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About Buffalo Gap Campground (ND)

Buffalo Gap campground, located in the heart of western North Dakota. 

Available sites

17 total sites

Seasonal information

2026 (Current year)

2026 Season availability

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Currently open - Sep 9 to Dec 31

Campground Amenities

Water and Hygiene

Water and Hygiene

  • Potable Water
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Rates, Sites & Availability

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17 Sites Available

Site
Price
⛺ 1, Loop: Mandan Tent
Pet Friendly · Campfire
$20
/ per night
⛺ 10, Loop: Mandan Tent
Paved · Pet Friendly · Campfire
⛺ 11, Loop: Mandan Tent
Paved · Pet Friendly · Campfire
⛺ 12, Loop: Mandan Tent
Paved · Pet Friendly · Campfire
⛺ 13, Loop: Mandan Tent
Pet Friendly · Campfire
⛺ 14, Loop: Mandan Tent
Pet Friendly · Campfire
⛺ 15, Loop: Mandan Tent
Pet Friendly · Campfire
⛺ 16, Loop: Mandan Tent
Pet Friendly · Campfire
⛺ 17, Loop: Mandan Tent
Pet Friendly · Campfire
⛺ 27, Loop: Hidatsa Tent
Pet Friendly · Campfire
⛺ 3, Loop: Mandan Tent
Pet Friendly · Campfire
⛺ 4, Loop: Mandan Tent
Pet Friendly · Campfire
⛺ 5, Loop: Mandan Tent
Pet Friendly · Campfire
⛺ 6, Loop: Mandan Tent
Pet Friendly · Campfire
⛺ 7, Loop: Mandan Tent
Pet Friendly · Campfire
⛺ 8, Loop: Mandan Tent
Pet Friendly · Campfire
⛺ 9, Loop: Mandan Tent
Pet Friendly · Campfire

Reviews

127 reviews

Summary

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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.

Based on guest feedback

4.2

Overall rating

Based on 127 reviews

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5 stars 54.3% (69)
4 stars 24.4% (31)
3 stars 10.2% (13)
2 stars 9.4% (12)
1 star 1.6% (2)

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Andrew S

Verified

July 6, 2025 Stayed at: 4, Loop: Mandan

Great spot, however the lights on the outside of the bathrooms were very bright at night making it hard to sleep in a tent at site 4. Darth the Ranger was great!

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Laura J

July 7, 2025

Great campsites! It was perfect for camping outside Teddy Roosevelt.

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Harold H

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July 11, 2025 Stayed at: 3, Loop: Mandan

Good, level, large site that was private and quiet. Just a few miles from Medora.

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Jennifer B

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July 11, 2025 Stayed at: 3, Loop: Mandan

This campground was well maintained, quiet, spacious and offered shade. I would definitely camp here again.

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YOUNG S

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July 15, 2025 Stayed at: 27, Loop: Hidatsa

Beautiful campground and easy access
Host was friendly and offering me to choose another site when hwy noises too loud
But it was quite and less traffic in night
Shower room was clean and had
hot water
One happy camping to remember

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Kim A

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July 19, 2025 Stayed at: 5, Loop: Mandan

Very quiet campground. Our site was up a hill, but we were able to level our RV. Bathroom and shower great.

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Randy C

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July 22, 2025 Stayed at: 3, Loop: Mandan

Very convenient to go to Theodore Roosevelt NP, and Medora. Not far from freeway but I noticed very little highway noise. The host was helpful and friendly. There was a shower facility available and the site was level with a moderate amount of shade

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Lauren K

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July 22, 2025 Stayed at: 5, Loop: Mandan

The showers were cold and smelled like eggs but were mostly clean. Bathrooms were clean but there are NO lights in the bathroom at all - so you have to bring your own light after sunset. Camp manager was super kind & friendly. There were dogs staying at a site close that barked throughout the night and kept our crew awake. Not the best but not the worst!

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Kimberly H

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July 23, 2025 Stayed at: 5, Loop: Mandan

Conveniently located right off the interstate, though the noise does often carry into the campground. Having the showers for free was amazing and the camp host was great!

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Cara H

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July 24, 2025 Stayed at: 3, Loop: Mandan

Very quiet, very clean. Always felt safe walking around.

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Location & Directions for Buffalo Gap Campground (ND)

99 23rd Ave W., Dickinson, ND 58601 United States

Elevation: 788 ft

Nearest town

Dickinson, ND - 45 mi

About 41 min to downtown

Highway access

Buffalo Gap Campground is accessible via Interstate 94, which is approximately 25 miles to the southeast.

Near Theodore Roosevelt National Park

The closest entrance is: South Unit Entrance Station

Approximate drive: 9.1 mi · 16 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: October 25, 2026

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