Coleharbor, North Dakota · McLean County · Campground
Overview The Wolf Creek Campground is located along the southern shore of beautiful Lake Sakakawea. The recreation area offers a wide variety of recreational activities, including boating, fishing, hiking, mountain biking, sailing, scuba diving, bird watching, and hunting. In the winter the area offers great ice fishin…
Overview The Wolf Creek Campground is located along the southern shore of beautiful Lake Sakakawea. The recreation area offers a wide variety of recreational activities, including boating, fishing, hiking, mountain biking, sailing, scuba diving, bird watching, and hunting. In the winter the area offers great ice fishing access opportunites. For more information about Lake Sakakawea, please visit the Garrison Project website here . Recreation Lake Sakakawea offers excellent boating, swimming, fishing and hunting opportunities. Several state record fish have been caught in Lake Sakakawea. Anglers fish for walleye, Sauger, northern pike, muskie, small and large mouth bass, bluegill and crappie. Chinook salmon can be also found in the lake, the only body of water in the state with this species and is very popular place to camp as a result. The best catfishing is found directly below Garrison Dam just 6 miles away. Younger visitors love the playground in the campground. While the volleyball courts, horseshoe pits are enjoyed by campers of all ages. There are showers available in our Downstream Campground just 5 miles down the road as well as amphitheater programs in the evenings on Saturdays. The Wolf Creek Wildlife Management Area is located east and west of the campground and offers great hunting opportunities, its full of grass and wooded areas are open to the public for deer, pheasant, sharp-tail grouse, cottontail rabbits, and tree squirrels during open season. Facilities The campground consists of 67 primitive campsites, each with a picnic table and grill. Amenities include brand new vault toilets, fish cleaning station, a fill and dump station, boat ramp. Natural Features The campground is situated in a nice open grassy area with lake views from most of the campsites with the sites being right on the water. Nearby Attractions Garrison Dam National Fish Hatchery is minutes from the campground and is open to the public. It has a visitor center complete with five 400
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Lake Sakakawea — U.S. Army Corps of Engineers StaffLarge Shelter at Wolf Creek Campground on Lake Sakakawea — U.S. Army Corps of Engineers StaffPlayground equipment at Wolf Creek Campground on Lake Sakakawea — U.S. Army Corps of Engineers StaffVolleyball Court at Wolf Creek Campground on Lake Sakakawea — USACEBathroom facilities at Wolf Creek Campground on Lake Sakakawea — U.S. Army Corps of Engineers StaffBathroom facilities near playground at Wolf Creek Campground on Lake Sakakawea — USACEBoat Ramp at Wolf Creek Campground on Lake Sakakawea — USACEPopular Wolf Creek Campground Campsites on Lake Sakakawea — U.S. Army Corps of Engineers StaffWolf Creek Campground Campsite on Lake Sakakawea — U.S. Army Corps of Engineers StaffRoad leading to shoreline for easy access to the shoreline of Lake Sakakawea for water activities — USACE
How to Get There
From Bismarck, ND: travel north on US-83/ND-1804 approximately 55 miles, turn left onto ND-200/6th St. NW and travel approximately 7.5 miles, turn right onto 37th Ave NW and travel 1 mile then turn right onto 7th St. NW travel 1 mile and turn left onto 36th Ave NW, travel approximately 2 miles and arrive at campground. From Minot, ND: travel south on US-83 for approximately 50 miles, turn right onto 32nd Ave NW and travel for 1 mile, turn right onto 8th St NW and travel 4 miles, turn right onto 36th Ave NW and travel for 1 mile and arrive at campground.
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Plan Your Visit to WOLF CREEK CAMPGROUND (ND)
Heading to WOLF CREEK CAMPGROUND (ND)? A few things to know before you go:
Reservations: popular sites fill up fast — check Recreation.gov 6 months in advance
Fees: day-use and camping fees vary; check current rates on the official park page
Trash & pack-out: follow Leave No Trace principles
Wildlife: store food in bear boxes where provided; never feed wildlife
Weather: the 5-day forecast above is updated every 6 hours; verify just before you go
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need a reservation for WOLF CREEK CAMPGROUND (ND)?
No central reservation system listed for WOLF CREEK CAMPGROUND (ND). Check the official page (https://www.recreation.gov/camping/campgrounds/251948) for the latest entry policy and availability.
How many campsites are at WOLF CREEK CAMPGROUND (ND)?
WOLF CREEK CAMPGROUND (ND) has 67 campsites. Site amenities (hookups, vehicle limits, ADA access) vary — see the individual campsite pages for details.
How do I get to WOLF CREEK CAMPGROUND (ND)?
From Bismarck, ND: travel north on US-83/ND-1804 approximately 55 miles, turn left onto ND-200/6th St. NW and travel approximately 7.5 miles, turn right onto 37th Ave NW and travel 1 mile then turn right onto 7th St. NW travel 1 mile and turn left onto 36th Ave NW, travel approximately 2 miles and arrive at campground. From Minot, ND: travel south on US-83 for approximately 50 miles, turn right on…
How do I contact WOLF CREEK CAMPGROUND (ND)?
You can reach the park at phone: 701-654-7411. FOR RESERVATIONS, PLEASE CALL 877-444-6777. or email: [email protected].
