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Juniper Campground (Nd)

Theodore Roosevelt National Park — riverside, hiking

Location: Watford City, ND, ND

Price: From $10 per night

Rating: 4.3 out of 5 (3 reviews)

Season: Year-round

For people visiting the North Unit of Theodore Roosevelt National Park, Juniper Campground is a great place to stay. Located five miles (8 km) from the entrance to the North Unit of the park, the campground is open year-round. To make a reservation for the group site please visit this the Juniper Group Site (ND) page.Hikers can access the estimated 30 miles (48 km) of trails within a short distance of the campground.

Cell coverage (FCC estimate): weak signal. Actual signal may vary in remote areas. Best carrier: Verizon. Verizon 4G: 100%. AT&T 4G: 0%. T-Mobile 4G: 0%.

Amenities: Fire Rings, Picnic Tables, Drinking Water, Dump Station, Electric Hookups

Availability alerts: Set a free cancellation alert at camperwatch.org/campground/juniper-campground-nd to be notified when sites open up.

Juniper Campground offers year-round access to Theodore Roosevelt National Park's North Unit with 30 miles of hiking trails nearby. Campers consistently praise it as a peaceful, scenic retreat with excellent wildlife viewing opportunities along the scenic drive.

Wildlife alert: American Bison, Bighorn Sheep, Black-tailed Prairie Dogs, and Mule Deer are present in the area. Bison have been reported near campsites, particularly during evening hours.

Insider tips for Juniper Campground (Nd): Book early — this is a federal campground with high demand Bring a self-contained RV or plan to tent camp; most sites have no hookups despite amenities listed Plan hiking within the 30 miles of trails accessible from the campground

Skip Juniper Campground (Nd) if: You need RV hookups — no hookups at most sites. You prefer spontaneous camping — early booking is essential.

Best time to visit Juniper Campground (Nd): Year-round — Campground operates year-round, though seasonal operations noted in known issues — verify dates before booking.

Nearby campgrounds: Juniper Campground Group Site (Nd) (WATFORD CITY, ND), Ccc Campground (Nd) (Watford City, ND), Sather Lake Campground (Nd) (Alexander, ND), Roundup Group Horse Camp (MEDORA, ND).

Cell Phone Coverage at Juniper Campground (Nd)

Cell signal at Juniper Campground (Nd) (Watford City, ND): weak overall signal based on FCC broadband data. Best carrier: Verizon.

  • Verizon 4G LTE: 100% coverage

Coverage data source: FCC Broadband Data Collection (BDC). Actual signal may vary due to terrain, tree cover, and distance from towers. Camper reports are more reliable than coverage maps in remote areas.

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Watford City, ND, ND★ 4.3 (3 reviews)From $10/nightFederal campground · book on Recreation.gov
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For people visiting the North Unit of Theodore Roosevelt National Park, Juniper Campground is a great place to stay. Located five miles (8 km) from the entrance to the North Unit of the park, the campground is open year-round. To make a reservation for the group site please visit this the Juniper Group Site (ND) page.Hikers can access the estimated 30 miles (48 km) of trails within a short distance of the campground.

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Verified facts

RIDB / Recreation.gov official database
Check-in2:00 PM
Check-out12:00 PM
SeasonYear-round
Stay limit14 days
Max RV57 ft
HookupsNo hookups. Bring self-contained unit or tent camp.
ADA sites1 sites
Pull-throughsAvailable
PetsAllowed
CampfiresNot permitted
Max/site6 people

Amenities

RIDB /facilities /campsites · owner-verified
Essentials
Fire RingsDump Station
Recreation
Picnic TablesElectric Hookups
Family & Pets
Drinking Water

Straight talk

CamperWatch intel · curated from camper reports

Known issues, each with the workaround. Read before you book.

Known issuesFederal campground — book early. No hookups at most sites. Seasonal operations.
Skip it if:✕ You need RV hookups — no hookups at most sites✕ You prefer spontaneous camping — early booking is essential

Insider tips & when to go

CamperWatch intel · hand-curated entry

Book early

this is a federal campground with high demand

Bring a self-contained RV or plan to tent camp; most sites have no hookups despite amenities listed

Plan hiking within the 30 miles of trails accessible from the campground

Best: Year-round

Campground operates year-round, though seasonal operations noted in known issues — verify dates before booking

Things to do nearby

RIDB /activities /recareas + intel

Conditions today

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Cell signal

FCC BDC · quarterly dataset
T-Mobile
4G · 0%
Verizon
4G · 100%
AT&T
4G · 0%

FCC maps are theoretical — camper reports confirm signal. Best carrier: Verizon.

Wildlife nearby

iNaturalist · research-grade · 8 km
Alert: American Bison, Bighorn Sheep, Black-tailed Prairie Dogs, and Mule Deer are present in the area. Bison have been reported near campsites, particularly during evening hours.

Location

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(701) 623-4466· Theodore Roosevelt National Park
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Getting there →

The North Unit entrance is located on North Dakota Highway 85, 20 miles (32 km) south of Watford City, ND. If travelling via Interstate 94, use Exit 42 at Belfield, ND, then travel north for approximately 55 miles (88 km) on Highway 85.

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Pro tips

  • Book on recreation.gov exactly 6 months ahead at 10am ET — Theodore Roosevelt National Park fills fast in peak season.
  • Check current road conditions at Theodore Roosevelt National Park before arrival — seasonal closures common.

Frequently asked questions

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How much does Juniper Campground (Nd) cost per night?+
Juniper Campground (Nd) costs $10 per night. Hookup options: No hookups. Bring self-contained unit or tent camp.
What season is Juniper Campground (Nd) open?+
Juniper Campground (Nd) is open Year-round. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
Does Juniper Campground (Nd) have hookups?+
No hookups. Bring self-contained unit or tent camp.
What is the maximum RV length at Juniper Campground (Nd)?+
Juniper Campground (Nd) can accommodate RVs up to 57 feet.
How do I make reservations at Juniper Campground (Nd)?+
Juniper Campground (Nd) is a federal campground — book 6 months ahead at Recreation.gov. Set a free CamperWatch cancellation alert to be notified the moment a site opens.
What is the cell service like at Juniper Campground (Nd)?+
According to FCC coverage maps, cell signal at Juniper Campground (Nd) is rated weak. Best carrier: Verizon. FCC maps show theoretical coverage — actual signal in remote or heavily forested areas may be weaker.
What season is Juniper Campground (Nd) open, and what are check-in times?+
Juniper Campground (Nd) is open Year-round. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
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$10 /night★ 4.3 (3)
SeasonYear-round
Check-in2:00 PM
Check-out12:00 PM
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Nearby Campgrounds

Juniper Campground Group Site (Nd)

WATFORD CITY, ND

From $60/night

Ccc Campground (Nd)

Watford City, ND

From $10/night

Sather Lake Campground (Nd)

Alexander, ND

From $10/night

Roundup Group Horse Camp

MEDORA, ND

From $100/night

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