Within Sheyenne National Grassland, Hankinson Hills Campground provides Forest Service camping on gravel roads that require attention during wet conditions. The campground features two distinct loops—one designated for horse camping and another for standard camping—with spacious sites that can accommodate larger RVs on dry ground.
Most campsites include shade trees, fire rings, and picnic tables, though the open terrain means some sites receive more sun exposure than others. Campers report good cell service for remote work, with Verizon providing adequate coverage throughout the area. The campground maintains vault toilets and drinking water, typical amenities for Forest Service dry camping at $10 per night.
A multi-use trail system circles the grassland for approximately five to six miles, with separate paths for hiking and biking. "No motorized vehicles allowed so it's quiet," notes Claudia H., though train sounds carry through the area periodically. The grassland represents an original remnant of oak-grass prairie ecosystem, with active cattle grazing visible near the campground boundaries.
Visitors should prepare for biting insects during summer months and watch for stickers that can affect pets. The campground typically remains uncrowded except during holiday weekends, making it suitable for campers seeking space between sites.
Description
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.
RV Road Trip Guides
Location
Public CampgroundHankinson Hills Campground is located in North Dakota
Directions
**Directions from ND I-29:** Take Exit 8 and head west to Hankinson, ND on Highway 11. Continue west on Highway 11, go about two miles past Hankinson and turn north onto 165th Avenue SE. Travel north for about one and a half miles and turn west onto 91st Street SE. Travel west for about one and a quarter miles and turn north into the Hankinson Hills unit. Continue north until you reach the campground.
Coordinates
46.11994016 N
96.96781827 W
Connectivity
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Connectivity
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- VerizonLTESome CoverageVerified by 2 usersLast on 5/5/26
- AT&TLTESome Coverage
Access
- Drive-InPark next to your site
Site Types
- Tent Sites
- RV Sites
- Standard (Tent/RV)
- Group
- Equestrian
Features
For Campers
- ADA Access
- Picnic Table
- Phone Service
- Drinking Water
- Toilets
- Alcohol
- Pets
- Fires
For Vehicles
- Pull-Through Sites
- Big Rig Friendly
Drive Time
- 51 min from Fargo, ND
- 1 hr 51 min from Grand Forks, ND
- 2 hrs 25 min from St. Cloud, MN
- 2 hrs 41 min from Sioux Falls, SD
