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Red Trail Campground
Overview
Red Trail Campground serves as a welcoming gateway for those exploring the rugged beauty of the North Dakota Badlands. Established as a long-standing, family-owned destination, the park balances a traditional camping atmosphere with the immense convenience of being within walking distance of downtown Medora. **Red Trail Campground** provides a reliable base for travelers seeking to immerse themselves in the western history and natural wonders of the region while staying in **Medora**.
Location & Surroundings
Situated just off Interstate 94, the campground is perfectly positioned at the doorstep of the **Theodore Roosevelt National Park South Unit**. The surrounding landscape features the iconic, multi-colored buttes and dramatic canyons of the Badlands, creating a stunning backdrop for your evening campfire. Because it is located directly in the **historic village of Medora**, guests can enjoy a quiet retreat at their site while remaining mere minutes away from authentic western dining and museums.
Amenities & Park Features
The park is well-equipped for diverse RV types, offering **full hookup sites** with reliable 30 and 50-amp electrical service. Spacious pull-through sites are available to accommodate larger big rigs, while shaded tent areas provide peaceful options for traditional campers. Key facilities include modern restrooms and an on-site **camp store and gift shop**. A highlight for many guests is the charming ice cream parlor, which offers a perfect way to cool down after a day of exploring the dusty trails.
Nearby Attractions & Things to Do
Nature lovers will appreciate being so close to the **Maah Daah Hey Trail**, known for world-class mountain biking and hiking. Within the national park, visitors can witness bison, prairie dogs, and wild horses in their natural habitat along the scenic loop drive. For evening entertainment, the famous **Medora Musical** performs in a spectacular outdoor amphitheater nearby. History buffs can also tour the Chateau de Mores to learn about the area's rich ranching heritage.
Who This Park Is Best For
This campground is an ideal fit for **family vacationers** who want to be in the heart of the local action. Its high level of walkability makes it perfect for those who prefer to set up camp and explore the town's shops and theaters on foot. It is also a top choice for **national park enthusiasts** seeking a well-managed and friendly home base while they traverse the scenic drives and rugged backcountry of western North Dakota.
Amenities
- Tenting
- Recreational Facilities
- Policies
- Other Amenities & Services
- Recreation Nearby (within 10 miles)
- Discounts
- Facility
- Internet
- Hunting Nearby (within 20 miles)
- On-Site Rentals
- Sites
User Reviews
John Virgl
The staff was counting the days for winter shut down. We had a nice stall with a great view of the mountain side for a day then they put a big class A next to us. There was not room to walk around the picnic table with their slide out. And there 4 more empty stalls on the other side of this big A. And yes the Rest Rooms need updating & had one stall plugged. I notified them & they thought I did it.
Cynthia Taniguchi
The park is very congested and spaces are tight. Staff escorted us to our sight and stayed to assist with backing in. Once we were parked, all was well. The water tasted good and the site was level. The location is convenient to town shopping, entertainment and Theodore Roosevelt NP. We did not use the RV park showers or laundry, so can't vouch for those.
Kevin Holladay
This is a very nice RV park. It is quiet except for the occasional train that goes by a couple of blocks away. No train horns. Easy walking distance to town. The manager and staff are friendly and helpful. The four stars are because it is an older park and the bathrooms could use a good refresher but everything works. They have a variety of spaces for every type of RV. There is also cable TV.
Ray Snyder
Really nice staff. They escorted us to our campsite and backed us in. Everything worked well and showers had plenty of hot water. Close to Roosevelt National Park.
J.P. Page
Overall, this was a nice place to stay. Walking distance to the town of Medora. Approx 2 miles from the South Unit entrance to Theodore Roosevelt National park. The sites were close together, but we still had room to park our truck, use our grill, and sit out in the chairs. The staff were so nice! They personally took us to our site. Bathroom/showers were always clean. Complaints: my only complaint was no dog run or area to take your dog to go to the bathroom. Ours needs a little more space to do his thing. The only other complaint was the stall door latches in the men’s room did not work. They did not work on any door! The stall door would open by itself while you were in the shower and someone would open the door if you were using the toilet. I really enjoyed this campground. We stayed on a Thursday, Friday, Saturday, and left Sunday. Every night a gentleman would play music for you up by the office building. I would definitely recommend this campground!
derrick jones
It's a wonderful place to visit the staff are awesome the facilities and property are well kept. They also have a small grocery store with a little bit of everything! It's definitely a good place to stay at in Medora with everything Medora has to offer in a short walking distance from the camp.
Eddy Ed
Good campground. Nice and level site. Easy hook ups and everything worked. Check in was fast, they allowed us to put our trailer next to our camper (sites were big enough for both). Very close to town, easy walk or bike ride. I will stay here again.
Rosemary Anderson
I liked this campground because it was close to everything I wanted to do and wifi was great! . Bathroom needed some door handle repairs. Holiday weekend had this place packed and noisy at night.
Robyn Reisner
Friendly workers, clean campground, and nice kids playground. It was pretty quiet before the 11pm designated quiet time (while we were there anyway). The bathrooms and laundry were a little dated but were looked after okay. This is BIG rig friendly but also has spots for tents. We especially liked the location to downtown and national park. The location to southern Theodore Roosevelt park is a quick drive. The downtown is accessible by bike or a quick 5-10 min walk. The whole downtown is walkable with lots of restaurants, bars, ice cream, shops, and entertainment. The carriage ride was a hit with our toddlers. There's a large play structure and put put golf in the back of the town. There is a great hike to the top of a butte from just behind the put put golf. They have several projects underway for 2022-2025. Please note there is one gas station in town (reasonable price) but not much in the way of groceries. It looks like the closet full grocery is about 30 miles away.
Heather Dima
Wonderful people! Kindly helped me when the tire was low on my van even though I wasn't staying there. The grounds looked clean and well kept.