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Hazelton Recreation Area

Lake Oahe, North Dakota

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As of October 2026, Hazelton Recreation Area is a campground in North Dakota with 30 campsites. Hazelton Recreation Area is booked through Recreation.gov.

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Hazelton Recreation Area is located at 46.5206° N, 100.5433° W.

people allowed on each site: 8

Hazelton Recreation Area reservations and next available dates

October 2026

November 2026

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Stay and booking rules

Mid-stay changes allowed
Maximum consecutive stay: 14 consecutive days
Maximum reservations at once: 40 reservations
Maximum stay: 14 nights
Maximum per transaction: 10 reservations per transaction
Military discount available

Published by Recreation.gov for Hazelton Recreation Area, read on September 29, 2026.

Campsites at Hazelton Recreation Area

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Standard 30
Hookups 12

Amenities

restrooms
potable water

At a glance: Setting: Lake · Access: Paved road.

Things to do: fishing, boating, swimming, wildlife.

All sites at Hazelton Recreation Area, as listed by Recreation.gov

Every site is in the HAZELTON loop.

Site	Type	Sleeps	Hookups
001	Standard	8	Electric
002	Standard	8	Electric
003	Standard	8	Electric
004	Standard	8	Electric
005	Standard	8	Electric
006	Standard	8	Electric
007	Standard	8	Electric
008	Standard	8	Electric
009	Standard	8	Electric
010	Standard	8	Electric
011	Standard	8	Electric
012	Standard	8	Electric
013	Standard	8	-
014	Standard	8	-
015	Standard	8	-

Site	Type	Sleeps	Hookups
016	Standard	8	-
017	Standard	8	-
018	Standard	8	-
019	Standard	8	-
020	Standard	8	-
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About Hazelton Recreation Area

Overview

Hazelton Recreation Area is located on the east bank of the Missouri River on Lake Oahe just south of Bismarck, North Dakota. The lake is formed by the Oahe Dam in South Dakota, which was built during the Flood Control Act of 1944, commonly called the Pick-Sloan Plan. The lake and dam are named for the Oahe Indian Mission established in 1874 among the Lakota Sioux Indians.

Over 50 recreation areas are scattered around Lake Oahe, where camping, fishing, boating and hunting are popular activities. For more information, please visit the Oahe Dam & Lake website .

Recreation

Visitors enjoy coming to Lake Oahe for its great boating, water skiing, swimming and fishing opportunities. Many species of fish inhabit the lake, including walleye, northern pike and yellow perch.

Many acres of land around the lake are open to public hunting. A wide variety of small and large game animals inhabit the area, including deer, pronghorn, grouse, dove, pheasant, partridge, squirrel, rabbit and waterfowl.

Facilities

The campground offers 18 primitive sites and 12 sites with 50-amp electrical hookups. Picnic tables and campfire rings are provided.

Amenities include vault toilets and a playground. A boat ramp is located on-site and has a large paved parking lot, adjacent picnic tables, a fish cleaning station and additional vault toilets.

Natural Features

Lake Oahe extends from Oahe Dam near Pierre, South Dakota to Bismarck, North Dakota and is 231 miles long. Its 2,250 miles of shoreline are made up of mixed grass prairie dotted with trees that grow down to the shore in occasional steep draws.

Contact Info

For facility specific information, please call (701) 255-0015.

Nearby Attractions

Lake Oahe

Charges & Cancellations

A $10 service fee will apply if you change or cancel your reservation.

Reservation changes and cancellations can be made on Recreation.gov or by calling 1-877-444-6777.

For more information on rules and policies regarding reservation cancellations and changes, please visit: https://www.recreation.gov/rules-reservation-policies.

Rules and notices at Hazelton Recreation Area

Recreation.gov does not date these notices. We last read them on September 29, 2026. Check Hazelton Recreation Area on Recreation.gov

Notices from Recreation.gov

•All public-use of Lake Oahe Project Lands and Waters is governed by Title 36 Code of Federal Regulations (CFR) and is enforced by uniformed U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Park Rangers. In case of Emergency, dial 9-1-1.
•All campsites at Hazelton Recreation area are 100-percent Reserveable with Zero-Day Booking Window. This means you may reserve your campsite up to the day you wish to camp at Hazelton. Please be aware that failure to reserve a site prior to arrival may result in campground being full prior to arrival.
•Up to eight (8) people are allowed per campsite.
•All motor vehicles are restricted to designated roadways and parking areas only, off-road travel is prohibited.
•Fireworks are strictly prohibited on Corps of Engineers lands and waters.
•Fires are only permitted in designated fire rings or grills. All fires must be completely extinguished before departing the campground.
•Visitors must properly dispose of trash in designated recepticles. Do not place trash in fire rings or grills.
•Pets are allowed but must be on a leash no more than six (6') feet in length within the campground. All pet waste must be picked up and properly disposed of promptly.
•Fishing and boating regulations apply and are enforced by North Dakota Department of Game & Fish .
•For more information, please contact the Oahe Project - Bismarck Office at 701-255-0015 or email oahecampgrounds@usace.army.mil.

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STOP THE SPREAD OF INVASIVE SPECIES. Remove plants, seeds, animals, and mud from boots, gear, pets, and vehicles. Clean your gear before entering and leaving the recreation area. Stay on designated roads and trails. CLEAN, DRAIN, DRY boats and any other recreational equipment that contacts water. Dispose of unwanted bait, worms, fish parts, or other organisms into the trash and not into the envirnment. For mor information visit https://www.invasivespeciesinfo.gov/rec

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Hazelton Recreation Area FAQ

How hard is it to get a campsite at Hazelton Recreation Area?

Hazelton Recreation Area is rated "Moderate to Book" based on historical demand. With 30 sites available, you have good chances of finding availability, especially on weekdays.

How do I find last-minute availability at Hazelton Recreation Area?

Cancellations happen frequently at Hazelton Recreation Area, especially 1-2 weeks before check-in dates. PermitSnag monitors availability 24/7 and sends instant alerts when sites open up due to cancellations. This is often the best way to snag popular campsites.

How many campsites does Hazelton Recreation Area have?

Hazelton Recreation Area has 30 campsites.

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