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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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Sue B

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December 30, 2025 Stayed at: 13, Loop: Mandan

Beautiful location and an excellent host. This place is a hidden gem.

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Josh S

December 28, 2025

This campground is one of my favorites in the US. Easily accessible from the highway, with large camping spots and beautifully situated within the rolling hills, the location is a gateway to abundant, unbroken nature.

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Deborah T

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December 27, 2025 Stayed at: 12, Loop: Mandan

Nice

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Kathryn H

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December 25, 2025 Stayed at: 6, Loop: Mandan

This was a beautiful, well organized camp ground with a helpful and friendly camp host. The night sky was clear and we could see the Milky Way.

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Tracy B

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December 24, 2025 Stayed at: 9, Loop: Mandan

Wonderful, quiet campground. Even had showers!

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Craig P

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December 23, 2025 Stayed at: 13, Loop: Mandan

Quiet, peaceful, and nice.

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ken k

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December 23, 2025 Stayed at: 4, Loop: Mandan

Camp host was fabulous. Beautiful campground.

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Mark A

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November 2, 2025 Stayed at: 15, Loop: Mandan

Private sights, roomy for our 40’ 5th wheel. Nice camp host. Clean and well cared for. Cell coverage was challenging but Starlink worked well but had to work around trees.

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Kevin K

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October 21, 2025 Stayed at: 14, Loop: Mandan

Clean campground. The hot shower was amazing after a long day of hunting.

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Susan N

October 6, 2025

This im was a good overnight spot. You are near the road but still peaceeful. Restrooms clean sites flat for tents

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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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