Beaver Creek Recreation Area
Closed — Closed for the season. The campground typically operates from May through September, with peak season from mid-May to early September. A partial campground closure is in effect for the 2025 season. All sites are 100% reservable through Recreation.gov with zero-day booking window.
Special Weather Statement issued March 16 at 9:28PM CDT by NWS Bismarck ND
An area of precipitation is forecast to develop across western and central North Dakota late tonight into Tuesday morning. Most of the precipitation could fall as snow, with high chances for at least one inch of accumulation along and east of Highway 83. However, there could also be a period of light freezing rain after the snow ends, and far western parts of the state could just see light freezing rain. The western half of the state has medium chances for at least a glaze of ice accumulation through Tuesday morning, with lower chances to the east. The snow and freezing rain could make roads very slick for the Tuesday morning commute. Be sure to allow extra time to reach your destination, and check the latest road conditions before departing. Do not use cruise control when driving on icy roads, and leave plenty of stopping distance ahead of you. Temperatures are expected to quickly warm above freezing from west to east from mid Tuesday morning through the afternoon.
About
Beaver Creek Recreation Area sits on the north shore of Beaver Bay on Lake Oahe, 16 miles west of Linton. The campground features 61 reservable sites, with 45 offering 30-amp electric hookups and 16 non-electric sites. Lake Oahe is the fourth largest reservoir by water volume in the United States, stretching 231 miles from Pierre, South Dakota to Bismarck, North Dakota with 2,250 miles of shoreline. The recreation area provides a three-lane boat ramp with two docks, plus an additional single-lane ramp on the southeast side of the bay. A fish cleaning station with seasonal water and electricity is located near the boat ramp. Anglers target walleye, northern pike, and yellow perch in the reservoir. Water enthusiasts enjoy boating, water skiing, and swimming. The campground features playgrounds and a nature trail for families, along with a group day-use picnic shelter with electric hookups. The surrounding mixed grass prairie and Lake Oahe shoreline offer hunting opportunities for deer, pronghorn, grouse, dove, pheasant, partridge, squirrel, rabbit, and waterfowl. The campground operates seasonally from May through September, with peak season typically running from mid-May through early September. A partial campground closure is in effect for the 2025 season due to temporary adjustments in Army Corps of Engineers operations.
Directions
From Bismarck, take University Drive south (becomes ND Highway 1804) and continue south for approximately 50 miles to the intersection with ND Highway 13. Turn right and continue on ND Highway 1804 south for approximately 3 miles. Recreation area is on the right. From Linton, travel 13 miles west on ND Highway 13 to the junction with ND Highway 1804, then travel west another 3 miles.
Nearby Campgrounds
- Hazelton Recreation Area 19mi
- Fort Abraham Lincoln State Park Day Use 38mi
- Fort Abraham Lincoln State Park Horse Camp 38mi
- Fort Abraham Lincoln State Park Main Campground 39mi
- Beaver Lake State Park Equipment Rental 45mi
- Beaver Lake State Park Day Use 45mi
- Beaver Lake State Park Campground 45mi
- Cross Ranch State Park Sanger Campground 68mi
- Cross Ranch State Park Campground 70mi
Amenities
| Water | Yes |
| Fires Allowed | Yes |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | — |
| Wifi | — |
| Pets Allowed | Yes |
| Showers | — |
| Electric Hookups | Yes |
| Water Hookups | No |
| Sewer Hookups | No |
| Camp Store | — |
| Price | $14 - $18 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | 57ft |
| Max Trailer Length | 57ft |
| Big Rig Friendly | — |
| Pull Through Sites | No |
Contact
| oahecampgrounds@usace.army.mil | |
| Phone | +1 (701) 255-0015 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | Yes |
| Verizon | Yes |
| T-Mobile | None |
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