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Mel Rieman Rec

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

Featured amenities

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.

Number of accommodations: 26

Campground Amenities

  • Showers
    Showers
  • Playground
    Playground

Seasonal information

2026 (Current year)

2026 Season availability

Current season
Upcoming seasons
Past seasons
Closed periods
Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec
Currently closed - Opens on May 1

Sites & Availability

26 Sites Available

Site
Price
🚐 01, Loop: MEL RIEMAN REC AREA
30 Amp · Electric Only
$26.00
/ per night
🚐 03, Loop: MEL RIEMAN REC AREA
30 Amp · Electric Only
$26.00
/ per night
🚐 04, Loop: MEL RIEMAN REC AREA
30 Amp · Electric Only
$26.00
/ per night
🚐 05, Loop: MEL RIEMAN REC AREA
30 Amp · Electric Only
$26.00
/ per night
🚐 06, Loop: MEL RIEMAN REC AREA
30 Amp · Electric Only
$26.00
/ per night
🚐 07, Loop: MEL RIEMAN REC AREA
30 Amp · Electric Only
$26.00
/ per night
🚐 08, Loop: MEL RIEMAN REC AREA
30 Amp · Electric Only
$26.00
/ per night
🚐 09, Loop: MEL RIEMAN REC AREA
30 Amp · Electric Only
$26.00
/ per night
🚐 10, Loop: MEL RIEMAN REC AREA
30 Amp · Electric Only
$26.00
/ per night
🚐 11, Loop: MEL RIEMAN REC AREA
30 Amp · Electric Only
$26.00
/ per night
🚐 12, Loop: MEL RIEMAN REC AREA
30 Amp · Electric Only
$26.00
/ per night
🚐 13, Loop: MEL RIEMAN REC AREA
30 Amp · Electric Only
$26.00
/ per night
🚐 14, Loop: MEL RIEMAN REC AREA
30 Amp · Electric Only
$26.00
/ per night
🚐 15, Loop: MEL RIEMAN REC AREA
30 Amp · Electric Only
$26.00
/ per night
🚐 16, Loop: MEL RIEMAN REC AREA
30 Amp · Electric Only
$26.00
/ per night
🚐 17, Loop: MEL RIEMAN REC AREA
30 Amp · Electric Only
$26.00
/ per night
🚐 18, Loop: MEL RIEMAN REC AREA
30 Amp · Electric Only
$26.00
/ per night
🚐 19, Loop: MEL RIEMAN REC AREA
30 Amp · Electric Only
$26.00
/ per night
🚐 20, Loop: MEL RIEMAN REC AREA
30 Amp · Electric Only
$26.00
/ per night
21, Loop: MEL RIEMAN REC AREA
8 guests · Pet Friendly
$20.00
/ per night
22, Loop: MEL RIEMAN REC AREA
8 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
$20.00
/ per night
23, Loop: MEL RIEMAN REC AREA
8 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
$20.00
/ per night
24, Loop: MEL RIEMAN REC AREA
8 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
$20.00
/ per night
25, Loop: MEL RIEMAN REC AREA
8 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
$20.00
/ per night
26, Loop: MEL RIEMAN REC AREA
8 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
$20.00
/ per night
27, Loop: MEL RIEMAN REC AREA
8 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
$20.00
/ per night

Reviews (75)

What Guests Are Saying

Mel Rieman Campground offers a serene and beautifully maintained environment, making it ideal for a peaceful getaway. Many visitors praised the cleanliness, privacy of the campsites, and the friendly camp host, while enjoying activities like fishing in Lake Ashtabula. However, some noted issues such as limited cell service, hot showers, and tight campsite layouts, suggesting room for improvement.

Review Summary

3.9
75 reviews
5
40.0%
30
4
32.0%
24
3
10.7%
8
2
14.7%
11
1
2.7%
2

Tyler E

Verified

August 23, 2021 Stayed at: 27, Loop: MEL RIEMAN REC AREA

4

Owners were great at hungry pelican ! exception of the hornets this year we had a great time.. very laid back and good beach feel.. drinks at that the bar we amazing !

Destiny V

Verified

August 22, 2021 Stayed at: 18, Loop: MEL RIEMAN REC AREA

4

This was a very nice campground to stay with nice amenities. We do wish our actual campsite would have been a little bigger and had grass. Otherwise, nice place!

Rosemary P

Verified

August 10, 2021 Stayed at: 10, Loop: MEL RIEMAN REC AREA

2

narrow roads, gravel, uneven sites, bathrooms a long way from majority of sites, Polluted reservoir.
For a short stop on the way to somewhere else there are electric hook ups and showers

Tony G

July 28, 2021

2

Pictures were a bit deceiving as the RV portion was quite a bit away from the water and the beach. Overall it was quiet and clean.

David O

Verified

July 24, 2021 Stayed at: 03, Loop: MEL RIEMAN REC AREA

5

Very clean!

Pat B

July 15, 2021

5

Great site, well maintained park. Disappointed that the Visitor Center was closed and looks like it has been for some time.

Judy J

Verified

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

5

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

Gerald B

June 29, 2021

5

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

Amanda H

Verified

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

5

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

Omar D

Verified

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

5

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

Location Mel Rieman Rec

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

Latitude & Longitude: 47.0337 / -98.0711

Elevation: 412 feet

Policies & Rules

Category About
General

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

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.

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