North Dakota / Barnes County

East Ashtabula Crossing

Closed — Closed for the season. The campground operates from early May through late September. Reservations available through Recreation.gov.

About

East Ashtabula Crossing Campground occupies 12 developed acres on a wooded hillside overlooking Lake Ashtabula in eastern North Dakota. As one of the most popular campgrounds managed by the Corps of Engineers in the region, it offers 38 campsites with modern amenities and access to diverse recreational opportunities year-round. The campground features 32 sites with electric hookups and 6 walk-to sites, all situated among trees that provide shade for most camping areas. Facilities include flush toilets, drinking water, a swimming beach, playground, and picnic shelter. A dump station, fishing pier, and boat ramp are within walking distance. Lake Ashtabula, formed by the 1944 construction of Baldhill Dam, provides excellent fishing for walleye, northern pike, white bass, yellow perch, and black bullhead. The lake features seven boat ramps, three accessible fishing piers, and four automated fish cleaning stations. The campground lies in the heart of North Dakota's prairie pothole region, where glacially-carved lakes create prime habitat for migratory waterfowl. White pelicans gather in large flocks during summer, while spring and fall bring abundant water birds. Nearly 3,000 acres of surrounding land managed by the Corps offers wildlife viewing, birding, hiking, and hunting opportunities. The 63-mile Sheyenne River Valley National Scenic Byway and 35 miles of the North Country National Scenic Trail are accessible nearby. Valley City is less than 15 miles away for supplies and services.

Directions

From Interstate 94, take Valley City exit 292. Follow signs through Valley City and take County Road 21 north for 15 miles to the campground.

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