About Downstream Campground (ND)
Number of accommodations: 110
Nearby Activities & Attractions
Birding
Boating
Fishing
Hiking
Hunting
Mountain Biking
Seasonal information
2026 Season availability
Campground Amenities
Most popular amenities
Pet friendly
River Access
Showers
RV Utilities and Hookups
- Dump station on site
Water and Hygiene
- Potable Water
- Showers
Water Access
- River Access
Pets and Policies
- Pet friendly
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Reviews (600)
What Guests Are Saying
Downstream Campground is well-maintained and offers spacious, clean sites with friendly and helpful staff. Campers appreciate the large showers, quiet atmosphere, and family-friendly amenities like play areas and a swimming hole. While some guests noted issues with barking dogs, ground squirrels, and occasional flies, the overall experience is positive, with many expressing a desire to return.
What Guests Are Saying
Downstream Campground is well-maintained and offers spacious, clean sites with friendly and helpful staff. Campers appreciate the large showers, quiet atmosphere, and family-friendly amenities like play areas and a swimming hole. While some guests noted issues with barking dogs, ground squirrels, and occasional flies, the overall experience is positive, with many expressing a desire to return.
Review Summary
Sally T
VerifiedJanuary 15, 2020 • Stayed at: 106, Loop: LNU4
I was at the end of the road area, tent camping. I remember this place as 'non-camping' 30 years ago. Now wall-to-wall people. I slept in the back of my truck but was told I HAD TO PUT UP A TENT EVEN IF NOT USING IT, so I did. I thought that was a bit bogus.
Lawrence M
VerifiedJanuary 15, 2020 • Stayed at: 035, Loop: LNU2
Very nice campground, the setting is great. Enjoyed camping with friends and relatives. Playground is great for young kids.
Stephen B
VerifiedJanuary 15, 2020 • Stayed at: 089, Loop: LNU3
Very clean and well kept campground. Stayed during the week, and although the campground was moderately busy, it was very quiet.
Linda M
VerifiedJanuary 15, 2020 • Stayed at: 063, Loop: LNU2
We LOVE camping downstream at Garrison!. We meet family there and have a great couple days visiting, enjoying dinner and cocktails in the evening, walks, games and just relaxing. The park is always clean, the bathrooms are wonderful, a place for the kids to blow off steam and we can bring our dog :) Every time we have stayed in summer and fall it’s been very pleasant. There was only one time that was bad. It was 2 years ago and a horrible storm had hit the area and other campgrounds. The temperature and humidity was super high the day of the storm and the mosquitoes were in a frenzy, so bad we stayed inside the motor home and watched a movie. That night was very frightening, but there wasn’t as much damage and I only imagined. Thank you for keeping a wonderful campground for all to use❤️
Darrin M
VerifiedJanuary 15, 2020 • Stayed at: 035, Loop: LNU2
Nice easy access to camp sites...was very peaceful...was a playground for the kids as well....checking in, the host was very helpful and pleasant....
Sally T
VerifiedJanuary 15, 2020 • Stayed at: 106, Loop: LNU4
I was at the end of the road area, tent camping. I remember this place as 'non-camping' 30 years ago. Now wall-to-wall people. I slept in the back of my truck but was told I HAD TO PUT UP A TENT EVEN IF NOT USING IT, so I did. I thought that was a bit bogus.
Lawrence M
VerifiedJanuary 15, 2020 • Stayed at: 035, Loop: LNU2
Very nice campground, the setting is great. Enjoyed camping with friends and relatives. Playground is great for young kids.
Stephen B
VerifiedJanuary 15, 2020 • Stayed at: 089, Loop: LNU3
Very clean and well kept campground. Stayed during the week, and although the campground was moderately busy, it was very quiet.
Linda M
VerifiedJanuary 15, 2020 • Stayed at: 063, Loop: LNU2
We LOVE camping downstream at Garrison!. We meet family there and have a great couple days visiting, enjoying dinner and cocktails in the evening, walks, games and just relaxing. The park is always clean, the bathrooms are wonderful, a place for the kids to blow off steam and we can bring our dog :) Every time we have stayed in summer and fall it’s been very pleasant. There was only one time that was bad. It was 2 years ago and a horrible storm had hit the area and other campgrounds. The temperature and humidity was super high the day of the storm and the mosquitoes were in a frenzy, so bad we stayed inside the motor home and watched a movie. That night was very frightening, but there wasn’t as much damage and I only imagined. Thank you for keeping a wonderful campground for all to use❤️
Darrin M
VerifiedJanuary 15, 2020 • Stayed at: 035, Loop: LNU2
Nice easy access to camp sites...was very peaceful...was a playground for the kids as well....checking in, the host was very helpful and pleasant....
Location Downstream Campground (ND)
Address:
U.S. Army Corps Of Engineers
Riverdale, ND, 58565
United States
- From Bismarck, North Dakota, take Highway 83 north and turn left on Highway 200 west toward Riverdale. After crossing the Spillway Bridge, take a left on Tow Road. At bottom intersection of the dam, turn left and go 1/4 mile east, then turn right onto the campground access road.
- From Minot, North Dakota, take Highway 83 south and turn right onto Highway 48. At intersection, turn right onto Highway 200 west toward Riverdale. After crossing the Spillway Bridge, take a left on Tow Road. At bottom intersection of the dam, turn left and go 1/4 mile east, then turn right onto the campground access road.
Latitude & Longitude: 47.4822 / -101.426
Elevation: 516 feet
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Last updated: May 20, 2026
