Best Camping near Wahpeton, ND

Looking for the best campgrounds near Wahpeton, ND? Discover secluded campsites where you can reconnect with nature. Or maybe you like to bring your family and friends along. Either way, there are Wahpeton campgrounds just for you. Find the best campgrounds near Wahpeton, ND. Read helpful reviews and tips to find the perfect camping option for you and your crew.

Best Camping Sites Near Wahpeton, ND (50)

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    1. Maplewood State Park Campground

    25 Reviews
    88 Photos
    80 Saves
    Erhard, Minnesota
    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Electric Hookups
    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
    • ADA Access
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    2. Buffalo River State Park Campground

    34 Reviews
    102 Photos
    86 Saves
    Glyndon, Minnesota
    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Electric Hookups
    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
    • ADA Access

    $24 - $34 / night

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    3. Hankinson Hills Campground

    5 Reviews
    6 Photos
    11 Saves
    Hankinson, North Dakota

    Enjoy a night under the stars on the prairie at Hankinson Hills Campground, located three miles northwest of Hankinson, North Dakota. Click here for a map of the Hankinson Hills Campground and Trail. Hankinson Hills Campground has two camping loops. One camping loop, with six campsites, allows campers to have horses and the other camping loop, with nine campsites, is designated for campers without horses. There are a total of 15 campsites, each with a picnic table and fire ring. There is a large picnic shelter for day use and group events, as well as a large group fire ring with benches. The large picnic shelter is free-of-charge and open to anyone on a first-come, first-served basis. While at the campground, you can enjoy the area by hiking the eight-mile loop Hankinson Hills Trail, viewing wildlife, identifying wildflowers, and many other activities. One of the trailheads for Hankinson Hills Trail is located in the campground.

    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Phone Service
    • ADA Access
    • RVs
    • Tents

    $10 / night

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      4. Welles Memorial Park

      2 Reviews
      2 Saves
      Wahpeton, North Dakota
      • Pets
      • Fires
      • Electric Hookups
      • Phone Service
      • Reservable
      • ADA Access
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      5. Swan Lake Resort & Campground

      7 Reviews
      55 Photos
      50 Saves
      Fergus Falls, Minnesota

      Since 1949, we've been a family-operated resort & campground on Swan Lake in Fergus Falls, MN. We offer lakeside cabins, tent camping, and full hook-up, pull-through RV sites. Here, there is time to slow down, room to breathe, and lots to explore.

      Soak up the sun on the sandy beach, hike through the hidden trails, and take the pontoon out for a cruise. Be sure to turn the tech off and challenge a rival to ping pong, crack a cold one, and explore the water on stand-up paddleboard. Bring the little ones and get messy at the arts & crafts table, catch a sunfish off the docks, and indulge in s’mores around the campfire. Don’t forget to show us what you got on the volleyball court and savor an ice cream at the camp store. Curl up in a hammock and get lost in a good book, smile at the flowers and gaze in awe at the night sky. Just be.

      • Pets
      • Fires
      • Electric Hookups
      • Phone Service
      • Reservable
      • Tents

      $35 - $300 / night

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      6. Jorgen's Hollow Campground

      10 Reviews
      27 Photos
      62 Saves
      Leonard, North Dakota

      Jorgen’s Hollow Campground is located forty miles southwest of Fargo, North Dakota. Click here for a map of the Jorgen’s Hollow Campground and Trails. Jorgen’s Hollow Campground has 14 primitive campsites nestled within the oak savanna. Seven of those sites allow campers to have horses and seven sites are designated for campers without horses. Each campsite has a graveled pad, with a picnic table and fire ring. Campsites are open to anyone on a first-come, first-served basis. Potable water and vaulted toilets are available. While at the campground, you can enjoy the area by hiking the Oak Leafor North Country National Scenic Trail, viewing wildlife, birding, identifying wildflowers, and many other activities. Trailheads are located in the campground. Directions from ND Highway 18: Turn west onto County Road 4, travel three miles and turn north on County Road 23. Travel north on County Road 23 for two and three quarter’s mile until you reach the campground on the east side of the road. Directions from ND Highway 27: Turn north onto County Road 4 and travel three miles, then turn east and travel one mile to County Road 23. Travel north on County Road 23 for two and three quarter’s mile until you reach the campground on the east side of the road.

      • Pets
      • Fires
      • Phone Service
      • ADA Access
      • RVs
      • Tents
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      7. Hankinson City Park

      3 Reviews
      1 Photo
      2 Saves
      Hankinson, North Dakota
      • Pets
      • Fires
      • Electric Hookups
      • Phone Service
      • Reservable
      • RVs
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      8. Lindenwood Campground

      17 Reviews
      55 Photos
      38 Saves
      Fargo, North Dakota
      • Pets
      • Fires
      • Electric Hookups
      • Phone Service
      • Reservable
      • ADA Access

      $30 / night

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        9. Chahinkapa Park

        1 Review
        2 Saves
        Wahpeton, North Dakota
        • Pets
        • Fires
        • Electric Hookups
        • Phone Service
        • Reservable
        • RVs
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          10. Kidder Recreation Area

          1 Review
          1 Save
          Wahpeton, North Dakota
          • Pets
          • Fires
          • Electric Hookups
          • Phone Service
          • Reservable
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        • Tori K.The Dyrt PRO User
          Camper-submitted photo from Tipsinah Mounds City Park
          Nov. 12, 2024

          Tipsinah Mounds City Park

          Family getaway

          My family has been coming here as a group for a few years! We love it here! Nice and quiet. Restroom and shower facilities onsite, some lakefront campsites and some that are not. Public boat launch, sandy swimming beach, picnic shelters. WIFI is provided. There is a dump station, playground, nature trail, volleyball, basketball, horseshoes, and a fish cleaning station. Great place to go kayaking!

        • Tori K.The Dyrt PRO User
          Camper-submitted photo from The Homestead at Ottertail RV Park and Resort
          Nov. 4, 2024

          The Homestead at Ottertail RV Park and Resort

          Cool place!

          ALL SITES HAVE: 20/30/50 amp electrical hook-ups, water and sewer, fire Pits. PARK AMENITIES: bathrooms, showers, pool, fish cleaning shack, playground, laundry facilities, firewood and ice available, basketball court, volleyball. Located very close to Otter Tail Lake.

          Visited some friends who had their new camper set up here and stayed 1 night with them :)

        • Greg S.
          Camper-submitted photo from Maplewood State Park Campground
          Sep. 15, 2024

          Maplewood State Park Campground

          Perfect Fall get away

          Simple beautiful park with the fall colors, plenty to due and see. Amazing fishing both trout and bass! Well maintained facilities in the park and friendly staff!

        • kim B.The Dyrt PRO User
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          Sep. 13, 2024

          Red River Valley Fairgrounds

          Big iron show

          Big event, we're lucky to find his space open. campground completely full , thousands of pickups and cars. Level sites with cement pad. Some pull through most back in. Amazingly, very quiet at night.

        • JThe Dyrt PRO User
          Camper-submitted photo from Lindenwood Campground
          Sep. 11, 2024

          Lindenwood Campground

          Well maintained, nice staff

          Lovely campground with sites along the river and in an area closer to the office and showers.   That area is rather tight, but adequate.  

          Good walking trails.

        • Greg D.The Dyrt PRO User
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          Sep. 3, 2024

          Lindenwood Campground

          It’s convenient

          This would be a decent campground if it wasn’t for the other city park visitors in the camping area. It’s supposed to be for registered campers only but they allow non campers to fish the river and they abuse that privilege and park their vehicles in front of campers and some even set up a bbq in vacant campsites. There were a couple of teens selling chips and walking through campsites. We felt uneasy about non campers wandering around Most sites are uneven, it’s ok for a one nighter

        • JThe Dyrt PRO User
          Camper-submitted photo from Lindenwood Campground
          Sep. 1, 2024

          Lindenwood Campground

          Picturesque

          We opted for what the staff person told us were more level sites instead of those overlooking the river. Although our site was level, the spaces were closer together. Fine for an overnight stay. Have not checked the bathroom facilities yet, but they do stay locked, a plus.

        • Teresa T.The Dyrt PRO User
          Camper-submitted photo from Hankinson Hills Campground
          Aug. 31, 2024

          Hankinson Hills Campground

          Really pretty and quiet

          I was lucky enough to get a spot far under the trees. It was quite private and even though it was labor day weekend, it was quiet and peaceful. Good cell service, I was able to work on Friday via my hot spot. The campground is well maintained and the trail had just been mowed. Unfortunately there are stickers and poor tuck found a number of them. We still had fun.

        • Teresa T.The Dyrt PRO User
          Camper-submitted photo from Welles Memorial Park
          Aug. 30, 2024

          Welles Memorial Park

          Camping in the county fairgrounds

          The campsites are integrated into the fairgrounds which is different but nice. Very little shade for most of the sites and the reservation process is a bit difficult to navigate but the sites is nice and quiet. There is a bathroom and an outside shower but way better if you have a full camper. Nice access to town and bike trails and across the street and some trails down by the river.

        • Teresa T.The Dyrt PRO User
          Camper-submitted photo from Kidder Recreation Area
          Aug. 25, 2024

          Kidder Recreation Area

          It is small and designed for tent campers

          There's a short row of camp spots in the sun for campers. Seems like a good portion of it is full of people who are here all the time. The rest of the campers are in the back of their truck, which i'm not opposed to, but they're in pretty tough shape and very old. I will say this is one of the least safe places. I have felt in North Dakota.

        • Teresa T.The Dyrt PRO User
          Camper-submitted photo from Silver Lake Rec Area
          Aug. 12, 2024

          Silver Lake Rec Area

          Mostly perm campers

          But they are very nice and friendly and I ended up with the best spot ever as it is right on the water and under the only few trees available. There is actually 3 campgrounds and they surround the lake. Some of the nicest tent spots I've seen. Small Frisbee golf course and not much formal hiking but you can boat on this lake and lots of fishing from the shore. Poor cell service but lots of open sky and the sat service is killing it today.

        • Teresa T.The Dyrt PRO User
          Camper-submitted photo from Milnor City Park
          Aug. 11, 2024

          Milnor City Park

          Small but functional

          We might be back to this campground, assuming we don't have cell service where we're going. Calling a campground is a stretch. It's a few parking spots near a small park right inside the town. They're cute. They're nice summer in the shade. And I think milner's a pretty town.

        • Jennifer H.The Dyrt PRO User
          Camper-submitted photo from Lindenwood Campground
          Jul. 20, 2024

          Lindenwood Campground

          Very nice & convenient

          The convenience and price can’t be beat. For $35 a nice asphalt pad, big grassy site right on the river. Sure there’s some road noise but $35! Very clean bathrooms that are for the overnight campers only, big playground, ball fields, plenty of space to roam and walk. A beautiful city park. We were in town the same night as a street fair down town so we took an $8 Uber and had a great time shopping hundreds of local vendors and food trucks. Pretty awesome Fargo experience all around.

        • Katie L.
          Camper-submitted photo from Hankinson Hills Campground
          Jul. 15, 2024

          Hankinson Hills Campground

          Beautiful stay in the grasslands

          Well maintained campground, has water and multiple vault toilets. There’s a loop for horse camping and a loop for non horse camping. Each site has a fire ring and a nice table, most spaces have trees to provide shade. Verizon works okay, not great but I had a bar or two. Can hear trains running by every so often. Only downside was the abundance of biting flies and mosquitoes.

        • MThe Dyrt PRO User
          Camper-submitted photo from Maplewood State Park Campground
          Jul. 4, 2024

          Maplewood State Park Campground

          Spacious and buggy

          For established camping, this park is lovely and spots are spacious. The place is bumpin’ with people but trees provide some sense of privacy but large, louder group was definitely in our vicinity—we couldn’t enjoy the birdsongs as we’d have liked (over 150 species can be found here). Staying at Grass Lake, we might have been able to launch our paddleboards from our site, but would have been a little tricky. Energy was better spent on keeping a fire tended with onslaught of unavoidable mosquitoes. Also, park doesn’t permit burning of found woods in the pits…

        • CThe Dyrt PRO User
          Camper-submitted photo from Hankinson Hills Campground
          May. 28, 2024

          Hankinson Hills Campground

          Great place to overnight

          There are gorgeous sites well spaced and lots of shade. Trails to bike ride around. No motorized vehicles allowed so it's quiet. Road in was good gravel. Picnic tables, fire rings and pit toilets. $10 / night. Great find.

        • KThe Dyrt PRO User
          Camper-submitted photo from Swan Lake Resort & Campground
          May. 14, 2024

          Swan Lake Resort & Campground

          Beautiful Quiet Campground

          Wonderful office staff, very kind and helpful. We intended to stay at the tent site but when we arrived we saw a lovely cabin overlooking the lake and decided to give ourselves a treat. It was very clean and comfortable. You can tell they work very hard to make the interior inviting and the kitchen well supplied with nice kitchenware. Highly recommend.

        • SThe Dyrt PRO User
          Camper-submitted photo from Beers Hike-In Site
          Apr. 14, 2024

          Beers Hike-In Site

          Great backpacking site to take your family

          Take the Maplewood church road into the site. There is enough room to park 1 (maybe 2) vehicles. The walk is an easy walk. There is a nice fire pit and good area for fishing right at the site. Also there is a picnic table and a vault toilet. Surprisingly there was toilet paper there!

        • Tori K.The Dyrt PRO User
          Camper-submitted photo from The Homestead at Ottertail RV Park and Resort
          Mar. 31, 2024

          The Homestead at Ottertail RV Park and Resort

          Stayed with family and friends

          Some family friends have a seasonal spot here so we stayed a couple times to spend time with them. They recently added onto the campground, mostly seasonal sites. Fire pits are provided for each site and they are cleaned out between guests. There was a large open field are near the pool so we set up a little disc golfing course! Sites are large and clear of trees and big rig friendly (camped in a roughly 30ft 5th wheel). Picnic table provided at each site. Bathrooms were clean and the pool area was nice to visit on a hot day! can get a little crowded during busy weekend! The road through the campground is dirt and usually smooth.

        • John
          Camper-submitted photo from Sherin Memorial Park
          Oct. 23, 2023

          Sherin Memorial Park

          Harassment/ life treating

          Never visit pelican rapids park or the town. Ther is ppl in the park with hand radio like the police ther acting an impersonation of law. 1 short person 1skiny tall ,1 wanabe kid posing as a firefighter an 1 fat girl acting like she owns an like she is model.. ther ppl hiding in normal clothing.. Too all be careful not to catch a felony charge over dum. Ppl

        • MickandKarla W.The Dyrt PRO User
          Camper-submitted photo from Buffalo River State Park Campground
          Oct. 15, 2023

          Buffalo River State Park Campground

          Nice Little State Park

          This campground(CG) was easy to find. Because it was a Tuesday during the off-season, the check-in gate was not open, so we proceeded back to site 24, which was electric only(50/30/20 AMP) for our two-night stay. This small state park has many trees, but with the road being wide enough, the trees weren't in the way, and with no ditch this was an easy back-in. The sites here are also nicely spaced. A park ranger came by later and gave us our post and vehicle tags. There was highway and train noise. There are mature trees in the CG, but we were able to get enough north sky for Starlink. On Verizon, we got 3 bars. There is potable water at the dump station, which is at the park entrance. The shower/restroom facility was in good shape and clean. We enjoyed the trails, some interpretative, around this state park. As the nights were cooler, we opened our bedroom windows and noticed that trains ran almost continuously through the night. Overall, we had a good visit and would consider staying here again.

        • Laura M.The Dyrt PRO User
          Camper-submitted photo from Lindenwood Campground
          Oct. 5, 2023

          Lindenwood Campground

          Nice place, close to town

          We wanted to explore the cool town of Fargo, but it was too hot to stay at one of the free parking options in town, so this campground just outside of town would have been perfect. Per the online reservation system, there was only one spot left, B10, so we drove over to the park to snag it. Luckily the ranger in the office advised us that we may want to check it out first before paying for it, because of the odd shape. And she was right. We probably could have fit, if we backed up far enough, but the slope of the site was just way, way too steep. Pretty much all of the sites here at this campground were just too steep to be able for us to get comfortable in our 26ft class c. There was a class c with its front end completely on the lifts and the front tires about 2 ft in the air. 

          So, sadly we passed and kept moving. It seems like a really nice campground, very green, nice park like setting. There’s a bike rental, a pond, a huge playground, just a lot of fun things to do with the family. Some of the sites share a little entry driveway so watch for that if you want to camp with friends, or if you want to avoid being overly close to a neighbor.

        • Laura M.The Dyrt PRO User
          Camper-submitted photo from Buffalo River State Park Campground
          Oct. 5, 2023

          Buffalo River State Park Campground

          Everything you need

          Good state park campground with everything you need. You can make your reservations online once you get there, and it’s nice because there’s no online transaction fee. But watch out that you pay the $7 daily state park entry fee as well as the camping fee, because otherwise you'll get a friendly visit from a ranger! 

           There are two loops, one slightly larger one with 50 and 30 amp power (no water or sewer) for $34, and one smaller one with no power for $24. We stayed in a power site because we couldn’t handle the heat anymore, otherwise the smaller one looked a little nicer and quieter and we would have stayed there. 

          Showers were nice and clean and free. Bathrooms were nice. 

          Very nice walking trails all around the campground and throughout the park as a whole. Trash dumpsters here as well as an assortment of segregated recycle bins. Good cell reception with Verizon and ATT. Firewood available at office for $8 and ice for $3. 

          Group camp is off from the main campground a ways, but connected via a little walking trail. There is a dump station and potable water fill at the campground exit. 

          No drinking allowed at any Minnesota State Park campground!

        • Teresa T.The Dyrt PRO User
          Camper-submitted photo from Maplewood State Park Campground
          Oct. 1, 2023

          Maplewood State Park Campground

          Amazing fall colors

          Second visit to the park but first time camping. Our spot was not private and a bit of a walk to the toilet but everyone was quiet and respectful. It is a very large park with miles of hiking trails and some pretty great mountain biking routes. It is a gem with the fall colors and was full the night we were there.

        • Teresa T.The Dyrt PRO User
          Camper-submitted photo from Dead Colt Creek Rec Area
          Sep. 26, 2023

          Dead Colt Creek Rec Area

          It is a very pretty campground

          The lake is very pretty. The swimming area is very nice. They have full bathrooms with showers. A number of different camp sites to be at. Campsites are a little close but I think they're trying to save nicer spots for tents.



        Guide to Wahpeton

        Camping near Wahpeton, North Dakota, offers a mix of beautiful landscapes and fun activities for everyone. Whether you're looking for a peaceful retreat or an adventurous getaway, there are several campgrounds to choose from.

        What to do:

        • Hiking and Biking: Explore the trails at Buffalo River State Park Campground. One visitor mentioned, "We enjoyed the trails, some interpretative, around this state park." The park has a variety of trails that cater to both hikers and bikers.
        • Fishing and Boating: At Lindenwood Campground, you can fish right off the riverbank. One camper noted, "The convenience and price can’t be beat... Very clean bathrooms that are for the overnight campers only."
        • Wildlife Watching: Glendalough State Park Campground is a great spot for spotting deer and various bird species. A visitor shared, "We saw many deer, caught many pan fish and observed an eagle in its nest."

        What campers like:

        • Clean Facilities: Campers appreciate the cleanliness of the restrooms and showers. One review for Buffalo River State Park Campground stated, "The shower/restroom facility was in good shape and clean."
        • Spacious Sites: Many campgrounds, like Maplewood State Park Campground, offer spacious sites. A camper mentioned, "Sites are very spacious, but some are pretty slanted."
        • Friendly Staff: Campers often highlight the helpfulness of the staff. At Swan Lake Resort & Campground, one visitor said, "Wonderful office staff, very kind and helpful."

        What you should know:

        • No Alcohol at Some Parks: If you're planning to drink, be aware that some campgrounds, like Glendalough State Park Campground, do not allow alcohol. A reviewer noted, "No drinking allowed at any Minnesota State Park campground!"
        • Reservations Recommended: Many campgrounds fill up quickly, especially during peak season. One camper at Maplewood State Park Campground advised, "We booked online an electric site that showed full shade and plenty of grass."
        • Wildlife Encounters: Be prepared for wildlife. A visitor at Jorgen's Hollow Campground mentioned, "Heard some coyotes late at night."

        Tips for camping with families:

        • Kid-Friendly Activities: Look for campgrounds with playgrounds and water activities. Tipsinah Mounds City Park has a playground area and offers boat rentals. A family reviewer said, "Great spot for a family with children!"
        • Plan for Meals: Bring easy-to-cook meals or check if the campground has a camp store. One camper at Hartford Beach State Park Campground mentioned, "The electric hook up is pretty far from the picnic table/fire ring area."
        • Safety First: Always keep an eye on kids near water. A visitor at Big Stone Lake State Park Campground noted, "Great access to the lake if you have a boat."

        Tips from RVers:

        • Check Site Levels: Some sites can be uneven, so check before you park. A reviewer at Lindenwood Campground said, "Most sites are uneven, it’s ok for a one-nighter."
        • Bring Long Cords: If you need electricity, ensure you have long cords as some sites have hookups far from the camping area. A camper at Hartford Beach State Park Campground mentioned, "The electric hook up is pretty far from the picnic table/fire ring area."
        • Explore Nearby Towns: If you need supplies, towns like Ortonville are just a short drive away. One camper at Big Stone Lake State Park Campground said, "Only 7 miles into town for forgotten supplies or a specialty coffee."

        Camping around Wahpeton, North Dakota, has something for everyone, from families to RV enthusiasts. Enjoy the great outdoors!

        Frequently Asked Questions

        • What camping is available near Wahpeton, ND?

          According to TheDyrt.com, Wahpeton, ND offers a wide range of camping options, with 50 campgrounds and RV parks near Wahpeton, ND and 1 free dispersed camping spot.

        • Which is the most popular campground near Wahpeton, ND?

          According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular campground near Wahpeton, ND is Maplewood State Park Campground with a 4.3-star rating from 25 reviews.

        • Where can I find free dispersed camping near Wahpeton, ND?

          According to TheDyrt.com, there is 1 free dispersed camping spot near Wahpeton, ND.

        • What parks are near Wahpeton, ND?

          According to TheDyrt.com, there are 4 parks near Wahpeton, ND that allow camping, notably Ashtabula Lake and Mississippi River Headwaters - Cross Lake.