Aerial view of Blacktail Dam

Blacktail Dam

HARMFUL ALGAL BLOOM ADVISORY

9/6/2024: The North Dakota Department of Environmental Quality has issued a Harmful Algal Bloom Advisory for Blacktail Dam. An Advisory means a blue-green algae bloom is present in portions of the waterbody. The blue-green algae may be harmful to humans and pets. To reduce the risk of illness:

  • Do not swim, waterski, or tube if the water looks like spilled green paint or pea soup.
  • Avoid swallowing water and watch small children and pets who may ingest water.
  • Rinse off with clean water after swimming.
  • Stay away from areas of scum when boating.

For more information, please visit www.tinyurl.com/WMP-HABs.

About

*10/21/2024: Water access at the main campground spigot, the shower house, and the fishing cleaning station has been turned off for the season. Water will be turned back on in May 2025.*

The park at Blacktail Dam is located about 25 miles north of Williston and offers camping, picnic areas, boating, and several playgrounds. There is also a 9 hole golf course located on the north side of the park.

Activities

Amenities

  • Beach Access
  • Boat Ramp
  • Fish Cleaning Station
  • Fishing Platform
  • Ice - for sale onsite (cash, coin, credit and debit accepted)
  • Picnic Pavilions
  • Playground
  • Restrooms
  • RV Dump Station
  • Coin-Operated Showers
  • Water potable and non-potable

Additional Information

 Boating

All motorized and non-motorized watercraft are allowed.

 Golf

The Blacktail Dam Golf Course is a 9 hole, par 3 course located on the north side of the park. A $5 donation is suggested. Please bring your own clubs, balls, and tees. A bathroom and a picnic shelter are located by the 1st tee. Download the course map here.

 Campfires

Campfires may only be built in the provided fire rings, which may not be moved from their current location. All fires must be supervised by a person of at least 18 years of age and must be maintained in a safe manner in accordance of the ND Rangeland Fire Danger Index. Click here for more information about Williams County Burn Restrictions.

Make a Campsite Reservation

Nightly Camping

Between March 1 and October 31, campsites may be reserved online for same day camping or in advance for a maximum of 14 days (13 nights) and a maximum of four sites per reservation, per person. Year-round, campsites can be reserved onsite/day of by paying at the park with cash or check.

Fees

Credit card (American Express, Visa, Discover, and MasterCard) is accepted online. A service fee of $3 will be applied to each reservation plus a service fee for using a credit/debit card (minimum of $2.50 or 4.5%). Cash or check are accepted onsite at the campground (please visit the pay station).

Primitive or Tent Campsites: $10/night
There are 9 dedicated tent campsites.

Primitive camping is allowed anywhere on park land, but campfires are only allowed in fire rings.

Electric Campsites: $15/night
There are 55 campsites with electrical hookups (20/30/50 amp).

Group Camping
There is one site with electrical hookups designated for Group Camping. Campers must pay individually, per night. A minimum of 2 campers/RVs and a maximum of 4 campers/RVs are allowed.

Overflow Camping
There are 9 campsites designated for Overflow Camping; these campsites are only available during special events.

Check-In/Check-Out

Check-in begins at 3 pm CT and checkout is at 2 pm CT. If you made your reservation online, please check-in using the link provided via email. Check your spam if you did not receive the email!

Modifying or Cancelling Your Reservation

Reservations can be modified online one time. If additional modifications are needed, please call 701-580-1628. Click here to visit the modification page to make changes to your reservation.

Reservations may be cancelled for a full refund up to 48 hours (2 days) prior to your check-in date. For cancellations less than 48 hours in advance, a partial refund may be issued based on length of stay. To request a cancellation, please complete the cancellation request form or call 701-580-1628.

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