Mel Rieman Rec
MEL RIEMAN REC
Mel Rieman Rec
MEL RIEMAN REC
MEL RIEMAN REC

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Showers Showers
Playground Playground

About Mel Rieman Rec

The Mel Rieman Campground and Recreation Area is a 70-acre facility on the shoreline of Lake Ashtabula in eastern North Dakota. The campground is known for its spectacular sunset views. It is close to the Baldhill Dam and within walking distance of the Mel Rieman day-use area, where visitors can swim, fish and picnic. Lake Ashtabula was created by the construction of the Baldhill Dam on the Sheyenne River in 1944, and is situated in one of the most scenic river valleys in the region. Visitors can choose from a wide range of recreation opportunities year-round, including ice fishing and cross-country skiing during winter months.

Available sites

27 total sites

Seasonal information

2026 (Current year)

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Campground Amenities

Most popular amenities

Showers Showers
Playground Playground
Water and Hygiene

Water and Hygiene

  • Showers
On Site Services

On Site Services

  • Playground
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Rates, Sites & Availability

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27 Sites Available

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🚐 01, Loop: MEL RIEMAN REC AREA RV
Pet Friendly · 30 amp · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 02, Loop: MEL RIEMAN REC AREA RV
Pet Friendly · 30 amp · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 03, Loop: MEL RIEMAN REC AREA RV
Pet Friendly · 30 amp · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 04, Loop: MEL RIEMAN REC AREA RV
Pet Friendly · 30 amp
🚐 05, Loop: MEL RIEMAN REC AREA RV
Pet Friendly · 30 amp · Gravel
🚐 06, Loop: MEL RIEMAN REC AREA RV
Pet Friendly · 30 amp · Gravel
🚐 07, Loop: MEL RIEMAN REC AREA RV
Pet Friendly · 30 amp · Pull-through
🚐 08, Loop: MEL RIEMAN REC AREA RV
Pet Friendly · 30 amp · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 09, Loop: MEL RIEMAN REC AREA RV
Pet Friendly · 30 amp · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 10, Loop: MEL RIEMAN REC AREA RV
Pet Friendly · 30 amp
🚐 11, Loop: MEL RIEMAN REC AREA RV
Pet Friendly · 30 amp · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 12, Loop: MEL RIEMAN REC AREA RV
Pet Friendly · 30 amp
🚐 13, Loop: MEL RIEMAN REC AREA RV
Pet Friendly · 30 amp · Paved
🚐 14, Loop: MEL RIEMAN REC AREA RV
Pet Friendly · 30 amp · Paved
🚐 15, Loop: MEL RIEMAN REC AREA RV
Pet Friendly · 30 amp · Paved
🚐 16, Loop: MEL RIEMAN REC AREA RV
Pet Friendly · 30 amp · Gravel
🚐 17, Loop: MEL RIEMAN REC AREA RV
Pet Friendly · 30 amp · Gravel
🚐 18, Loop: MEL RIEMAN REC AREA RV
Pet Friendly · 30 amp · Gravel
🚐 19, Loop: MEL RIEMAN REC AREA RV
Pet Friendly · 30 amp · Gravel
🚐 20, Loop: MEL RIEMAN REC AREA RV
Pet Friendly · 30 amp · Gravel
⛺ 21, Loop: MEL RIEMAN REC AREA Tent
Pet Friendly · Full shade
⛺ 22, Loop: MEL RIEMAN REC AREA Tent
Pet Friendly · Campfire · Full shade
⛺ 23, Loop: MEL RIEMAN REC AREA Tent
Pet Friendly · Campfire · Full shade
⛺ 24, Loop: MEL RIEMAN REC AREA Tent
Pet Friendly · Campfire · Full shade
⛺ 25, Loop: MEL RIEMAN REC AREA Tent
Pet Friendly · Campfire · Full shade
⛺ 26, Loop: MEL RIEMAN REC AREA Tent
Pet Friendly · Campfire · Full shade
⛺ 27, Loop: MEL RIEMAN REC AREA Tent
Pet Friendly · Campfire · Full shade

Reviews

99 reviews

Summary

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Mel Rieman Recreation offers a beautiful and peaceful camping experience with well-maintained sites and stunning views. Campers appreciated the cleanliness of the facilities, helpful camp hosts, and the spaciousness that allows for privacy. While there are minor concerns like limited cell service and some amenities needing improvement, overall, visitors found it to be a great spot for relaxation and family fun.

Based on guest feedback

4.1

Overall rating

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5 stars 46.5% (46)
4 stars 31.3% (31)
3 stars 8.1% (8)
2 stars 12.1% (12)
1 star 2.0% (2)

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Judy J

Verified

July 7, 2021 Stayed at: 20, Loop: MEL RIEMAN REC AREA

Very Nice peaceful park. Large sites. Very clean restrooms and showers. Very Beautiful lake and campground.
Wish I could of stayed longer.

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Gerald B

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June 29, 2021 Stayed at: 02, Loop: MEL RIEMAN REC AREA

Quiet, well run COE campground. Stayed one night on the way west and one night on the return trip. Fairly easy to find.

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Amanda H

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June 28, 2021 Stayed at: 14, Loop: MEL RIEMAN REC AREA

Would recommend to anyone. Was excellent spot , very shady , everyone working there very helpful and available for questions.

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Omar D

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June 12, 2021 Stayed at: 04, Loop: MEL RIEMAN REC AREA

once I found the camp ground it was very good, the place was clean and quiet. And thank you for ele. for A/C with the 99 degree weather

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Lynn W

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July 22, 2020 Stayed at: 13, Loop: MEL RIEMAN REC AREA

Quiet, clean, nice big area. Core was fast at fixing breaker box.

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Judy B

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July 16, 2020 Stayed at: 19, Loop: MEL RIEMAN REC AREA

Need to cut back bushes next to site 19, as it is very difficult to get a motorhome into that spot without branches scraping the side. Shorter vehicles would have no problems, but bushes are wider and stick out over paved area from 9-13 ft high.

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Erik J

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January 11, 2020 Stayed at: 03, Loop: MEL RIEMAN REC AREA

The firewood for sale at resort store was overpriced and small pieces. Priced at $1 a piece. Basically had to drive to a Valley a City for firewood. Found a spot just outside of town, 15 pieces for $10. I miss the days when there was free wood onsite, you just had to cut it yourself. Other than that it’s a nice quiet campground. The sites are not right on top of each other. But wish the sites were closer to the lake, or at least a view of the lake from the sites.

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Darrin G

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December 19, 2019 Stayed at: 17, Loop: MEL RIEMAN REC AREA

Great place to camp with the kids. Large campsites and the new bathhouse makes for a great camping experience.

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Location & Directions for Mel Rieman Rec

2630 114 Th Ave Se, Valley City, ND 58072 United States

Elevation: 412 ft

Getting There

The main route to the park is via Interstate 94 to Valley City exit 292. Follow the signs through Valley City and turn left onto County Road 19. Travel for 10 mi.

Nearest town

Valley City, ND - 11 mi

About 18 min to downtown

Highway access

The campground can be accessed via Interstate 94, with the nearest exit being 292 at Valley City.

Policies & Rules

General

  • Firewood restrictions are in place; because of the potential to carry invasive insects, absolutely no outside firewood is allowed
  • 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.

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Last updated: November 5, 2026

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