Best Cabin Camping near Powers Lake, ND

Lewis and Clark State Park near Riverdale offers cabin rentals along the scenic Lake Sakakawea shoreline. These cabins provide basic accommodations with varying levels of amenities, including electricity and lake access. One visitor noted, "The campground has a little of everything including cabins, showers, boat landing, and grocery store and restaurant." Tobacco Garden Recreation Area also features cabin accommodations in a family-friendly environment with access to boating facilities, making it suitable for fishing enthusiasts and water recreation. Both locations maintain clean facilities with regular maintenance of grounds and cabin areas.

While some cabins operate year-round, availability is significantly higher during summer months. Reservations are strongly recommended, especially for peak periods between May and September when Lake Sakakawea attracts fishing and boating enthusiasts. According to a camper, "The water is like being in Ocean with big waves. They hold many awesome eventful weekends during season." Pets may be restricted in cabin areas, though policies vary by location. Most cabins are situated within established campgrounds offering additional amenities like playgrounds, hiking trails, and beach access.

Most cabins include basic furnishings but require visitors to bring their own linens, pillows, and cooking supplies. On-site general stores at some locations provide limited groceries and camping essentials. A visitor mentioned that the Lewis and Clark general store "carries lots of fishing gear, some groceries (e.g. ketchup, mustard, BBQ sauce, buns, bread, chocolate, marshmallows, Graham crackers, ice cream), camping supplies and lots more." Kitchen facilities typically include basic countertops or tables for food preparation, though specific amenities vary by cabin. Firewood is available for purchase at both Lewis and Clark State Park and Tobacco Garden Recreation Area for outdoor cooking when fire restrictions are not in place.

Best Cabin Sites Near Powers Lake, North Dakota (2)

    1. Lewis & Clark State Park — Lewis And Clark State Park

    17 Reviews
    Epping, ND
    41 miles
    Website

    "Nice campground, with restrooms/showers, playground, amphitheater, picnic tables. Pull through sites, tents sites, cabins. Close access to Lake Sakakawea, within walking distance."

    "Located in the south east tip of South Dakota on Lewis and Clark Lake (Missouri River). This is a huge cg with over 400 sites divided into four sections."

    2. Tobacco Garden Rec Area

    2 Reviews
    Keene, ND
    38 miles
    Website

    "Playgrounds, boat landing, grocery store and restaurant, fishing, cabins, showers, allows insured atv and utv's, bait. There is electric hookups, but no water hookups. We always have fun here!"

    "Great open spaces. Not close together. Wonderful management. Beautiful lake. Great sunsets. Stayed on 4th of July and it was amazing."

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Cabin Reviews near Powers Lake, ND

18 Reviews of 2 Powers Lake Campgrounds


  • Erica S.
    Jul. 22, 2019

    Lewis & Clark State Park — Lewis And Clark State Park

    It’s okay

    This is hot spot for the area. While it has some pros there is a huge con

    Pros: Great Lake with best fishing you can get Activities such as swimming, trails, basket ball, geocaching and lots of activities put on by the park Cabin rentals Swimming beach Small craft rentals such SUP 2 playgrounds Dock/ boat launch/ boat storage

    Cons: There is absolutely no space or privacy. Expect to be feet away from your neighbor.

    Very few trees except for the older lane nearer the lake. The newer loop has no trees, shelter or shade. Prepare the bake.

    People books spots for week and months. Getting a “good” space is pretty dismal.

    There a few trees in the older part

  • Bran P.
    Sep. 26, 2016

    Lewis & Clark State Park — Lewis And Clark State Park

    Very Nice CG

    Located in the south east tip of South Dakota on Lewis and Clark Lake (Missouri River). This is a huge cg with over 400 sites divided into four sections. All roads and sites are paved with electric only hook up. We stayed on site 362 which is 50A but most sites are 30A. 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. The Yankton Section (about 100 sites) is same day reservation only (first come, first serve). There are several swim areas along the shore and a couple of boat ramps. Several cabins are available for reservation and a separate Marina and Resort are next to the cg. 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.

  • S
    Jul. 11, 2018

    Tobacco Garden Rec Area

    Family Fun Campground

    This campground has a little of everything. Playgrounds, boat landing, grocery store and restaurant, fishing, cabins, showers, allows insured atv and utv's, bait. There is electric hookups, but no water hookups. We always have fun here!

  • Amurican L.
    Aug. 29, 2020

    Lewis & Clark State Park — Lewis And Clark State Park

    Rangers! Park Rangers Everywhere !

    Lewis and Clark didn’t seem like much, but 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. Most campgrounds could care less, they assume you know the deal. I commend the staff at this place, it’s what true North Dakota’s do for each other.

    We also had plenty of space in our campsites and the area is super clean. The trails and the beach were quite exciting as the nights that were clear had the Aurora borealis in the background. So beautiful.

  • Leah N.
    Jun. 5, 2023

    Lewis & Clark State Park — Lewis And Clark State Park

    Beautiful & Clean

    This campground is beautiful. They keep it very well kept. They mow weekly, facilities are very clean, the playgrounds are nice and kept up, the roads (all paved) and rv pads (most gravel) are very nice and the place has tons of trees (except on the beach so bring a beach umbrella!). There is a very nice shower house with 3 shower stalls and flush toilets as well as 2 vanities. There is a general store that carries lots of fishing gear, some groceries (e.g. ketchup, mustard, BBQ sauce, buns, bread, chocolate, marshmallows, Graham crackers, ice cream), they have shirts, sweaters, hats, some frozen foods, camping supplies and lots more. Lewis & Clark is our favorite place to stay. The beach is super sandy with some, but not many rocks, lots of drift wood and the water is shallow for a long ways so it's great for kids! Hope you love it as much as we do!

  • Matt B.
    May. 8, 2020

    Lewis & Clark State Park — Lewis And Clark State Park

    Best campground close to home

    My wife and I come here a couple of times every summer. It’s a great place to brings the dogs. There are plenty of trails and the dogs love swimming in the lake.

    The bathrooms are thoroughly cleaned every night and the park staff are very friendly and helpful. 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.

  • Keith L.
    Oct. 23, 2021

    Lewis & Clark State Park — Lewis And Clark State Park

    Rip off!

    Off season ccamping... not here.

    There was a signboard at entrance booth that might have included camping rates. But it was covered up. I drove around and could not find any employees to ask how much. I camped and did find someone in the morning. She the camping fee (with toilet facility and water shut off was $25. No off season rate and no senior discount.

    Too much for camping in what is essentially a closes RV parking lot! I would have gone somewhere else if they had not hidden the camping rate singn.

    I will not be back.


Guide to Powers Lake

Cabin camping near Powers Lake, North Dakota centers around the Lake Sakakawea region. The area features rugged badland terrain with elevation changes of 200-300 feet and shortgrass prairie vegetation. Summer temperatures typically range from 70-85°F during peak camping season, with cooler evenings around 50-60°F creating comfortable camping conditions.

What to do

Fishing opportunities: Lake Sakakawea provides excellent fishing access at Lewis & Clark State Park. "This is one of our favorite places to camp because fishing is awesome out there. Usually a pretty busy place, so if you are looking for seclusion you won't find it here," notes one regular visitor who enjoys targeting the diverse fish species in the lake.

Trail exploration: Several hiking paths wind through the landscape. According to a camper at Lewis & Clark State Park, "There are plenty of trails and the dogs love swimming in the lake." These paths range from easy shoreline walks to more challenging terrain for intermediate hikers.

Educational programs: Rangers at Lewis & Clark State Park organize regular educational presentations. One visitor mentioned, "There is a theater area with educational presentations for the kids." These programs typically run from Memorial Day through Labor Day, focusing on local ecology, history, and outdoor skills.

What campers like

Spacious sites: Campers appreciate the well-designed layout at Tobacco Garden Rec Area. According to a visitor, "This is basically 3 separate campgrounds. Great open spaces. Not close together." The spacing between sites provides privacy even during busy summer weekends.

Lake views and sunsets: The shoreline location offers scenic views. "Beautiful lake. Great sunsets. Stayed on 4th of July and it was amazing," shares a camper who visited Tobacco Garden Rec Area. The western-facing shoreline provides optimal sunset viewing from many campsites.

Staff presence: The visible management and ranger patrols create a secure environment. One camper noted, "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."

What you should know

Weather considerations: Summer temperatures can fluctuate dramatically. "We were lucky as we camped here in late August 2018, the week prior they had record highs of 109! We had our choice of tent sites, and were right on lake front," reports one Lewis & Clark State Park visitor. Pack accordingly for potential temperature swings.

Water access planning: Water hookups are limited in some areas. "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," advises one experienced camper. Carry extra containers if staying at non-hookup sites.

Host availability varies: Camp host presence can be inconsistent according to reports. "Unfortunately, camp hosts were ghosts. Supposedly 4 hosts. Walked by 2 of them and they were off duty," notes one visitor who was unable to purchase firewood during their stay.

Tips for camping with families

Playground access: Family-friendly amenities include dedicated play areas. A visitor to Tobacco Garden Rec Area shares, "This campground has a little of everything. Playgrounds, boat landing, grocery store and restaurant, fishing, cabins, showers, allows insured atv and utv's, bait." These facilities provide entertainment options beyond water activities.

Evening treats: Special touches enhance the family camping experience. "There is an ice cream truck that comes through the campground at night," mentions one camper at Lewis & Clark State Park. This provides a welcome evening activity for children after a day of outdoor exploration.

Bathroom facilities: Clean restrooms make family camping more comfortable. "The bathrooms are thoroughly cleaned every night and the park staff are very friendly and helpful," notes a regular visitor, making longer stays with children more manageable.

Tips from RVers

Site selection: RV campers should choose sites based on hookup needs. "Sites were nice with water and electric hookups. Decently spread out," shares one Lewis & Clark State Park RVer. Research site-specific amenities when making reservations.

Power options: Electricity options vary by location. "We stayed on site 362 which is 50A but most sites are 30A," advises an RV camper. Check power requirements before arriving to ensure compatibility with your specific RV setup.

Dump station access: Sanitary facilities are available but limited. "There is a sanitary dump station, but you'll need to fill your freshwater tank there before setting up at your site," notes one RVer, recommending arriving with empty waste tanks and planning water usage carefully.

Frequently Asked Questions

Which is the most popular cabin campsite near Powers Lake, ND?

According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular cabin campground near Powers Lake, ND is Lewis & Clark State Park — Lewis And Clark State Park with a 4.1-star rating from 17 reviews.