RV parks around Towner, North Dakota provide seasonal camping options in the north-central region of the state where elevations range from 1,450 to 1,550 feet above sea level. The area experiences cold winters with temperatures often dropping below zero, while summer camping season typically runs from late April through October. Water systems at many campgrounds are winterized during colder months.
What to do
Fishing access: Towner City Park offers electric hookups near fishing opportunities. "Perfect quiet overnight spot...They ask for a donation in a box posted in the camping area, otherwise free of charge," notes a visitor to Towner City Park.
Lake recreation: Lake Metigoshe State Park provides water activities 67 miles north of Towner. "With a very large body of water that has many amenities from fishing, boating, canoeing, kayaking and paddle boarding. There are bike & canoe/kayak rentals right outside the park," reports a camper at Lake Metigoshe State Park Campground.
Local exploration: Visitors can find small-town amenities within walking distance in some locations. "This was a good site for us as we passed through on a long road trip. You can get gas across the street and find most anything you need at the attached convenience store. We enjoyed the ice cream and a walk through town," shares a traveler about Jan's RV Park.
Peace Garden visit: The International Peace Garden sits near the Canadian border about 65 miles from Towner. "Park is located right off of hwy 2. Great access to International Peace Garden and Geographical Center of North America," mentions a reviewer about nearby camping options.
What campers like
Clean facilities: Campground cleanliness receives frequent positive mentions in the Towner area. "Very nice neat and clean campground. Nice showers with hot water," notes a visitor to Roughrider RV Resort.
Convenient locations: Proximity to highways makes many sites practical for travelers passing through. "Friendly hosts, convenient access to the highway," reports a camper at Jan's RV Park.
Space between sites: Some parks offer more spacious layouts than others. "Sites are all large. Tent sites are nicest as they are away from road. Tent sites are in separate area from rv sites," comments a visitor to Old Settlers Park.
Natural settings: Many campers appreciate parks with natural features. "The drive in is hilly and has spectacular views. It is well worth the few extra miles. The camp is clean. I was in the Washgum Loop on campsite #66 and the interpretive trail and a nice area to view the lake was right next to my campsite," shares a Lake Metigoshe visitor.
What you should know
Train noise: Railroad tracks near some campgrounds create noise concerns. "Expect road and rail noise at both [RV and tent sites]. We are good sleepers and this didn't bother us much but there are heavily trafficked train tracks a couple hundred yards away from the campground so if you are a light sleeper or are bothered by trains this might not be the place for you," warns a visitor to Old Settlers Park.
Seasonal limitations: Winter camping options are restricted. "We stayed here for one night in October. They had already turned off the water for the winter so there was only electric available," mentions a Surrey RV Park visitor.
Site configurations: Layout variations exist between and within parks. "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," explains a Roughrider camper.
Payment methods: Payment processes vary by location. "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," notes a visitor to Surrey RV Park.
Tips for camping with families
Playground access: Multiple parks offer family-friendly amenities. "Great sandy beach & nice water!! Activities set up for families/kids each weekend. Nice playground between loops too," shares a visitor at Lake Metigoshe State Park Campground.
Safety considerations: Some campgrounds have regular security patrols. "It's patrolled by police throughout the day too," mentions a camper at Old Settlers Park.
Long-term vs. short-term sites: Park configurations often separate different types of campers. "This site has both over night camping and long term lots for RV's. It also has spots for tent camping so if you want a place to camp close to town this is great," explains a Roughrider visitor.
Recreation options: Family activities vary by location. "Swim beach was a bit of a walk, but totally worth it!! Great sandy beach & nice water!! Activities set up for families/kids each weekend," notes a Lake Metigoshe visitor.
Tips from RVers
Leveling requirements: Site terrain varies across parks. "Our site #6 needed leveling blocks but got pretty flat," reports a camper at Jan's RV Park.
Pull-through access: Some sites present navigation challenges. "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,'" explains a Roughrider visitor.
Utility placement: Hook-up locations can create connection difficulties. "We 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," shares a Roughrider RV Resort guest.
Seasonal operation: Several RV parks near Towner operate with limited schedules. "This little park with full utilities was a bargain when traveling through the area, right off Rte 2 and next to a store. Aimee isn't here on site but she responds immediately to calls and texts," notes a visitor to Jan's RV Park about the park's seasonal operation.
