There’s nothing quite like a camping trip weekend where you pack up your sleeping bags, stay outdoors late into the night around a fire, and just enjoy nature. Campgrounds tend to be generally the same across the entire country. You’ve got your campsites, fire pits, grills, and a nearby vault toilet. But what if you could stay at a more unique campground that’ll turn your experience into an even more memorable one? This campground in North Dakota is certainly quite different from the rest, and you’ll enjoy a night of pure magic. Here’s why:
North Dakota’s incredible Cross Ranch State Park is located right along the Missouri River. Not only that, but this particular stretch of the river is one of the last undeveloped and free-flowing parts.
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The park offers all kinds of camping throughout the year, and it’s a whole lot more than your average primitive camping or RV hookups. One thing that makes them more unique than other spots is their offerings of yurts.
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They have multiple yurts, some large and fully furnished and other smaller and simpler, depending on what kind of camping you’d like to do.
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The Pretty Point Yurt, for instance, has multiple rooms, a full kitchen, bathroom, and is completely furnished for a comfortable “glamping” experience.
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Yurts like the Levis Yurt have bunk beds, tables, and a gas fireplace. In total there are four different yurts you can rent.
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Along with the yurts, Cross Ranch State Park also offers a tipi in which you can spend a night under the stars. The Sacagawea Tipi will provide you with a unique camping experience right among the trees along the river.
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Cozy cabins are also available for rent and are perfect for groups of six or under.
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While you’re staying at the park you can take advantage of the winding trail system, beautiful riverside views, wildlife, and secluded location.
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Canoe and kayak rentals are offered if you’d like to take on the Missouri and explore beyond the trails.
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With over 50 other primitive and modern campsites, the yurts, cabins, and a tipi, Cross Ranch State Park is a wonderful camping destination that stands above the rest.
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Address: 1403 River Road, Center, ND, 58530
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For information on reserving the yurts, cabins, or campsites, visit the NDPRD website page for Cross Ranch State Park.
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