Beaver Lake State Park sits about 15 miles southwest of Wishek, North Dakota on the prairie landscape at an elevation of approximately 2,000 feet. The park offers year-round camping with sites spaced among trees and grasslands that support diverse wildlife populations. Winter temperatures regularly dip below freezing while summer brings warmer conditions suitable for lake activities.
What to do
Wildlife viewing opportunities: At Whitestone Hill Historic Site, campers can observe native species while enjoying the natural setting. "Wide open spaces near cool historic site. No services but a restroom and picnic tables. We loved it," notes Jessica H. The site provides access to a small lake where Rick H. mentions you can "do some fishing" during your stay.
Seasonal mowing schedule: Parks in the region maintain regular lawn care throughout summer, creating well-kept camping areas. At Medina City Park, campers note the attention to grounds maintenance: "Sunday evening is lawn mowing day. We bunched up our camp and they came as close as they could. It's nice to see this so well maintained," reports Art S.
Fishing access: Several campgrounds provide direct water access for anglers. At West Pollock Recreation Area, the Missouri River (Lake Oahe) attracts fishermen throughout the season. According to Rob R., "This park is located on Lake Oahe which is a part of the Missouri River and is a popular place for fisherman."
What campers like
Local amenities within walking distance: Campers appreciate the convenience of nearby services at pet-friendly campgrounds near Wishek. At Medina City Park, Jacob K. notes it's "walking distance to a laundromat, bakery and diner" with "showers, facilities and sewer dump available."
Historical attractions: Whitestone Hill Historic Site offers camping near significant landmarks. Teresa T. explains, "The attraction of course is the Whitestone battlefield across the small lake from here which is walkable distance and has a memorial to what happened on that site."
Value pricing: Affordable camping options abound in the region. Terry describes Medina City Park as a "great quick stop" with "$15.00 a night, power, water, dump station, bathroom, shower." Similarly, sites at most dog friendly campgrounds near Wishek offer competitive rates compared to more commercial locations.
What you should know
Seasonal facility closures: Water and bathroom facilities may close during colder months. At Beaver Creek, Gregory notes: "Drinking water and showers are seasonal, so check the website if you need these to be operational." This applies to many campgrounds in the region.
Cell service limitations: Remote locations may have spotty connectivity. Teresa T. mentions at Beaver Lake State Park: "I needed to use my Tesla Rome network I don't have good enough cell reception to work from here so keep that in mind if you're a traveler who's working."
Train noise considerations: Some campgrounds experience periodic train disturbances. At Nineteen26 Campground and Lodge, Tabitha S. reports: "Only downside is there are trains coming through a block away several times during the night and the whistle did wake us up twice."
Tips for camping with families
Playground facilities: Several pet-friendly sites offer recreational facilities for children. Rob A. reports that Medina City Park provides "showers bathrooms tennis court kid playground picnic tables covered area w picnic tables ball field."
Fishing opportunities for kids: Lake access points provide family-friendly fishing spots. Lucy P. describes Beaver Creek Recreation Area as having a "pretty" lake where local anglers regularly catch catfish and walleye according to visitor reports.
Storm shelter access: Some campgrounds include emergency facilities. At Lakeside City Park in Eureka, Bibs O. notes: "Located centrally in the park is a tornado shelter, kind of a nice touch" which provides peace of mind for families camping during unpredictable weather periods.
Tips from RVers
Site levelness varies: At pet-friendly campgrounds near Wishek, RV sites may require leveling equipment. Jeremiah S. describes Beaver Lake State Park sites as "a pull through and fairly level. Not much level yard space but nice spacing."
Power options differ by site number: At Lakeside City Park - Eureka, Bibs O. advises: "Sites 1-13 are 30-20 amp service. Sites 14-18 are 50-30-20 amp service," helping RVers choose sites that match their electrical requirements.
Limited shade at some locations: Certain campgrounds offer minimal tree cover for RVs. Teresa T. describes Weaver Park-Edgeley Campground: "You're essentially parked in the Sun. With hookups and a patch of grass but otherwise no shade," suggesting visitors bring awnings or shade structures during summer months.
