Do you feel the need to get out into nature for a few days and get some fresh air but don’t really feel like the whole sleeping on the ground thing? Pitching a tent and building a fire can be a hassle for some and not everyone has a big RV or camper to circumvent that. Even if you absolutely despise camping, there are still places in North Dakota you can go to stretch your legs, refresh yourself, and relax in luxury. From cabins to yurts, here are some comfortable places to camp that even a city slicker would love:
- Wannagan Creek Cabins — Medora
Wannagan Creek Cabins/Facebook Camp out right against the steep, colorful walls of the badlands at the Wannagan Creek Cabins. Located near the scenic town of Medora, they’ll put you right in a spot that’s surrounded by gorgeous scenery while allowing you to sleep in comfort. The cabins all have full kitchens, two bedrooms, living rooms with TV, bathrooms, and have heat and A/C. It’s basically like staying in a hotel suite but even better. Sit outside on one of the porches and gaze over the beauty of the badlands and you definitely won’t regret staying here.
For reservation info and more, click here.
- Cross Ranch State Park — Hensler
NDPRD/Flickr Enjoy the serenity of an untouched stretch of the Missouri River at Cross Ranch State Park. You could camp under the stars if you wanted to, but this park also has plenty of accommodations for those who prefer otherwise. Cabins like the York Cabin have a full kitchen, bathroom, bedrooms, living room, heat, and A/C, while also providing you with a grill and fire ring so you can still get some of that authentic camping experience. There are other cabins available and even a yurt. The Pretty Point Yurt has everything the York Cabin has but in a permanent tent. Now that’s camping in style!
For reservation info and more, click here.
- Lake Metigoshe State Park — Bottineau
NDPRD/Flickr The truly incredible Lake Metigoshe State Park is a getaway everyone should want to take. Not only is the area breathtakingly gorgeous and serene, it also has some of the best camping in the state. The park has quite a few cabins available for all levels of comfort. You could stay at the Osprey Cabin, a more primitive cabin that can only be hiked or biked to. Or stay at the Cormorant Cabin with everything you need but running water. Need more than that? The Loon Lodge, Slemmen Lodge, and White Pelican Cabin all come fully equipped with kitchens, bedrooms, bathrooms, and more.
For reservation info and more, click here.
- Fort Ransom State Park — Fort Ransom
NDPRD/Flickr The scenic Fort Ransom State Park, tucked into the Sheyenne River Valley, has everything you need for a perfect stay as someone who hates camping. Even if a cabin is a little too far for you, they still have you covered! You can stay at an entire house, called the Bjone House, which is more than 100 years old and fully equipped to accommodate all your needs. There is also, of course, cabins, two luxurious yurts, and campgrounds.
For reservation info and more, click here.
- Pipestem Creek Bed & Birding — Carrington
azariah2015/Tripadvisor Enjoy a quiet trip out in the country at Pipestem Creek Bed & Birding. They have the cutest accommodations with everything you need and more, all located at such a lovely place. There are multiple houses, cabins, and even a historic grain bin renovated into a cabin. All of this is located in a quiet, beautiful area with lots of birds to see.
For reservation info and more, click here.
- Turtle River State Park — Grand Forks
NDPRD/Flickr Take a break from the city life and head out to a perfect slice of paradise that is Turtle River State Park. The park has 12 Woodland Cabins that are all equipped with bathrooms, showers, beds, and are located right among the trees of the river valley. For reservation info and more, click here.
If you feel like you enjoy camping where you’re actually sleeping under the stars more, North Dakota has plenty of that, too. Check out this truly stunning campground that might be just what you’re looking for.
Wannagan Creek Cabins/Facebook
Camp out right against the steep, colorful walls of the badlands at the Wannagan Creek Cabins. Located near the scenic town of Medora, they’ll put you right in a spot that’s surrounded by gorgeous scenery while allowing you to sleep in comfort. The cabins all have full kitchens, two bedrooms, living rooms with TV, bathrooms, and have heat and A/C. It’s basically like staying in a hotel suite but even better. Sit outside on one of the porches and gaze over the beauty of the badlands and you definitely won’t regret staying here.
For reservation info and more, click here.
NDPRD/Flickr
Enjoy the serenity of an untouched stretch of the Missouri River at Cross Ranch State Park. You could camp under the stars if you wanted to, but this park also has plenty of accommodations for those who prefer otherwise. Cabins like the York Cabin have a full kitchen, bathroom, bedrooms, living room, heat, and A/C, while also providing you with a grill and fire ring so you can still get some of that authentic camping experience. There are other cabins available and even a yurt. The Pretty Point Yurt has everything the York Cabin has but in a permanent tent. Now that’s camping in style!
For reservation info and more, click here.
The truly incredible Lake Metigoshe State Park is a getaway everyone should want to take. Not only is the area breathtakingly gorgeous and serene, it also has some of the best camping in the state. The park has quite a few cabins available for all levels of comfort. You could stay at the Osprey Cabin, a more primitive cabin that can only be hiked or biked to. Or stay at the Cormorant Cabin with everything you need but running water. Need more than that? The Loon Lodge, Slemmen Lodge, and White Pelican Cabin all come fully equipped with kitchens, bedrooms, bathrooms, and more.
For reservation info and more, click here.
The scenic Fort Ransom State Park, tucked into the Sheyenne River Valley, has everything you need for a perfect stay as someone who hates camping. Even if a cabin is a little too far for you, they still have you covered! You can stay at an entire house, called the Bjone House, which is more than 100 years old and fully equipped to accommodate all your needs. There is also, of course, cabins, two luxurious yurts, and campgrounds.
For reservation info and more, click here.
azariah2015/Tripadvisor
Enjoy a quiet trip out in the country at Pipestem Creek Bed & Birding. They have the cutest accommodations with everything you need and more, all located at such a lovely place. There are multiple houses, cabins, and even a historic grain bin renovated into a cabin. All of this is located in a quiet, beautiful area with lots of birds to see.
For reservation info and more, click here.
Take a break from the city life and head out to a perfect slice of paradise that is Turtle River State Park. The park has 12 Woodland Cabins that are all equipped with bathrooms, showers, beds, and are located right among the trees of the river valley. For reservation info and more, click here.
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