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Best RV Parks & Resorts near New Town, ND

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Several RV parks operate in the New Town area with varying levels of services. 4 Bears RV Park in New Town offers drive-in sites for RVs with market access and reservation options during its April 15 to October 15 season. Sites are positioned extremely close together, creating challenging maneuvering conditions. ["We had to back up so close to the next row, it was nerve racking. The sewer connection didn't work," noted one visitor about 4 Bears.] White Buffalo RV Park in Watford City accommodates big rigs with 50-amp electrical hookups, water connections, sewer hookups, and trash service. Stonehouse RV Park provides more basic RV accommodations with electric, sewer, water hookups and trash removal, though limited other amenities.

Across the region, reservation policies vary significantly between facilities. While 4 Bears RV Park can be reserved in advance, many visitors report that actual check-in processes can be confusing without clear office locations. Lewis & Clark State Park, approximately 30 miles west, offers RV camping with sanitary dump stations and 50-amp electrical service, though one camper described it as "essentially a closed RV parking lot" during off-season with higher rates than expected. Most RV parks in the area have limited shade coverage, with travelers noting the exposed nature of sites. Potable water availability differs between locations, with some parks offering full hookups while others maintain water restrictions during certain seasons.

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102 Reviews of 44 New Town Campgrounds

  • MickandKarla W.The Dyrt PRO User
    Oct. 16, 2023

    Juniper Campground — Theodore Roosevelt National Park

    Great Experience

    The National Park North Unit and Campground(CG) is easy to find off US-85. We showed our Access Passes to get into the park and then proceeded to mile marker 5, where the CG is located. We pulled up to the information and sign-in board for this first come, first serve CG at about 11:30 AM Mountain Time(interesting that when we got to the north unit area, our phones went back to central time, and after a quick Google search, we found out that the north unit runs on central time). A gentleman let us know that he had just pulled in and grabbed a campsite near the entrance/exit and that we’d probably only fit in site 8(this CG is all dry camping) as the perimeter campsites, both back-ins and pull-throughs, were too short for us. The other longer sites were already taken. We proceeded to pull through site 8, which is a long, quarter moon-shaped asphalt site. We maneuvered around to stay away from tree branches and stay on the pad. The picnic table and stand-up barbecue were on the driver’s side, but since the sites are nicely spaced out, this was not a problem. We then filled out our registration envelope, placed $14 cash(Access Pass discount) in the folder, put the tab on our post, and deposited the envelope in the registration area. We could have also written a check or used a credit card to pay. We got on and off 1 bar on Verizon. We did have a good shot north for Starlink. They have a vaulted toilet and flush toilet building along with potable water at the dump station. There are about a half dozen sites for longer rigs, such as 32, 42, and 43, 49, with 5 being the best site. We had our two dogs with us, and there was plenty of room to walk them around the CG. There was plenty of bison poop in the CG, but we didn't see any during our two-night stay. Watford City is 17 miles north and has your major amenities. We enjoyed using this CG as a base to explore the North Unit.

  • GoWhereYouAreDraw N.The Dyrt PRO User
    Apr. 30, 2021

    Beulah Bay Rec Area

    Well kept campgrounds

    This campground is nice for larger groups and has a lot of long-term campers. The campground does have cabins and they are well kept and clean. Lots of family activities like horseshoes, basketball court, frisbee golf, and volleyball. Kayak rentals are available as well!

    Bring water shoes if you plan on swimming in the lake as it is rocky.  All campsites include one picnic table and one fire pit.

  • H
    Jul. 14, 2021

    Ccc Campground (Nd) — Dakota Prairie National Grasslands

    Amazing Views

    The campground is across the LittleMo river and has amazing views. Direct access to the Maah Daah Hey trail for hiking riding or biking. A great hike amid the cattle. 3 loops to camp, livestock accessible, but no electric and a pump for water. A variety of back In and pull thru sites. Dump station and water at the National Park across the river. There were only 6 sites with campers so private and peaceful! Highly recommend this gem!

  • Nevin C.
    Aug. 27, 2018

    Summit Campground

    Cheap and noisy.

    Right on the highway so loud traffic all night. 1 pit toilet, 4 sites with picnic tables. Easy walk to a great view of the badlands. The sign says it is $6 a night but there is no method to pay so it was free. 10 minutes from the gate to the North unit of Theodore Roosevelt National Park.

  • H
    Sep. 22, 2020

    Ccc Campground (Nd) — Dakota Prairie National Grasslands

    Great Views - Close to TR National Park N Unit

    When we visited the North Unit of Roosevelt National Park, their campgrounds were closed, so we had to seek one outside the park. This was extremely close to the park and had great views! There are no hook-ups, and no dump station. The only water is a well that you have to pump yourself with a handle, so come with your black/grey tanks empty and water tank full. They do allow generators, but it would be nice if they didn't. We have solar panels so we always get annoyed with generators ruining the peace and quiet. The sites are large and mostly level. There must be horse trails out of this area as there were quite a few horse trailers camping. We would definitely consider this a good back-up in the future if the NPS campground is full.

  • Shana D.The Dyrt PRO User
    Jun. 27, 2023

    Juniper Campground — Theodore Roosevelt National Park

    Well kept

    Beautiful, well maintained campground. Lots of different site to include pull thru, back in, walk in tent sites and a group site. New bathroom on site. Walking distance to the cannonball creations. There is also a dump station here unlike Cottonwood Camp in the South unit.

  • W
    Jun. 27, 2022

    White Buffalo RV Park

    Not a Campground

    The name is no longer White Buffalo. 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. The owner was friendly enough, although we only spoke on the phone. I put a $30 check in a drop box, plugged into the electric and slept there.

Guide to New Town

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."

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