Free Camping Collection
Established Camping
Nelson Carlson Lake
Nelson Carlson Lake in North Dakota offers a camping experience surrounded by flat plains and open landscapes. Temperatures can range from lows of 10°F in winter to highs of 85°F in summer. Nearby attractions include Lake Sakakawea, which provides opportunities for fishing and boating.
Description
Another great hot spot to enjoy the summer day is Nelson Carlson. This is a great area to bring your personal water craft and relax. There is an exceptional swim beach with various fire pits, picnic tables, and areas to camp at your leisure. If you’re looking for activities outside of the water, we have a swing set along with a tire swing for the whole family to enjoy!
Limited to 3 Consecutive Days No Reservations (first come, first serve) No Running Water, Electric, or Water Services
Location
Nelson Carlson Lake is located in North Dakota
Coordinates
47.92106021293034 N
101.47033695317734 W
Connectivity
T-Mobile5GGood Coverage
VerizonLTESome Coverage- AT&TLTESome Coverage
Detours Nearby
Mitchell Lake
1 hr 32 min away
Sweet Briar Lake Campsites
1 hr 35 min away
Drive Time
- 33 min from Minot
- 1 hr 29 min from Bismarck
- 3 hrs 31 min from Grand Forks
- 4 hrs 2 min from Fargo
Connectivity
- T-Mobile5GGood Coverage
- VerizonLTESome Coverage
- AT&TLTESome Coverage
Access
- Drive-InPark next to your site
- Walk-InPark in a lot, walk to your site.
Site Types
- Tent Sites
- RV Sites
- Standard (Tent/RV)
- Group
Features
For Campers
- ADA Access
- Trash
- Picnic Table
- Phone Service
- WiFi
- Toilets
- Alcohol
- Pets
- Fires
FREE established camping
Enjoy camping on government land. Limited or no services at this camping area.
PERMIT might be REQUIRED
We curate permit requirements across the US for our PRO members. Try PRO to see if Nelson Carlson Lake needs a permit.
