Best Glamping near Underwood, ND

Cross Ranch State Park's authentic tipi accommodations provide a distinctive glamping experience north of Underwood, offering a blend of comfort and connection to nature. The tipi features a solid wood floor, sturdy cots, and impressive weather protection while maintaining traditional design elements. "Great experience camping in an authentic Tipi. The Tipi has a wood floor and cots, with plenty of room. It kept us and our things dry during a rainstorm," shared one visitor. Located with direct views of the Missouri River, these accommodations create an immersive outdoor experience while providing more comfort than traditional camping. Fort Stevenson State Park and Fort Abraham Lincoln State Park also offer glamping-style accommodations with varying levels of amenities, from basic comfort upgrades to more luxurious options.

The Missouri River setting creates a backdrop for numerous outdoor activities accessible from these glamping sites. Hiking trails wind through Cross Ranch State Park, allowing guests to follow paths once traveled by Lewis and Clark while enjoying scenic river views. According to a camper, "Beautiful views of Missouri River. We stayed in the TeePee this visit but plan on coming back for tent camping." Wildlife viewing opportunities include potential bald eagle sightings, particularly at Fort Abraham Lincoln, where one reviewer noted spotting an eagle perched over the river. Water-based recreation includes fishing, kayaking, and paddleboarding at locations like Beulah Bay Recreation Area, which offers kayak rentals. Historical exploration stands out as a key experience, with reconstructed Native American villages, cavalry barracks, and interpretive centers highlighting the region's rich cultural heritage.

Best Glamping Sites Near Underwood, North Dakota (9)

    1. Cross Ranch State Park Campground

    11 Reviews
    Hensler, ND
    18 miles
    Website
    +1 (701) 794-3731

    "Great experience camping in an authentic Tipi. The Tipi has a wood floor and cots, with plenty of room. It kept us and our things dry during a rainstorm."

    "Lots of hiking paths available and major views of the Missouri River. Option to camp in the on site tepee."

    2. Fort Stevenson State Park Campground

    5 Reviews
    Garrison, ND
    16 miles
    Website

    "Bathrooms were great, the trails around the lake were great and the food at the marina was OK. This park is surrounded by beautiful lakes and fields of wheat. Shower was great."

    "This is a very well kept campground with clean bathrooms and showers, well maintained tent, camper, and RV sites, and excellent mountain biking and hiking trails."

    3. East Totten Trail Campground (ND)

    3 Reviews
    Garrison, ND
    13 miles
    Website
    +1 (701) 654-7411

    $14 - $26 / night

    "Really cool thing is when you want to have adult time the bar/restaurant is not far and you can all take a walk there and do that for the night if you want. Easy access to the water as well"

    4. Primitive Campground

    1 Review
    Hensler, ND
    18 miles
    Website
    +1 (701) 794-3731

    "Stayed one night in one of the numerous walk-in primitive sites."

    5. Governors Centennial Loop Campground — Cross Ranch State Park

    1 Review
    Hensler, ND
    18 miles
    Website
    +1 (701) 794-3731

    $17 - $125 / night

    "There are a lot more trails then show on the map so happy exploring. While you are right next to the river, can't really see it from most of the RV campsites."

    6. Fort Abraham Lincoln State Park Campground

    26 Reviews
    Bismarck, ND
    50 miles
    Website
    +1 (701) 667-6340

    $15 - $85 / night

    "Planning a hike to Fort Abraham Lincoln State Park in North Dakota motivated me to learn more about the diverse landscapes and natural wonders of the U.S. national parks."

    "Had an electric and water site. Bathhouse was clean with nice showers. Fishing, biking/hiking, and visiting the historic sites are things to do here."

    7. Beulah Bay Rec Area

    3 Reviews
    Hazen, ND
    30 miles
    Website

    "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."

    "Fishing cleaning station, playground, basketball, volleyball, frisbee golf, horse shoes, on site store for ice, food and wood(WiFi at the store) Bathrooms and showers. Great campground!"

    8. Bismarck KOA

    14 Reviews
    Bismarck, ND
    46 miles
    Website
    +1 (701) 222-2662

    "Bathhouse was nice and updated and clean. Site was mostly level. Near by restaurants ( not in close walking distance but on the same main road that the campground is on."

    "Each site has a picnic table and fire pit."

    9. Wing Lake Mitchell

    2 Reviews
    Bismarck, ND
    46 miles
    Website
    +1 (701) 943-2357
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  • Z
    Sep. 28, 2018

    Cross Ranch State Park Campground

    Cross Ranch Tipi

    Great experience camping in an authentic Tipi. The Tipi has a wood floor and cots, with plenty of room. It kept us and our things dry during a rainstorm. Only downside is the size and shape of it don't allow any warmth to be retained, so be sure to have clothing/sleeping bags appropriate for the nighttime temperatures. There is a short, flat walk from the parking area to the Tipi site. Great views of the Missouri River, straight out from the Tipi "door".

  • Kenya A.
    Aug. 19, 2023

    Wing Lake Mitchell

    Good place to spend the night!

    At arriving, there is plenty of shade. To be the only ones there, with the exception of an occasional visitor to the park. Dumpster close for getting rid of any trash! Water spigot works.... but this like the picnic tables and porta potty were covered in webs, bring something to dust! Bathroom is stocked appropriately and easy to find past the covered picnic tables. Had a nice secluded spot for ourselves. If you're looking for electric-they have it! Downside, it may not work.... it didn't for us. Woke up to a beautiful sunrise!

  • Stephen C.
    Apr. 12, 2024

    Fort Abraham Lincoln State Park Campground

    Fort Abraham Lincoln State Park

    Planning a hike to Fort Abraham Lincoln State Park in North Dakota motivated me to learn more about the diverse landscapes and natural wonders of the U.S. national parks. It is remarkable to see the diversity of environments protected in these parks, from rugged mountains to vast deserts and dense forests. As I prepare for my outdoor adventure at Fort Abraham Lincoln, I am inspired to consider future trips to explore the beauty and biodiversity preserved in the US National Park system, which I learned more about by reading https://www.agmglobalvision.com/u-s-national-parks. Each visit promises an unforgettable experience of immersing yourself in the splendor of nature.

  • Paul B.The Dyrt PRO User
    Jun. 5, 2023

    Fort Abraham Lincoln State Park Campground

    Enjoyed the History

    Great state park that is well maintained. Had an electric and water site. Bathhouse was clean with nice showers. Fishing, biking/hiking, and visiting the historic sites are things to do here. I did have to change sites because the pedestal on site 1 was too close to the road.

  • V
    Sep. 14, 2021

    Bismarck KOA

    Nice campground

    Nice campground. Bathhouse was nice and updated and clean. Site was mostly level. Near by restaurants ( not in close walking distance but on the same main road that the campground is on.

  • K
    Jul. 22, 2019

    Fort Abraham Lincoln State Park Campground

    Beautiful, Quiet, Historical

    This was our maiden voyage in our first camper! South loop Campsite 36 was easy to park. Our electrical and water hookups were close. Dump station was easy. We were right next to comfort station which was well maintained. Kid Park was new and close to our site. There was lots of bike and walking trails. Since you are a state park expect fees but I think it helped keep the park quiet. It is right along the river and in walking distance to the forts, museum, historic Indian village, train ride and trails. Great for families of all ages!

  • Mary S.
    Aug. 8, 2018

    Fort Abraham Lincoln State Park Campground

    Beautiful park - fantastic place to explore with children

    What a great park for families! That was my first thought. It just looks like a great place for kids to play. There's a playground, wide open spaces, easy trails, a river, and remnants of the fort and an Indian village. There's a paved bike path that you can take from the campground all the way to Bismarck (10+ miles). Or you can ride over to the cavalry and infantry areas of the fort and to the Indian village.

    There is a separate $7/day entrance fee in addition to the camping fee. We chose a primitive site (no water, no electric) because those sites are along the river, and the fee was $17. Sites with electricity and water are $25. There are also a couple tipis for $35 and two cabins for $60. There is a clean shower facility plus other restrooms. Each site has a picnic table and fire ring, and there's a dump station. We have camped at so many Forest Service sites that all these amenities make it feel like glamping!

    My only complaint is that there is no path from the primitive sites to a restroom other than the road. It would have been nice if there were a few paths between sites. No one wants to take a long route to a restroom in the middle of the night. And cutting through an occupied site is poor camping etiquette.

  • 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.

  • E
    May. 31, 2018

    Cross Ranch State Park Campground

    Historic on the River

    Lots of hiking paths available and major views of the Missouri River. Option to camp in the on site tepee.


Guide to Underwood

Dispersed camping opportunities exist near Underwood, North Dakota, situated along the shores of Lake Sakakawea at an elevation of 1,850 feet. The area features rolling prairie terrain with cottonwood groves along the waterways, creating natural windbreaks during North Dakota's often breezy conditions. Summer temperatures typically range from 65-85°F, with winter temperatures dropping well below freezing.

What to do

Water activities on Lake Sakakawea: Boating, fishing, and swimming access available at Fort Stevenson State Park Campground, located near Riverdale. "This park is surrounded by beautiful lakes and fields of wheat. Shower was great," notes one camper. The park offers boat rentals and multiple swimming beaches.

Historical exploration: Visit reconstructed sites at Fort Abraham Lincoln State Park Campground near Mandan. "Fort Abraham Lincoln was General Custer's headquarters before he left for the Little Big Horn. Lots of hiking and history and wildlife," reports a visitor. Tour the block houses, General Custer's home, and other historical structures.

Hiking trails: Explore well-maintained paths at Cross Ranch State Park, 40 miles southeast of Underwood. "Beautiful, well-groomed, shaded hiking paths everywhere," states one review. The trails follow the Missouri River, offering wildlife viewing opportunities and interpretive signs about the area's natural history.

What campers like

River access: Cross Ranch State Park Campground provides direct Missouri River frontage. "Good sized sights, well sheltered by trees. Clean water access to the river for swimming, dogs, fishing," writes one camper. The primitive walk-in sites offer the best river views.

Unique accommodations: Alternative glamping in Underwood, North Dakota area includes teepees and yurts. "Great experience camping in an authentic Tipi. The Tipi has a wood floor and cots, with plenty of room. It kept us and our things dry during a rainstorm," shares a visitor at Cross Ranch.

Spacious sites: Fort Stevenson State Park Campground offers well-designed camping areas. "The campsites are spacious. There are few great hikes that are kid friendly," notes one review. Many sites include shade trees and level parking pads.

What you should know

Weather considerations: Strong winds can affect camping comfort. Pack appropriate gear and secure tents properly. "Be sure to have clothing/sleeping bags appropriate for the nighttime temperatures," advises one Cross Ranch visitor about their tepee stay.

Reservation needs: Summer weekends fill quickly at popular parks. "This campground was CROWDED. Every spot was full," reports a Cross Ranch camper. Make reservations 90+ days in advance for holiday weekends.

Campsite privacy: Primitive Campground offers better seclusion than many area campgrounds. "The tall cottonwood trees provide great seclusion, and we didn't hear anyone all night," notes a camper. Most walk-in sites require using provided wagons to transport gear from the parking area.

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According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular glamping campground near Underwood, ND is Cross Ranch State Park Campground with a 4.8-star rating from 11 reviews.

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