Crown Butte Dam campground
Crown Butte Dam
Reservations are not accepted at Crown Butte Dam camping area. Campsites are available on a first-come, first-served basis, so it is recommended to arrive early to secure a spot, especially during peak season. The best time to visit this camping area is during the spring and fall when the weather is mild and the surrounding nature is in full bloom.
Crown Butte Dam camping area is surrounded by natural beauty, with stunning views of the dam and the picturesque landscape. However, campers need to be cautious of the local wildlife, particularly snakes and ticks. It is advisable to take precautions such as wearing appropriate clothing, using insect repellent, and staying on marked trails. Overall, Crown Butte Dam camping area offers a serene and well-equipped camping experience for nature enthusiasts seeking an escape in North Dakota.
What's on-site at Crown Butte Dam
Key facilities Snoflo tracks for this campground. Confirm with the operator before booking -- amenities can change seasonally.
Plan your trip down to the hour
Same weather feed Snoflo's iOS app uses -- updated continuously from NOAA / yr.no.
Next 5 days, hour by hour
Temperature line with weather symbols on top, snow + rain accumulation as columns, humidity as a dotted line.
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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15-day temperature & precipitation
Daily temperatures, snow, and rain projected over the next two weeks. Hover any point for the full breakdown.
Other campgrounds in the area
Snoflo-tracked campsites within driving distance of Crown Butte Dam, with reservations status.
| Campground | Reservations | Toilets | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sweetbriar Lake - Southeast Ramp - Nd Gfd | ✗ | ✓ | → |
| Sweet Briar Lake | ✗ | ✓ | → |
| Sweetbriar Lake-Northwest Ramp - Nd Gfd | ✗ | ✓ | → |
| North City Park | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| General Sibley City Park | ✓ | ✗ | → |
Nearby streamflow
USGS streamgauges within reach of Crown Butte Dam -- pulled live from the National Water Information System.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Heart River Nr Mandan | 71 cfs | → |
| Sweetbriar Creek Nr Judson | 2 cfs | → |
| Heart River At Stark Bridge Nr Judson | 49 cfs | → |
| Missouri River At Bismarck | 13,800 cfs | → |
| Burnt Creek Nr Bismarck | 1 cfs | → |
| Square Butte Creek Below Center | 1 cfs | → |
Plan a longer trip
The closest parks, lakes, boat launches, and paddle runs so a camping night can grow into a full weekend.
Parks
- Fort Abraham Lincoln State Park
- Molander Indian Village State Historic Site
- Cross Ranch State Park
- Fort Clark Historic Site
- Lake Patricia State Conservation Area
- Knife River Indian Villages National Historic Site
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 Crown Butte Dam as a favorite, set a custom threshold (precipitation, snowpack, freezing temperatures), and the iOS app will push the moment conditions cross.
About Crown Butte Dam
Can I make reservations at Crown Butte Dam?
This campground does not appear to accept reservations -- it's typically first-come, first-served. Arrive early on summer weekends.
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 Crown Butte Dam?
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.
Other campgrounds near here
Snoflo-tracked campgrounds within driving distance of Crown Butte Dam.