Reserve a Campsite
Reservation Information
The Williams County Parks Department offers online reservations for campsites located at Blacktail Dam, Epping/Springbrook Dam, and Little Egypt. Beginning on June 16, 2024, Kota Ray Dam will be closed until further notice for Master Plan construction projects.
Between March 1 and October 31, campsites may be reserved same day or in advance for the duration of the year for a maximum of 14 days (13 nights) and a maximum of four sites per reservation, per person, with the exception of McGregor Dam Campsite, which is closed to camping on Tuesdays and Wednesdays. If you wish to have a longer stay, you must vacate the park for at least 24 hours prior to returning for an additional stay. Campgrounds will remain open throughout the winter, but sites will be first come, first served, and campers may only pay by cash or check (made out to Williams County) at the pay station.
When you make a reservation, you will receive two emails: one that is your payment confirmation and one that contains your booking details. If you did not receive both, please check your junk/spam box. If you need assistance, please contact the Parks Department.
Cancellation Policy
Reservations may be cancelled for a full refund up to 48 hours (2 days) prior to 3 pm on your check-in date. For cancellations made 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.
Check-In and Check-Out Times
Since campsites can now be reserved online, we have implemented Check-In and Check-Out times whether or not you reserved online. Check-in for all sites is 3 pm CT and Check-out is 2 pm CT.
Fees
Credit card (American Express, Visa, Discover, and MasterCard) is accepted online. A service fee of $3 is 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).
Seasonal Reservations
Seasonal campsite reservations are only available for select campsites at Blacktail Dam. Sites are assigned using a lottery system. The 2024 lottery is now closed.
Questions?
Blacktail Dam
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.
Epping/Springbrook Dam
The park at Epping/Springbrook Dam is located about 15 miles east of Williston and offers camping, a fishing pier, a playground, and more.
8/28/2024 - The NDDEQ has downgraded Epping-Springbrook Dam from a Harmful Algae Bloom ADVISORY to a WATCH. Anyone recreating on water bodies should avoid areas with suspected HABs, regardless of whether a Watch, Advisory, or Warning is currently in place. When in doubt, stay out! For more information, visit the North Dakota Department of Environmental Quality website.
Kota Ray Dam
The park at Kota Ray Dam is located about 10 miles south of Ray and offers fishing, camping, boating and more.
As of March 1, 2024, online reservations for Kota Ray Dam will not be available due to planned construction projections for 2024. The park will be closed to all visitors beginning at 3 pm on Sunday, June 16 and will remain closed until further notice as we make improvements at the park. For more information, please visit the Master Parks Plan webpage.
Little Egypt
Little Egypt is a waterfront park located on Lake Sakakawea about 30 miles south of Ray. The park offers picnic areas, camping, and direct access to Lake Sakakawea for swimming and non-motorized watercraft.