Camping in North Dakota is always a good time. Believe it or not, despite the deep chill of our occasionally brutal winters, it’s never a bad time to go pitch a tent – or reserve a cabin, get a yurt, you know… whatever you’re into. Should you be feeling the need to get out and enjoy the great outdoors, you’re in luck: turns out, our state parks feature year-round camping, rain or shine, snow or ice. My favorite year-round campground in North Dakota is tough to pin down, to say the least – there are so many options! But, for now, let’s just check out Cross Ranch State Park, one of the best year-round campgrounds in the whole state.

Cross Ranch State Park is an idyllic place, existing along some of the last undeveloped stretches of the Missouri River.
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It's stunningly beautiful all year, with vibrant colors in the summer and fall and a white wonderland to look forward to in the winter. Despite the cold, it's a lovely place to camp.
And camp you may: winter camping at Cross Ranch State Park is actually quite popular, thanks to the ease with which one can do it.
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Perhaps better still, there are two campgrounds within the park (and some other delights, too!). Whether you're a camper or a glampers, there's a little something around here for you.
Personally, I'm a big fan of yurts.
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It's like... a step above traditional tent camping but below a hotel. There's something so outrageously cozy about them, especially when there's a chill in the air.

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They're always larger on the inside than they appear, too, which is a pleasant surprise for anyone experiencing yurt camping for the first time.
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There are a handful of yurts to choose from at Cross Ranch State Park, and they're perfectly delightful all year 'round.
Other campsites include 36 standard campsites, 23 primitive campsites, six group standard campsites, and two group primitive campsites.
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Truly, no matter what you're looking for in camping at this gorgeous North Dakota state park - it'll be easy to find.
There's nothing quite a calming to the soul than watching the sun rise - or set - over a stunningly beautiful landscape.
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No matter the season, you're sure to leave here feeling refreshed, with a newly-cleansed spirit and a strengthened love for the outdoors.
Truly, if there's any state perfect for campers looking to get away from it all (including other campers), North Dakota is the place to be.
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For more information (and to reserve your campsite), be sure to check out the official North Dakota Parks and Rec website. And great news: this isn’t even the only year-round campground in North Dakota. It’s an amazing world out there – better go out and explore!

If camping isn’t your thing but you want to explore our state parks all the same, I get it – check out some of the options from our friends at VRBO instead. What are your favorite year-round campground in North Dakota? Let me know.

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Cross Ranch State Park, 1403 River Rd, Center, ND 58530, USA