RV Camping near New Town, ND

The New Town area features RV campgrounds positioned along Lake Sakakawea, a 178-mile long reservoir created by Garrison Dam on the Missouri River. Summer camping temperatures typically range from 65-85°F with occasional thunderstorms, while spring and fall bring significant temperature fluctuations. Seasonal closures affect most facilities between mid-October and mid-April.

What to do

Boating access: Lewis & Clark State Park provides two boat launch lanes accommodating even novice boaters. "We always drop in our boat here. There are 2 good size lanes so a horrible backup person like myself has no problem!" notes a visitor at Lewis & Clark State Park.

Swimming opportunities: The lake offers multiple designated swimming areas during summer months. According to a Lewis & Clark camper, "We had the time of our lives at Lewis and Clark state park! The views are amazing! The water is like being in Ocean with big waves."

Educational programs: Rangers provide structured learning activities at Lewis & Clark State Park's amphitheater. A visitor mentioned, "There is a theater area with educational presentations for the kids. Also, there is an ice cream truck that comes through the campground at night."

Fishing: Lake Sakakawea contains multiple fish species accessible from shore or boat. "This is one of our favorite places to camp because fishing is awesome out there. We tent camp so we aren't as packed as the rvs but still a great place to be & fish for all the species that the lake has to offer," reports a regular visitor.

What campers like

Ranger presence: Security patrols operate frequently at Lewis & Clark State Park. One camper praised, "As soon as we got settled in the Park rangers checked on us. They did patrols all the time around and were super friendly! We had one storm while we were there and they gave us the emergency plan as fast as they could."

Site spacing: Some campgrounds offer more room between sites than others. "Sites were nice with water and electric hookups. Decently spread out," noted a visitor at Lewis & Clark State Park, contrasting with tighter arrangements elsewhere.

Nighttime views: Clear nights may offer astronomical viewing opportunities. A Lewis & Clark visitor shared, "The trails and the beach were quite exciting as the nights that were clear had the Aurora borealis in the background. So beautiful."

Clean facilities: Maintenance standards vary across properties. "The bathrooms are thoroughly cleaned every night and the park staff are very friendly and helpful," reported one camper at Lewis & Clark State Park.

What you should know

Self-contained requirements: Some RV parks near New Town lack basic amenities. At White Buffalo RV Park, a visitor reported, "RD RV Park is not really setup for overnight campers. There are no showers, toilet or water. This facility is for long term guests that are fully self contained."

Seasonal operations: Most RV campgrounds in New Town operate approximately mid-April through mid-October, closing during winter months. White Buffalo RV Park runs from April 1 to October 15, while 4 Bears RV Park operates April 15 to October 15.

Water availability: Fresh water access varies across campgrounds. At Lewis & Clark State Park, one visitor advised, "Fill up your fresh tank at the dump station before going to your site because there are very few accessible spigots near the camp sites."

Weather preparedness: Summer storms can develop quickly in this region. One camper noted the importance of knowing emergency procedures at Lewis & Clark: "We had one storm while we were there and they gave us the emergency plan as fast as they could."

Tips for camping with families

Playground access: Lewis & Clark State Park offers dedicated play areas for children. A visitor noted, "Nice campground, with restrooms/showers, playground, amphitheater, picnic tables."

Pet-friendly options: Some campgrounds accommodate pets while others restrict them. One Lewis & Clark visitor shared, "It's a great place to brings the dogs. There are plenty of trails and the dogs love swimming in the lake."

Activity variety: Recreation options extend beyond water sports. A Lewis & Clark visitor mentioned, "About any activity you can think of is available here, such as disc golf, soccer, basketball, archery, one mile nature trail, six mile bike trail and boat rentals for the large lake."

Bug protection: Insect activity can be significant in summer months. "Lots of bugs and flies, but we managed!" warned a late August visitor to Lewis & Clark State Park.

Tips from RVers

Check-in procedures: At 4 Bears RV Park, arrival processes can be unclear. "We couldn't find the check in place and no one knew where to check in. We get to check in and have to drive around to find the RV spaces," reported one RVer.

Site spacing challenges: Proximity between RV sites creates maneuvering difficulties at some campgrounds. A 4 Bears visitor cautioned, "They were so close together. We had to back up so close to the next row, it was nerve racking."

Utility reliability: Sewer connections may not function properly at all sites. At 4 Bears RV Park, one visitor encountered problems with hookups not working as expected.

Casino proximity: While 4 Bears Casino is technically within walking distance of its RV park, the layout creates access challenges. A camper noted, "The casino is walking distance, but really really really inconvenient because the entrance is on the opposite side of the building."