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About Buffalo Gap Campground (ND)
Number of accommodations: 17
Seasonal information
2026 Season availability
Campground Amenities
Water and Hygiene
- Potable Water
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Reviews (111)
What Guests Are Saying
Buffalo Gap Campground offers a peaceful and well-maintained environment, ideal for relaxation and stargazing, especially close to Medora and Theodore Roosevelt National Park. Campers appreciated the spacious sites, friendly hosts, and clean facilities, including hot showers. While some noted issues with site reservations and minor maintenance concerns, the overall sentiment is positive, highlighting the campground as a hidden gem for nature lovers.
What Guests Are Saying
Buffalo Gap Campground offers a peaceful and well-maintained environment, ideal for relaxation and stargazing, especially close to Medora and Theodore Roosevelt National Park. Campers appreciated the spacious sites, friendly hosts, and clean facilities, including hot showers. While some noted issues with site reservations and minor maintenance concerns, the overall sentiment is positive, highlighting the campground as a hidden gem for nature lovers.
Review Summary
Diana M
VerifiedJune 29, 2026 • Stayed at: 16, Loop: Mandan
Large private sites. Quiet and peaceful. The outdoor pavillion was helpful.
Gary H
VerifiedJune 28, 2026 • Stayed at: 5, Loop: Mandan
There was a water main break during the winter that was not repaired when we visited in early June, so we did not have any bathrooms or showers! We were not notified of the issues prior to our stay. The host was sympathetic but unable to refund the fees we paid!
Kari C
VerifiedJune 25, 2026 • Stayed at: 9, Loop: Mandan
Nice campground in a good location near Theodore Roosevelt National Park. Unfortunately two of the main bathrooms were closed during my stay.
Les M
VerifiedJune 23, 2026 • Stayed at: 3, Loop: Mandan
We love Buffalo Gap! Unfortunately, the flush toilets weren't working, but the dump station is! Also, the entire campground was in dire need to be mowed. It was very overgrown and not looking very good.
Pat O
VerifiedJune 20, 2026 • Stayed at: 7, Loop: Mandan
The campsite we utilize needs some renovation. The picking table was sunk and not level. Had to shim up my stove with a 2x4. Also the weeds could have been beaten back. The fact that this was a reservable campsite should have encouraged the camp host to provide a slight bit of maintenance prior to people utilizing this site. The bathrooms were down for renovation but the showers worked. Also this site is a very highly sloped location. All in all it was functional but this site needs some work
J Michael O
VerifiedJune 9, 2026 • Stayed at: 14, Loop: Mandan
Arrived a little after 4 pm. The site reserved was supposed to be level, it wasn't. It had a big uphill to a small semi level spot. However, I couldn't unhook the hitch from the truck due to the slope. Talked to host about changing sites, he said no. So, I had to book another site at the same campground since USDA FS would not let me switch reserved site to another open site. Policy stinks, site descriptions are inaccurate. Better off just showing up without a reservation.
David M
VerifiedJune 1, 2026 • Stayed at: 6, Loop: Mandan
Buffalo Gap is one of our favorites. The sites are quiet in a wooded draw. Beautiful
Alexandra H
VerifiedJune 1, 2026 • Stayed at: 8, Loop: Mandan
It was a gorgeous area, but very poorly managed. I am a state park manager myself and I understand how important communication and upkeep is. Everything online shows that this campground is fully open for the season, but when we arrived everything was still winterized and there was only one potable water spigot (we are well past freezing temps at night, so things should be open.) The lift station light was left blinking and beeping the entire 3 days we were there. After talking with the campground host, he’s paying for minor repairs and supplies out of his own pocket and he can’t get ahold of anyone out of the regional office. I emailed the supervisor of the regional office to ask them why signage and website information was not updated, and a week later have yet to receive a response. To the USFS folks who manage this campground, you’re doing a very poor job.
Dave H
VerifiedMay 30, 2026 • Stayed at: 17, Loop: Mandan
Awesome site, and an awesome host. Loved our quick trip and plan on coming back
Sue B
VerifiedDecember 30, 2025 • Stayed at: 13, Loop: Mandan
Beautiful location and an excellent host. This place is a hidden gem.
Location Buffalo Gap Campground (ND)
Address:
99 23rd Ave W.
Dickinson, ND, 58601
United States
Buffalo Gap Campground is accessible via Interstate 94, which is approximately 25 miles to the southeast.
Elevation: 788 feet
45 mi drive to downtown Dickinson (about 41 min)
Policies & Rules
General
- Don't Move Firewood: Prevent the spread of tree-killing pests by obtaining firewood near your destination and burning it on-site. For more information visit dontmovefirewood.org.
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Last updated: September 10, 2026
