Are North Dakotas state parks open year-round?
All state parks with full-time staff are open year-round, with reduced services during the off-season. The “off-season” typically runs from October 1 until mid-May. In preparation for freezing weather, park staff begin winterizing the comfort stations and draining campground water lines after the last full weekend in September, or sooner, if the weather forecast is for an early hard frost. However, primitive camping is available for those who enjoy the uncrowded conditions and beautiful fall scenery. Once the snow flies, roads to the campgrounds are not plowed, but the parks do maintain access for cross-country skiers, cabin renters and other winter facilities. To see which parks are open in the off-season and what services are available, check each park’s home page.
All state parks with full-time staff are open year-round, with reduced services during the off-season. The “off-season” typically runs from October 1 until mid-May. In preparation for freezing weather, park staff begin winterizing the comfort stations and draining campground water lines after the last full weekend in September, or sooner, if the weather forecast is for an early hard frost. However, primitive camping is available for those who enjoy the uncrowded conditions and beautiful fall scenery. Once the snow flies, roads to the campgrounds are not plowed, but the parks do maintain access for cross-country skiers, cabin renters and other winter facilities. To see which parks are open in the off-season and what services are available, check each park’s home page.
