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Access Site ND

Lake Sakakawea

Lake Sakakawea Missouri River

Source: north_dakota_game_and_fish_department Updated 1 year ago

City: Riverdale, ND
County: McLean County
Type: Boat Ramp
Location: 47.54577262, -101.30004912
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About This Access Site
This popular day-use access point near Riverdale provides convenient boat ramp facilities to Lake Sakakawea, one of the largest reservoirs in the region. The state park features two boat ramps with courtesy docks: a multi-lane ramp on the west side and a single-lane ramp on the southeast side. The area also includes bathroom facilities and a fish cleaning station, making it well-suited for both paddlers and motorized boaters.

Lake Sakakawea offers expansive paddling opportunities across its 178-mile length and 1,340 miles of shoreline, providing scenic routes and numerous anchoring options. The access point is conveniently located just off Highway 200, making it easily accessible from the Riverdale area. Several reservable campgrounds are located within 10 miles, including East Totten Trail, Wolf Creek, and Downstream Campgrounds, making this an excellent base for multi-day trips. Note that water conditions and ramp usability may vary seasonally, particularly after heavy rain or flood events.
Federal Facility Information
Free Access

This recreation area is part of Sakakawea Lake

Nearby Campgrounds (3 within 10 miles)
EAST TOTTEN TRAIL CAMPGROUND (ND)
On-site Reservable
WOLF CREEK CAMPGROUND (ND)
On-site Reservable
Downstream Campground (ND)
On-site Reservable
Nearby Recreation Areas
Knife River Indian Villages National Historic Site Located within
Sakakawea Lake Located within
Audubon National Wildlife Refuge Located within