, 2024

    Surrey RV Park

    Small but clean

    We stayed here for one night in October. They had already turned off the water for the winter so there was only electric available. I think there was eight or nine spaces with four that were pull through. There also looked to be a dump station, but we didn’t use it. Nice hiking trail behind the local cemetery. Reason I didn’t give it five stars is because there was quite a bit of road traffic and train noise. We paid $25 for the night and you can either leave cash or a check in the dropbox or I believe you can also go to the City Hall during the week.

  • TThe Dyrt PRO User
    Sep. 20, 2025

    Towner City Park

    Perfect quiet overnight spot

    Stopped here on a whim as I was traveling through on my way to Glacier NP. As I pulled in, a farmers market was being set up in a pavilion at the park. Bought some yummy sourdough bread and jam! Sites are pretty informal with 4 electric hook ups. They look to be both 30 and 50 amp. Grass and mostly level, I was able to back in and hook up easy. They ask for a donation in a box posted in the camping area, otherwise free of charge. Very nicely kept park with sand volleyball court, tennis court and playground area. Lots of space for tents. One other camper here on a Friday night.Bonus was the dump station on the road side into the park! Definitely on my favorite list!

  • MickandKarla W.The Dyrt PRO User
    Sep. 1, 2024

    Roughrider RV Resort

    Roughride Describes Our Experience

    We 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.

  • Daniel S.
    Oct. 14, 2017

    Butte City Park

    Wow was it cold...and snowy

    So we decided to do some camping in North Dakota the last week of november into decmeber. It was cold and we got caught in a snow storm. We survived it was ridiculous and hard core if i do say so myself. We did have a fishing tent with a wood stove..Because it was winter there were no amenities. But in the summer it would be a pretty sweet campground. But in the winter there was no one here and we got set up for the cold. I love camping in the winter but this was pushing our luck a little bit

    Cheers!

  • R
    Jul. 25, 2020

    Roughrider RV Resort

    Great service, full hook ups, and kids/pet friendly. If you’re camping in the area it is the best place BY FAR!!!

    Great service, full hook ups, and kids/pet friendly. If you’re camping in the area it is the best place BY FAR!!!

  • Chris L.
    Jun. 12, 2022

    Minot AFB FamCamp

    Very Cheap

    Extremely affordable sites, with water and electric. Dump available. Only 6 sites total. Sites are concrete pads, but far from level. Site 1’s water is not working, so we had to piggyback off or site 2 with our own splitter.

    The park is relatively quite, but is used some early mornings for Unit PT and during the day for other unit and small group activities.

  • G
    Sep. 18, 2020

    Roughrider RV Resort

    Campground /RV Park

    Out of the two major RV Parks in the area I would consider this to be the best. All the normal amenities except a pool. The front section feels like a true campground with the exception of the sites are a little close and the rear corner is set up like a gravel rv parking lot and priced accordingly. For long term expect to pay rent plus electricity along with a $100 deposit. Also a $100 difference between the front sites with trees and a gravel parking lot in the back. The staff is very friendly and will help out with any problem neighbors. I think the only negative I have is they are a little pricey, but then again the whole area seemed pricey when it comes to campgrounds.


Guide to Minot

Camping areas near Minot, North Dakota sit at approximately 1,600 feet elevation in the Souris River Valley. The region experiences cold winters with average lows around 0°F and warm summers with highs in the 80s. Several RV parks remain open year-round, though water systems at many campgrounds shut down during winter months, limiting full hookup availability from approximately November through April.

What to do

Hiking and outdoor recreation: Old Settlers Park features a disc golf course and river access. "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, and of course you're right on the river which is cool. Swimming is allowed at your own risk," notes Stefanie Z. about Old Settlers Park.

Fishing opportunities: Lake Sakakawea offers excellent fishing conditions with marina access. "There is a marina with a fish cleaning station and a store," explains Pam K. about Lake Sakakawea State Park Campground. The park also features multiple swimming beaches and boat rentals.

Local attractions: Visit the North Dakota fish hatchery near Garrison Dam. "National fish hatchery nearby, along with the Garrison dam. Breath taking views from the Elbowwoods loop!" shares Jacey B. about Lake Sakakawea State Park. For wine enthusiasts, Old Settlers Park offers nearby options: "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."

What campers like

Clean facilities: Many campgrounds maintain well-kept bathrooms despite seasonal limitations. "The bathroom and showers and the laundry room were absolutely spotlessly clean and roomy," reports James and Susan K. about Swenson Valley View RV Park. Similarly, at Old Settlers Park: "I have to mention the bathrooms are replenished and cleaned daily and fully stocked with CHARMIN ULTRA toilet paper which is an absolute luxury at a simple campground."

Spacious sites: RV campgrounds in Minot, North Dakota offer varying site dimensions. "All sites are large. Tent sites are nicest as they are away from road. Tent sites are in separate area from rv sites," explains mary F. about Old Settlers Park. For those seeking riverside camping, "Primitive campsites are very spacious and most having sections of shade during the entire day," according to Patti E. at Lake Sakakawea.

Year-round options: Several RV parks remain operational through winter. "I think there were eight or nine spaces with four that were pull through," notes Lisa M. about Surrey RV Park. For tent campers, Roughrider RV Resort provides affordable non-electric options even in colder months: "It is the nicest campsite we have been to in a while, $15/night for primitive tent camping and pets allowed on leashes."

What you should know

Winter camping limitations: Water systems shut down at most parks during colder months. "We stayed here for one night in October. They had already turned off the water for the winter so there was only electric available," explains Lisa M. about Surrey RV Park. Similarly at Lake Sakakawea: "We arrived in 1 October and they had shut off the water so the bathrooms and showers were not functioning."

Noise considerations: Train tracks and highways create ambient noise at several campgrounds. "Reason I didn't give it five stars is because there was quite a bit of road traffic and train noise," reports Lisa M. about Surrey RV Park. At Old Settlers Park, "there are heavily trafficked train tracks a couple hundred yards away from the campground so if you are a light sleeper or are bothered by trains this might not be the place for you."

Site leveling issues: Concrete pads at many RV parks require adjustment equipment. "Sites are concrete pads, but far from level. Site 1's water is not working, so we had to piggyback off site 2 with our own splitter," shares Chris L. about Minot AFB FamCamp. Swenson Valley View offers "FHU and septic. The short term sites were 60' and more."

Tips for camping with families

Playground access: Several parks feature play areas for children. "There is a fun playground for the kids and an amazing hiking trail around the entire state park," recommends Ashley B. about Fort Stevenson State Park Campground. The park also offers "multiple swimming beaches on property, playgrounds, an ice cream and general store, and boat rentals available."

Educational opportunities: Explore local historical sites with school-age children. "While you're there check out Fort Stevenson and read the history of the area," suggests Ashley B. The park offers "a very well kept campground with clean bathrooms and showers, well maintained tent, camper, and RV sites, and excellent mountain biking and hiking trails."

Kid-friendly hiking: Look for shorter trails suitable for families. "There are few great hikes that are kid friendly. There is a swimming beach (quite rocky, but large)," notes Emily R. about Fort Stevenson State Park. For families with varied ages, "Great hiking trail around the shoreline Trail, and also apparently north country Trail," that provides options for different ability levels.

Tips from RVers

Long-term vs. short-term areas: Some RV parks have designated sections for different stay durations. "The front section feels like a true campground with the exception of the sites are a little close and the rear corner is set up like a gravel rv parking lot and priced accordingly," explains George K. about Roughrider RV Resort. "For long term expect to pay rent plus electricity along with a $100 deposit."

Navigating tight spaces: RV sites at some parks require careful maneuvering. "Not your typical KOA with a pool and big playground. Which I was looking for anyways while working here in the Minot area," notes George K. about Swenson Valley View RV Park. "Over 100 sites, but almost half are taken by the RV dealership because they own the park."

Hook-up access: RV campgrounds in Minot often share utility connections between sites. "In the row we were in, you are definitely stacked in there and you are door to door with another rig," explains MickandKarla W. about Roughrider RV Resort. For better spacing, "try to avoid row 90-96 as they are very tight, you share utilities, and you are door to door with your neighbor."

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