Wannagan campground
Wannagan
The area is home to several points of interest such as the Lake Metigoshe State Park, which offers various recreational activities like fishing, boating, and hiking trails. Additionally, the International Peace Garden and the Canadian border are close by, making it easy to explore different areas.
Campground amenities include fire pits, picnic tables, showers, and restrooms. The campground is a first-come-first-serve basis, with 26 campsites available, so visitors are advised to arrive early to secure a spot.
An interesting fact about the area is that it is known for its abundance of wildlife, including black bears, bison, and moose. Visitors should take caution and follow appropriate safety measures when exploring the area.
The best time of year to visit the Wannagan Camping Area is during the summer months, from June to August, with average temperatures ranging from 60-80°F. However, visitors should be prepared for rain and occasional thunderstorms during this time of year.
What's on-site at Wannagan
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 Wannagan, with reservations status.
| Campground | Reservations | Toilets | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wannagan Campground | ✗ | ✓ | → |
| Roundup Horse Group Campground | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Cottonwood - Theodore Roosevelt National Park | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Buffalo Gap | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Buffalo Gap Campground | ✗ | ✓ | → |
Nearby streamflow
USGS streamgauges within reach of Wannagan -- pulled live from the National Water Information System.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Little Missouri River At Medora | 38 cfs | → |
| Beaver Creek Nr Trotters | 2 cfs | → |
| Green River Nr New Hradec | 2 cfs | → |
| Heart River Nr South Heart | 3 cfs | → |
| Deep Creek Nr Amidon | 0 cfs | → |
| Little Missouri River Nr Watford City | 23 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
- Wilderness Theodore Roosevelt
- Sully Creek State Recreation Area
- National Park Theodore Roosevelt
- Theodore Roosevelt National Park South Unit
- Theodore Roosevelt National Park - North Unit
Points of interest
- Petrified Forest Plateau
- Mike Auney Bottom
- Wind Canyon Overlook
- Wayside Exhibit - "Carved By Wind And Water"
- Big Plateau
- Beef Corral Bottom
Paddle runs
- Southern Boundary Of The South Unit Of Theodore Roosevelt National Park To Northern Boundary Of The South Unit Of Theodore Roosevelt National Park
- Southern Boundary Of The Elkhorn Unit Of Theodore Roosevelt National Park To Northern Boundary Of The Elkhorn Unit Of Theodore Roosevelt National Park
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 Wannagan as a favorite, set a custom threshold (precipitation, snowpack, freezing temperatures), and the iOS app will push the moment conditions cross.
About Wannagan
Can I make reservations at Wannagan?
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 Wannagan?
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 Wannagan.