OutReserve

Hazelton Recreation Area

Hazelton Boat Ramp view from the high bank
Hazelton Recreation Area
Hazelton Recreation Area
Hazelton Recreation Area
Fish Cleaning Station at Hazelton Recreation Area

Featured amenities

Pet Friendly
Pet Friendly

About Hazelton Recreation Area

Hazelton Recreation Area is located on the east bank of the Missouri River on Lake Oahe just south of Bismarck, North Dakota. The lake is formed by the Oahe Dam in South Dakota, which was built during the Flood Control Act of 1944, commonly called the Pick-Sloan Plan. The lake and dam are named for the Oahe Indian Mission established in 1874 among the Lakota Sioux Indians. Over 50 recreation areas are scattered around Lake Oahe, where camping, fishing, boating and hunting are popular activities. For more information, please visit the Oahe Dam & Lake website .

Number of accommodations: 30

Campground Amenities

  • Pet Friendly
    Pet Friendly
  • Lake Access
    Lake Access

Seasonal information

2026 (Current year)

2026 Season availability

Current season
Upcoming seasons
Past seasons
Closed periods
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Currently closed - Opens on May 1

Sites & Availability

30 Sites Available

Site
Price
🚐 001, Loop: HAZELTON
50 Amp · Electric Only
Price not available
🚐 002, Loop: HAZELTON
50 Amp · Electric Only
Price not available
🚐 003, Loop: HAZELTON
50 Amp · Electric Only
Price not available
🚐 004, Loop: HAZELTON
50 Amp · Electric Only
Price not available
🚐 005, Loop: HAZELTON
50 Amp · Electric Only
Price not available
🚐 006, Loop: HAZELTON
50 Amp · Electric Only
Price not available
🚐 007, Loop: HAZELTON
50 Amp · Electric Only
Price not available
🚐 008, Loop: HAZELTON
50 Amp · Electric Only
Price not available
🚐 009, Loop: HAZELTON
50 Amp · Electric Only
Price not available
🚐 010, Loop: HAZELTON
50 Amp · Electric Only
Price not available
🚐 011, Loop: HAZELTON
50 Amp · Electric Only
Price not available
🚐 012, Loop: HAZELTON
50 Amp · Electric Only
Price not available
🚐 013, Loop: HAZELTON
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 014, Loop: HAZELTON
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 015, Loop: HAZELTON
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 016, Loop: HAZELTON
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 017, Loop: HAZELTON
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 018, Loop: HAZELTON
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 019, Loop: HAZELTON
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 020, Loop: HAZELTON
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 021, Loop: HAZELTON
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 022, Loop: HAZELTON
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 023, Loop: HAZELTON
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 024, Loop: HAZELTON
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 025, Loop: HAZELTON
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 026, Loop: HAZELTON
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 027, Loop: HAZELTON
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 028, Loop: HAZELTON
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 029, Loop: HAZELTON
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 030, Loop: HAZELTON
No Hookups
Price not available

Reviews (34)

What Guests Are Saying

Hazelton Recreation Area is a favorite stop for visitors, offering excellent internet, shore fishing, and scenic walking paths. Many enjoy the tranquility of the park, often experiencing it with few other visitors. The stunning sunrises and sunsets are highlighted as a standout feature.

Review Summary

4.4
34 reviews
5
47.1%
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4
41.2%
14
3
11.8%
4
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james d

Verified

August 14, 2024 Stayed at: 012, Loop: HAZELTON

5

I travel up to Bismarck every year and really enjoy stopping here for a week. Great internet, shore fishing, and walking around paths. Such a great park and I’m usually the only one there during the week. I don’t think there’s better sunrise and sunsets anywhere.

Debra F

Verified

August 1, 2023 Stayed at: 011, Loop: HAZELTON

4

We were glad when we got there that water was available; Even if not at the site. Some information being more obvious would have been nice. Having a period on the description for facility information is just lazy. The campground was fine,
Simple some shade, 50Amp was fantastic. The road work wasn’t the camps issue, just a local challenge. My complaint is the last of obvious information to make a decision on a an unfamiliar camp.

Albert R

Verified

May 21, 2023 Stayed at: 011, Loop: HAZELTON

5

Great little site, peaceful and quiet for this time of year. 13 lined squirrels put on a show daily. Enjoyed Bismarck’s Buckspot Junction.

linda m

Verified

October 2, 2022 Stayed at: 008, Loop: HAZELTON

5

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Brent B

Verified

September 8, 2022 Stayed at: 002, Loop: HAZELTON

5

james d

Verified

August 27, 2022 Stayed at: 019, Loop: HAZELTON

5

I enjoy staying here at Hazleton and down the way at Beaver Creek. weekends there’s a crowd in the electric sites, weekdays there’s usually just me. I just like to walk around and now and then try fishing the lake. Over in Linton there’s a butcher shop next to the market - great sirloin cuts for the grill. Nice little bar and grill up the road at Beaver Creek with Friday night specials.

Andy N

Verified

August 16, 2022 Stayed at: 007, Loop: HAZELTON

5

Quiet and clean
Great place to stay

linda m

Verified

July 28, 2022 Stayed at: 006, Loop: HAZELTON

5

Great love the place very clean we go there every year Fun on weekends and nice and Quiet in the middle of week .

Roger B

Verified

July 20, 2022 Stayed at: 012, Loop: HAZELTON

5

We were there in the middle of the week. We had one other fellow camper with us. The campground was clean and manicured. Nice playground for children.

Matthew C

Verified

June 9, 2022 Stayed at: 005, Loop: HAZELTON

4

Nice facility but in the heat of summer, no shade.

Location Hazelton Recreation Area

Address:
U.S. Army Corps Of Engineers
Hazelton, ND, 58544
United States

Latitude & Longitude: 46.5206 / -100.543

Elevation: 506 feet

Policies & Rules

Category About
General

All public-use of Lake Oahe Project Lands and Waters is governed by Title 36 Code of Federal Regulations (CFR) and is enforced by uniformed U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Park Rangers. In case of Emergency, dial 9-1-1.
All campsites at Hazelton Recreation area are 100-percent Reserveable with Zero-Day Booking Window. This means you may reserve your campsite up to the day you wish to camp at Hazelton. Please be aware that failure to reserve a site prior to arrival may result in campground being full prior to arrival. 
Up to eight (8) people are allowed per campsite. 
All motor vehicles are restricted to designated roadways and parking areas only, off-road travel is prohibited.
Fireworks are strictly prohibited on Corps of Engineers lands and waters. 
Fires are only permitted in designated fire rings or grills. All fires must be completely extinguished before departing the campground.
Visitors must properly dispose of trash in designated recepticles. Do not place trash in fire rings or grills.
Pets are allowed but must be on a leash no more than six (6') feet in length within the campground. All pet waste must be picked up and properly disposed of promptly.
Fishing and boating regulations apply and are enforced by North Dakota Department of Game & Fish.   
For more information, please contact the Oahe Project - Bismarck Office at 701-255-0015 or email oahecampgrounds@usace.army.mil. 

General

Don't Move Firewood: Protect your forests from tree-killing pests by buying your firewood locally and burning it on-site. Visit Dontmovefirewood.org for further information.

General

STOP THE SPREAD OF INVASIVE SPECIES. Remove plants, seeds, animals, and mud from boots, gear, pets, and vehicles. Clean your gear before entering and leaving the recreation area. Stay on designated roads and trails. CLEAN, DRAIN, DRY boats and any other recreational equipment that contacts water. Dispose of unwanted bait, worms, fish parts, or other organisms into the trash and not into the envirnment. For mor information visit https://www.invasivespeciesinfo.gov/rec 

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