Campgrounds in Sakakawea Lake
3 campgrounds with 218 campsites. 1 of them have no electric hookups.
Garrison Dam, ND is located 75 miles northwest of Bismarck on the Missouri River. Lake Sakakawea is 178 miles long with 1,340 miles of shoreline and extends from Riverdale to Trenton. There are 35 recreation areas around Lake Sakakawea offering outdoor recreation opportunities such as camping, boating, fishing, sailing and hunting. The lake is an important resting stop for whooping cranes and a nesting area for the least tern and piping plover.
Description: Recreation.gov.
Campgrounds in Sakakawea Lake
| Campground | Nearest town | Sites | Electric | Max RV |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Downstream Campground | Riverdale | 111 | 95 | 79 ft |
| East Totten Trail Campground | Riverdale | 40 | 30 | – |
| Wolf Creek Campground | Riverdale | 67 | None | – |
What to bring to Sakakawea Lake
Portable power stations
Silent battery power for lights, phones, fans, CPAP machines and 12V fridges.
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Recharge a power station during the day, so it lasts the whole trip.
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More power for RVs and air conditioning. Check the campground's generator hours.
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Frequently asked questions
How many campgrounds are in Sakakawea Lake?
3 campgrounds with 218 campsites between them.
Do campgrounds in Sakakawea Lake have electric hookups?
2 of the 3 have at least some electric sites. The rest are dry camping, so bring your own power.