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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

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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,

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Nearby RV services

Dump station
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Water fill
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Propane
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Low clearances
None mapped within 10 mi

Other places to stay nearby

NameTypeDistanceFeeHookups
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.