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Best Tent Camping near New Town, ND

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The Lake Sakakawea region surrounding New Town, North Dakota offers several primitive tent camping options along its expansive shoreline. Tent campers can find established sites at Pouch Point, managed by the Three Affiliated Tribes, which provides basic tent-only accommodations in a natural setting. Rice Lake County Park, located about 50 miles northeast near Minot, offers free tent campsites with boat-in access. Additional options include Lake Shore Park and Douglas Creek Bay near Garrison, both providing primitive tent camping experiences with minimal amenities.

Most tent campgrounds in this region feature rustic conditions with limited facilities. Rice Lake County Park permits campfires and allows alcohol, but lacks drinking water, electric hookups, and trash service. Campers should bring all necessary supplies, including water and waste disposal bags. Pouch Point and Lake Shore Park prohibit fires and pets, requiring tent campers to plan accordingly. Basic vault toilets are available at Rice Lake, but most sites lack amenities like picnic tables, showers, or potable water. Weather conditions can change rapidly in this northern plains region, making proper tent setup and staking essential.

Tent-only camping experiences in this area often center around water access and fishing opportunities. According to reviews, Rice Lake County Park offers "peaceful" surroundings despite some residential development around the lake. One camper noted the lake is small but contains northern pike, making it suitable "for a weekend getaway close to Minot." The free tent sites at Rice Lake provide a budget-friendly option for backcountry tent camping enthusiasts. Douglas Creek Bay offers similar primitive tent camping with proximity to Lake Sakakawea's larger water body. Walk-in tent sites throughout the region provide greater seclusion than developed campgrounds, though campers should be prepared for self-sufficient camping with minimal facilities and services.

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Tent Camping Reviews near New Town, ND

102 Reviews of 4 New Town Campgrounds

  • Stefanie Z.
    Sep. 18, 2020

    Ccc Campground (Nd) — Dakota Prairie National Grasslands

    Beautiful, clean, peaceful!

    We stayed here two nights in a tent and loved it! Absolutely beautiful campground right across the river from Theodore Roosevelt National Park’s north unit. The scenery is breathtaking. There are three different loops A-C, and while most sites have no shade there are a couple in loop B (including ours #12) that have trees and provide good shade and wind protection. The pit toilets were some of the cleanest I’ve encountered in my history of camping. We were there in mid-September so the campground wasn’t full but there were a decent number of campers for being off season. Still, it was pretty quiet, save for the coyotes howling in the distance and a stray moo or two from nearby cows. There’s also trail access right to Maah Dah Hey and Long X trails right in the campground which is really nice! All in all this is a wonderful spot and one of my favorite campgrounds I’ve ever stayed at. 1 mi. gravel road to get in.

  • 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.

  • J
    Jun. 22, 2018

    Juniper Campground — Theodore Roosevelt National Park

    Beautiful, clean and quiet

    We spent two nights here and were pleased that we were able to have our pick of quite a few spots despite the campground being first come first serve. We arrived on a Wednesday evening. The campground is as advertised, no showers or electric. I was happy that they had quiet hours at 8 pm for generators. There were a great variety of spots, large grassy, secluded and shady, drive through and back in. 3 sites have a spectacular view of the bluff if you are able to snag those. pro: camp host was great, bathrooms were clean, a great selection of spots con: we found a few ticks crawling around

  • B
    May. 12, 2019

    Ccc Campground (Nd) — Dakota Prairie National Grasslands

    A Cheap Alternative

    A cheaper alternative to TRNP’s Juniper Campground. This campground offers beautiful panoramic views of the North Dakota Badlands. Additionally, you can access the Maah Daah Hey Trail and explore the Badlands from here. The campground is well kept and is typically pretty quiet. There are no showers, but there is toilets and accessible drinking water.

  • EThe Dyrt PRO User
    Jul. 6, 2022

    Ccc Campground (Nd) — Dakota Prairie National Grasslands

    Awesome views

    This place is very well kept. Vault toilets and hand pump for water. The views are just awesome. 360 deg. Large sites spaced far apart. 40 plus sites. Host said never full. $10 a night. No road noise. Lots of wildlife. Deer and prairie dogs.

  • 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.

  • Matt S.
    Sep. 4, 2016

    Juniper Campground — Theodore Roosevelt National Park

    Now I know why Teddy Roosevelt loved North Dakota! Check out Juniper to camp!

    I have already posted my review for the Theodore Roosevelt South campground - Cottonwood. I won't repeat myself too much. Believe it or not, but I would put the North unit of Theodore Roosevelt National Park even ahead of Yosemite.

    The trees and the canopy in the Juniper campground is really cool. Especially against the terrain that surrounds it. The campground is low on amenities but high on scenery, and it is very clean.

    The hiking in the North unit is amazing. There is so much wildlife. Never have I been so close to so many animals in the wild. I saw a lot of wildlife in Yellowstone and Glacier National Parks, but not as much as I did here.

    I never thought I would ever want to visit North Dakota. Honestly, I cant wait to go back. This place will blow your expectations, especially if you take an adventure on a hike or two. In the North unit, I highly suggest stopping at the River Bend Overlook and hiking down to the CCC shelter for some amazing views. Then drive to the end of the road and take a quick hike to Sperati Point.

  • CThe Dyrt PRO User
    Sep. 1, 2025

    Juniper Campground — Theodore Roosevelt National Park

    Small Campground but Simple

    This campground is in the north unit of the park. It has 50 primitive sites available on first come first serve basis. We were here on Labor Day weekend and campground was full for the first time in 2 years. Pads are asphalt and smallish. There are public washrooms, but no showers. There is a dump station, but no potable water for RV tanks. Drinking water is available at the wash house . The drinking of the water at the fill station is discouraged due to high levels of fluoride. While we were camped here, 2 small herds of bison grazed through the camp.

Guide to New Town

Tent camping near New Town, North Dakota, offers a unique opportunity to immerse yourself in the natural beauty of the area while enjoying a variety of outdoor activities.

Tips for tent camping near New Town

  • For a peaceful escape, consider camping at Pouch Point - Three Affiliated Tribes, where you can enjoy the serene surroundings of Sakakawea Lake without the distractions of modern amenities.

Local activities for outdoor enthusiasts

  • If you're looking for a spot to fish, Rice Lake County Park is a great choice, offering access to northern pike fishing and a chance to unwind in nature.

Attractions for nature lovers

  • Explore the scenic views and tranquility at Lake Shore Park, perfect for those who appreciate a quiet camping experience away from the hustle and bustle.

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According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular tent campground near New Town, ND is Pouch Point - Three Affiliated Tribes with a 0-star rating from 0 reviews.

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