Mel Rieman Rec
Mel Rieman Rec is an Army Corps of Engineers campground in North Dakota. Hookups: electric & water.
- Type
- Army Corps of Engineers campground
- Location
- North Dakota
- Coordinates
- 47.03367, -98.07106
- Hookups
- Electric & Water
- Activities
- Camping, Fishing, Hiking, Picnicking, Swimming Site
- Map
- Open in OpenStreetMap
- Phone
- 701-845-2970
Amenities
- Reservable sites
Only amenities a source confirms are listed; an amenity missing here is unknown, not absent.
About Mel Rieman Rec
Overview The Mel Rieman Campground and Recreation Area is a 70-acre facility on the shoreline of Lake Ashtabula in eastern North Dakota. The campground is known for its spectacular sunset views. It is close to the Baldhill Dam and within walking distance of the Mel Rieman day-use area, where visitors can swim, fish and picnic. Lake Ashtabula was created by the construction of the Baldhill Dam on the Sheyenne River in 1944, and is situated in one of the most scenic river valleys in the region. Visitors can choose from a wide range of recreation opportunities year-round, including ice fishing and cross-country skiing during winter months. Recreation There is no shortage of recreation opportunities and outdoor fun in and around the lake. The day-use area is adjacent to the campground and has a visitor center, playgrounds, picnic facilities, concessions, fishing spots and a boat ramp. The name "Ashtabula" is a Native American word meaning "Fish River," which suits the lake's fish population; popular species include walleye, northern pike, white bass, yellow perch and black bullhead. With seven boat ramps, two accessible fishing piers and four automated fish cleaning stations, the lake is very convenient for anglers. Nearly 3,000 acres of land around the lake is managed as wildlife habitat by the Corps of Engineers and open to the public for wildlife viewing, birding, hiking and hunting. Hunters and anglers should contact the North Dakota Game and Fish Department for seasons,
Cell coverage
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Nearby RV services
- Dump station
- None mapped within 50 mi
- Water fill
- None mapped within 50 mi
- Propane
- None mapped within 50 mi
- Low clearances
- None mapped within 10 mi
Other places to stay nearby
| Name | Type | Distance | Fee | Hookups |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Eggerts Landing | Army Corps of Engineers campground | 5.2 mi | — | Electric |
| West Ashtabula Crossing | Army Corps of Engineers campground | 5.8 mi | — | Electric |
| Valley City RV Park | RV park | 8.4 mi | — | — |
| Love's Travel Stop #849 | Overnight parking | 9.1 mi | — | — |
| East Ashtabula Crossing | Army Corps of Engineers campground | 9.1 mi | — | Electric |
| Page City Park Campground | Free campsite | 25 mi | Free | — |
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Sources. Recreation.gov (RIDB). Updated June 2026. Facility facts only; DryRig does not publish ratings or reviews on this page.