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
Shannon M
VerifiedJuly 27, 2025 • Stayed at: 042, Loop: LNU2
Downstream campground is a diamond in the rough. Trees are abundant, sites are spaced generously distanced, trails are nicely groomed. In loop 2, 30 amp is on the interior of the loop while 50 amp is on the exterior of the loop. The shower buildings are clean. I noticed early Friday morning that our camp host was out on the 4 wheeler spraying the grass for weeds. My fire pit was clear of the previous guests burnt wood when I arrived. This is a laid back campground - there are a fair amount of families mixed in with couples and singles. Bring your bicycle if you enjoy flat rides - the campground is very spread out between the three loops, about a mile down the road are the primitive camping sites, The fish hatchery sometimes is open for self guided tours, and a few miles down the road is Pick City - a nice bike ride for anyone interested in a little exercise without huffing and puffing.
Jane C
VerifiedJuly 27, 2025 • Stayed at: 014, Loop: LNU1
My actual score would have been a 4.5 if available. We loved most everything about this location except for the terrible flies and mosquitoes during our Mid-July visit. I understand mosquitoes from the river, but the flies are evil enough to make you stay inside your rig.
james d
VerifiedJuly 23, 2025 • Stayed at: 005, Loop: LNU1
What a great park! Lots of walking areas and spots for a quick dip in the river. Bird watching is fun and deer pass through early mornings. ( a little deet comes in handy though )
Sharon R
VerifiedJuly 23, 2025 • Stayed at: 010, Loop: LNU1
We love downstream. It is quiet and very relaxing. Lots to do. The camp hosts are so nice and helpful.
james d
VerifiedJuly 23, 2025 • Stayed at: 005, Loop: LNU1
What a great park! Lots of walking areas and spots for a quick dip in the river. Bird watching is fun and deer pass through early mornings. ( a little deet comes in handy though )
Sharon R
VerifiedJuly 23, 2025 • Stayed at: 010, Loop: LNU1
We love downstream. It is quiet and very relaxing. Lots to do. The camp hosts are so nice and helpful.
Tina M
VerifiedJuly 21, 2025 • Stayed at: 111, Loop: LNU4
Beautiful quiet campground. Friendly and helpful hosts. Can’t wait to go back!!
Tina M
VerifiedJuly 21, 2025 • Stayed at: 111, Loop: LNU4
Beautiful quiet campground. Friendly and helpful hosts. Can’t wait to go back!!
Lawrence M
VerifiedJuly 18, 2025 • Stayed at: 015, Loop: LNU1
Camped during the week...Campground was very peaceful.
Lawrence M
VerifiedJuly 18, 2025 • Stayed at: 015, Loop: LNU1
Camped during the week...Campground was very peaceful.
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
