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Campgrounds near Tolley, North Dakota range from established RV parks to more primitive recreation areas along the Mouse River. Renville County Mouse River Park provides water and electric hookups for both tent and RV camping, with amenities including showers, toilets, and a sanitary dump station. Northgate Dam Recreation Center, located about 30 miles northwest of Tolley, offers electric hookups and boat-in access for tent, RV, and glamping accommodations. Most developed campgrounds in the area feature picnic tables, fire rings, and basic facilities, though amenities vary significantly between locations.
Seasonal considerations affect camping availability throughout the region, with many campgrounds operating from May through mid-October. Winter conditions can be harsh, with heavy snowfall and extremely cold temperatures limiting access. "We stayed 3 nights in early September, Fri-Sun. I was a bit surprised at how few people were there," noted one visitor about Old Settlers Park. Campers should be prepared for variable weather conditions even during summer months. Cell service can be limited in rural areas, with visitors reporting spotty coverage at several campgrounds. Most camping areas require fees ranging from $5-25 per night depending on hookups and amenities, with some locations offering both primitive and developed options.
The camping experience near Tolley features riverside settings and recreational opportunities. Mouse River Park provides boat ramps, fishing docks, and walking paths, though one camper mentioned that "the water is filthy - no swimming." Northgate Dam Recreation Center receives positive reviews for its fishing opportunities, with one visitor noting it has "two playgrounds, four little docks, and a fish cleaning station." Train noise affects some campgrounds in the region, particularly Old Settlers Park where railroad tracks run nearby. Several camping areas offer basketball courts, playgrounds, and other recreational facilities. Wildlife viewing opportunities exist throughout the area, particularly in the National Wildlife Refuge surrounding Mouse River Park. Campers seeking quieter experiences may prefer the more remote camping areas away from highways and railroad tracks.
"There is a small convenience store and bar, basketball courts, boat ramp, fishing docks, and walking paths. Animals welcome on leash"
"Mouse River is a beautiful place and is surrounded by a National Wildlife Refuge!"
"Half hour from Portal border crossing."
"The location was beautiful and peaceful. The campground was very clean. I wish we had been able to stay longer. The $10 fee is certainly reasonable!"
"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"
"Tent sites are nicest as they are away from road. Tent sites are in separate area from rv sites. Expect road and rail noise at both."
"I love this campground, it was like a breath of fresh air after getting lost in northeast north dakota and not seeing a soul for hours and sleeping on the side of the highway, driving up to Roughrider"
"The place is well kept and tucked away with beautiful sites next to the river."
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ScoutLook for this tiny campground by the town public pool. The lat and long. given are incorrect. There are 2 full hookup sites and 2 with electric and water only. Suggested donation of 20 dollars at unattended dropbox. 2 nice bathrooms with showers. .
ScoutGreat campgrounds with awesome trails all around you for endless adventures 🙌
ScoutMy husband and I stayed one night on our relocation trip from Alaska. The location was beautiful and peaceful. The campground was very clean. I wish we had been able to stay longer. The $10 fee is certainly reasonable!
GuideVery nice neat and clean campground. Nice showers with hot water. Laundry but didn’t use.
LegendThis is a clean little campground with easy access to US-2. It has free showers but it’s in the only bathroom which is a long walk from the camping sites.
LegendWe 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.
TravelerEasy access plenty of space. Good Quiet and relaxing
LegendWe 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.
ScoutThere is a small convenience store and bar, basketball courts, boat ramp, fishing docks, and walking paths. Animals welcome on leash
Camping spots near Tolley, North Dakota center around prairie landscapes and the Souris River (Mouse River) valley. The region sits in the northern plains at approximately 1,950 feet elevation with terrain shaped by glacial activity. Winter temperatures can drop to -30°F while summer camping season sees daytime highs in the 70-80°F range with cooler evenings requiring extra layers.
Fishing opportunities: Northgate Dam Rec Center offers multiple fishing docks and excellent catches. "Great Family Area! Had to 2 play grounds, 4 little docks (1 fishing, for swimming area), Fish cleaning station! Bring a kayak, canoe, or boat and enjoy excellent fishing for trout, walleye and blue gill!" notes camper Kacie O.
Disc golf course: The 9-hole course at Old Settlers Park provides recreation beyond water activities. One visitor mentioned, "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."
Visit nearby attractions: The Pointe of View Winery located just miles from Old Settlers Park offers tastings and scenic views. A camper reported, "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. Worth a visit - Pointe of View."
Clean facilities: Bathrooms and shower buildings receive positive reviews at several campgrounds. At Roughrider RV Resort, visitors appreciate the maintenance standards. "The restrooms and paid showers were clean and new. On site laundry was a plus," shares Joe D.
Affordable camping rates: Northgate Dam Recreation Center stands out for value. One camper noted, "Such a nice camping spot. Clean and tidy, on a beautiful pond with lots of rec opportunities. Playground with basketball court; clean vault toilets; electric available at each site. Best part... $5 per night, $10 if you want electric."
Friendly management: Camp hosts often make the difference in visitor experiences. A Roughrider camper shared, "Management was super nice. Let us have a late checkout and even brought a few pieces of firewood for free the day before." At Renville County Mouse River Park, a visitor noted, "Darrell is the caretaker and a great guy. Call him before you come and he will reserve you an available site."
Seasonal availability: Most campgrounds operate from May through mid-October. Minot AFB FamCamp specifically runs "May 15th to October 15th," while other sites close based on weather conditions.
Limited cell service: Connectivity varies significantly across camping locations. At Antler Memorial Park, one camper reported, "Had 1 bar with Verizon -- could send texts but calls drop after a couple of seconds."
Train noise: Railroad tracks run near several campgrounds, particularly affecting sleep quality. A visitor to Old Settlers Park mentioned it has "road and rail noise," while another noted, "If you are a light sleeper or are bothered by trains this might not be the place for you."
Water quality varies: Not all water bodies are suitable for recreation. One camper at Mouse River Park warned about water conditions: "Water is filthy- no swimming (dogs or other). Nowhere to take the dogs for shaded walks or off leash play. Lots of cockleburs everywhere."
Look for playground access: Multiple campgrounds feature dedicated children's areas. At Northgate Dam, a visitor mentioned the site has "two playgrounds, four little docks, and a fish cleaning station," making it family-friendly.
Consider bathroom proximity: At some campgrounds, facilities may require a walk. A camper at Old Settlers Park noted: "It has free showers but it's in the only bathroom which is a long walk from the camping sites."
Check for recreational amenities: Basketball courts and open spaces provide additional activities. One visitor to Mouse River Park mentioned, "There are several playgrounds if you have small kids. There is a bar, if you are a drinker. There are kayaks if you don't mind the slimy water."
Hookup availability: Electrical service ranges from 30-amp to 50-amp depending on location. At Roughrider RV Resort, you'll find "full hookups" while Renville County Mouse River Park offers "$15.00 a night with water/30amp power but there is no sewer hook ups."
Site levelness: Some concrete pads require additional adjustment. A camper at Minot AFB FamCamp reported, "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."
Site spacing considerations: Layout varies widely between and within campgrounds. At Roughrider, a visitor noted, "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."
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Which is the most popular campground near Tolley, ND?
According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular campground near Tolley, ND is Renville County Mouse River Park with a 4.5-star rating from 2 reviews.
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