Camping Area

Buffalo River State Park campground

North-Dakota, USA 46.870°, -96.474°
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Reservations
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Nearby campsites
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Buffalo River State Park -- North-Dakota campground
Buffalo River State Park North-Dakota
About this campground

Buffalo River State Park

Buffalo River State Park in Minnesota offers a picturesque camping experience with views of the prairie landscape. The park has numerous hiking trails, fishing opportunities, and a swimming pool for visitors to enjoy nearby. The campground offers amenities such as fire pits, showers, and flush toilets. Reservations are recommended, but some first-come-first-serve sites are available. There are 44 campsites available, with some offering electric hookups. The best time to visit is during the summer months when temperatures average around 70°F during the day and 50°F at night.
StateNorth-Dakota
Latitude46.8696°
Longitude-96.4737°
Amenities

What's on-site at Buffalo River State Park

Key facilities Snoflo tracks for this campground. Confirm with the operator before booking -- amenities can change seasonally.

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Reservations
Available
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Toilets
Not listed
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Showers
On site
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Fire rings
Check rules
Detailed forecast

Plan your trip down to the hour

Same weather feed Snoflo's iOS app uses -- updated continuously from NOAA / yr.no.

Hourly detail

Next 5 days, hour by hour

Temperature line with weather symbols on top, snow + rain accumulation as columns, humidity as a dotted line.

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Deep dive

5-day forecast table

Every 3 hours, broken out across temperature, snow, rain, humidity, and wind. Each cell is colour-coded relative to the column min/max so trends jump out at a glance.

Time Condition Temp (°F) Snow (in) Rain (in) Humidity (%) Wind (mps) Wind dir
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Long-term outlook

15-day temperature & precipitation

Daily temperatures, snow, and rain projected over the next two weeks. Hover any point for the full breakdown.

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Nearby campgrounds

Other campgrounds in the area

Snoflo-tracked campsites within driving distance of Buffalo River State Park, with reservations status.

Campground Reservations Toilets View
Wagner Park
Lindenwood Park
Sherin Memorial Park/Campground
Sherin Memorial City Campground
Rothsay City Park
Live water

Nearby streamflow

USGS streamgauges within reach of Buffalo River State Park -- pulled live from the National Water Information System.

Snowpack

Nearby snow depths

NRCS SNOTEL stations within reach of Buffalo River State Park -- relevant when planning a shoulder-season or alpine trip.

SNOTEL station Snowpack 24h Snowfall View
Sabin 0.0 in 0.0 in
Fargo 3s 0.0 in 0.0 in
Hector International Arpt 0.0 in 0.0 in
Breckenridge 4ne 0.0 in 0.0 in
Fergus Falls 4.9 E 0.0 in 0.0 in
Around the spot

Plan a longer trip

The closest parks, lakes, boat launches, and paddle runs so a camping night can grow into a full weekend.

Camping essentials & Leave No Trace

Pack it in, pack it out
Take all trash, food scraps, and gear back with you to keep campsites clean and protect wildlife.
Respect wildlife
Observe animals from a distance, store food securely, and never feed wildlife to maintain natural behavior and safety.
Know before you go
Check weather, fire restrictions, trail conditions, and permit requirements to ensure a safe and well-planned trip.
Minimize campfire impact
Use established fire rings, keep fires small, fully extinguish them, or opt for a camp stove when fires are restricted.
Leave what you find
Preserve natural and cultural features by avoiding removal of plants, rocks, artifacts, or other elements of the environment.

Set push alerts in the Snoflo app

Save Buffalo River State Park as a favorite, set a custom threshold (precipitation, snowpack, freezing temperatures), and the iOS app will push the moment conditions cross.

FAQ

About Buffalo River State Park

Can I make reservations at Buffalo River State Park?

Yes -- this campground accepts reservations. Snoflo recommends booking early for peak season; check the operator (Recreation.gov / state park system / private operator) for the booking window and cancellation policy.

How fresh is the weather data on this page?

The hourly forecast updates throughout the day from the NOAA / yr.no public feeds. Streamflow data is pulled live from USGS streamgauges and snowpack from the NRCS SNOTEL network.

What's the best time of year to visit?

Use the 15-day temperature & precipitation outlook on this page to plan -- pick a window with comfortable temperatures and low precipitation. For longer trips, the 5-day hourly meteogram shows snow + rain accumulation hour-by-hour.

How do I get to Buffalo River State Park?

Tap Directions in the hero above to open driving directions in Google Maps, or Open in map to center the Snoflo interactive map on the campground.

Can I get alerts when conditions change?

Yes -- alerts are managed through the Snoflo iOS app. Favorite this campground, set a threshold (temperature, snowpack, precipitation), and you'll get a push the moment it crosses.

More camping

Other campgrounds near here

Snoflo-tracked campgrounds within driving distance of Buffalo River State Park.

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Manage alerts in the Snoflo app

Custom push alerts are configured in the iOS app -- favorite this campground, set a threshold (temperature, snowpack, precipitation), and you'll get a push the moment it crosses.

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