Juniper Campground Group Site (Nd) sits among the stunning landscapes of Theodore Roosevelt National Park in North Dakota . With 25 campsites (RV-friendly up to 40 feet feet) , restrooms, potable water, great hiking, it's a favorite for rural adventurers.
Reservations are required year-round , and the best times to visit are Aug-sep when the weather is most comfortable .
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🏕️ At a Glance
💳 Booking & Fees
Cancellations made 3+ days before arrival typically receive a refund minus service fees. Check Recreation.gov for specific policies and deadlines.
💧 Water Access & Features
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🌤️ Best Time to Visit
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🦅 Peak birding: May, Jun, Aug
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Juniper Campground Group Site (Nd) located in Watford City, North Dakota, offering 25 camping sites.
Juniper Campground Group Site (Nd)
A Rural campground in North Dakota
Overview
03 Million Acres (416,826 Ha).
for Groups Visiting the North Unit of Theodore Roosevelt National Park, Juniper Campground Group Site Is a Great Place to Stay. Located Four Miles (6.4 Km) From the Entrance to the North Unit of the Park, the Group Site Is Open From May Through October.
Hikers Can Access the Achenbach Trail and Little Mo Trail Directly From the Facility. the Achenbach Trail (17.7 Miles/28.5 Km), Climbs From River Bottomland Up Through the Achenbach Hills, Drops to the River Again, Climbs to Oxbow Overlook Along the Way of a Spur Trail, and Returns North of the River to the Campground. Ask About the Conditions of the River Crossing Before Hiking. the Little Mo Trail (1.1 Miles/1.8 Km) Is a Self-Guiding Nature Trail That Begins at Juniper Campground and Goes Through River Woodlands and Badlands. Visit the Hiking and Trail Information Page on the Park Website.
Toilets, Drinking Water and Picnic Tables Are Provided at This Facility. the Site Can Accommodate Tents, Trailers and Rvs. the Group Site Can Accommodate Between Seven and 60 People with a Maximum of 20 Passenger Vehicles. There Are No Hookups; a Dump Station Is Available for Campers. All Wheeled Vehicles and Trailers Must Remain on Roadways or Pads.
the Little Missouri River Is the Central, Unifying Feature of This Wild and Broken Land Where, As a Young Man, Theodore Roosevelt Ranched and Hunted in the 1880S. the Park Is Part of Both the Northern Great Plains and the West, Blending a Rich Natural Beauty with Diverse Human History. the Rugged Topography, with Its Flora and Fauna, Also Provides an Opportunity to Discover the Badlands Environment As Roosevelt Once Did. It Is a Place to Experience a Land and Way of Life That Helped Shape Theodore Roosevelt’S Attitudes and Philosophy Regarding Conservation. Cottonwood Trees Surrounding the Campsite Turn Golden in the Fall. Although the Campground Is Moderately Forested, Most of the Campsites Are in Partial to Full Sun But Visitors Can Cool Off in the Cold River When Temperatures Peak During Summer.Nearby Attractions
the Town of Watford City Has Shopping, Restaurants, Amenities and a Theater Is Located Approximately 15 Miles (24 Km) to the North. the Little Missouri National Grassland Is the Largest National Grassland in the Nation at 1. It Is Located in Western North Dakota and Is Managed by the Medora Ranger District in Dickinson, Nd and the Mckenzie Ranger District in Watford City, Nd. the National Grassland Provides Additional Recreation Opportunities in the Area.
Managed by: National Park ServiceSite Details
Campsite Information
- Total Sites: 25
- Hookup Types: Electric, No Hookups
- Max RV Length: 40 feet
Amenities
- 🚻 Restrooms: Available
- 🚿 Showers: No
- 🗑️ Dump Station: Available
- 💧 Potable Water: Available
- 🛝 Playground: No
- 🧺 Laundry: False
- 📶 WiFi: False
- 🏊 Swimming: No
- 🎣 Fishing: No
- 🛥️ Boating: No
- 🥾 Hiking: Available
Map & Location
Address & Coordinates
Address: 239 Juniper Camp Road
City: Watford City, North Dakota 58854.0
Coordinates: 47.5941667, -103.3338889
Area Type: Rural
Phone: 1-888-467-2757
Activities & Attractions
Popular Activities: Hiking|picnic|dump-station|hookups|water|river|trail|group-site|rv|tent
Available Activities:
- 🎣 Fishing: No
- 🛥️ Boating: No
- 🥾 Hiking: Available
- 🏊 Swimming: No
Regulations & Permits
🔥 Stay Limits & Fees
Maximum Stay: 14 days
Nightly Fee: $30-40
Federal Pass: Yes (50% discount)
🌤️ Weather & Climate
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📱 Connectivity
Verizon
Fair Signal
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📺 Television Reception
Major Networks: ABC, CBS, NBC, FOX, PBS
Signal Quality: Fair
Total Stations: 5 stations
Nearest Market: FARGO/Bismarck
Notes: Signals FROM FARGO/Bismarck MARKET
📻 Radio Reception
Total Stations: 11 stations (3 AM, 8 FM)
AM Quality: Good | FM Quality: Fair
Major Formats: Country, Classic ROCK, NEWS/TALK
Local News: KFGO 790 Am
Market: FARGO/Bismarck
Notes: 3 AM, 8 FM Stations from Fargo/Bismarck
🔌 EV Charging
⚡ Roosevelt Inn & Suites
Distance: 14.3 miles away
Address: 600 2nd Ave SW, Watford City, ND
Network: non-networked
Charging Type: Standard-charging-available • J1772
Plan Your Visit
Essential Information
- Facility ID: 72481
- Managing Agency: National Park Service
- Agency Email: npshq_info@nps.gov
- Agency Website: https://www.nps.gov/thro/planyourvisit/hiking-and-trail-information.htm
- Parent Park: Theodore Roosevelt National Park
- Park Website: /parks/theodore-roosevelt-national-park/
Park System Information
Park Classification & Structure
- Park Type: National Parks
- Parks Post Name: theodore-roosevelt-national-park
- Parent Park Name: Theodore Roosevelt National Park
- Correct Park Type Mapping: theodore-roosevelt-national-park
System Statistics
- Total Campgrounds in System: 4.0
- States Covered: North Dakota
- Managing Agencies: National Park Service
System IDs & References
- Parent Organization ID: 128.0
- Parent Recreation Area ID: 2949
- Parks Parent Org IDs: 128.0
- Parks Parent Rec Area IDs: 2949, 2949.0
URL Slugs & Navigation
- State Slug: north-dakota
- Agency Slug: national-park-service
- Park Type Slug: national-parks
- Parent Park Slug: theodore-roosevelt-national-park
Additional Park Information
Data Reference Notes
Managing Agency Slug: national-park-service
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