Rough Rider State Park

05/18/2026

If you love camping, meeting new people, and lending a helping hand, this could be the perfect volunteer opportunity for you!

Rough Rider State Park has a few campground host spots to fill for the upcoming season with flexible schedules and timeframes. Openings remain through October 15. Hosts receive free, full-service camping for the duration of their stay.

Trade your regular routine for park life and join us in Medora!

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05/15/2026

A quick reminder for our visitors: the campground remains closed as crews put the finishing touches on our redesign project. We look forward to welcoming campers back on July 7!

While the Maah Daah Hey Trailhead is open for day use, please follow all posted signage and stay out of the campground area for your safety and the safety of the crews working on site.

Reservations are open, so make plans now to join us at Rough Rider State Park!

05/06/2026

Join the team at Rough Rider State Park for a historic summer in Medora! Did you know we offer employee housing? With limited housing available in the area, we're making it easier to live and work in one of North Dakota’s most iconic places.

We’re hiring groundskeepers, customer service associates, and park rangers as our newly redesigned campground reopens on July 7. Help create memorable experiences for visitors from across the country.

Spots are limited, so apply today! bit.ly/NDParksJobs

05/05/2026

Reminder! If you’re eager to camp at the redesigned Rough Rider State Park, reservations are now open! The first official day of camping is on July 7.

Visit reserveNDparks.com to get familiar with the campground, which includes modern sites with electricity and water hookups as well as primitive sites. The park allows horses and has both modern and modern group equestrian sites with corrals.

The campground is equipped with vault toilets, a showerhouse, and an RV dump station. Some construction will continue this season as we complete the new comfort station.

We are excited to welcome you back!

04/29/2026

You’ve been asking, and the wait is almost over! Campsite reservations for Rough Rider State Park will open May 5, with the redesigned campground welcoming campers starting July 7.

It’s going to be a historic summer in Medora, and we’re excited to be part of it. With additional campsites and expanded services, we’ll be able to welcome more campers to this incredible Badlands setting. Enjoy peaceful views, nearby trails, and all the adventure Medora has to offer right outside your campsite.

Construction on the new comfort station/storm shelter will continue during the season as we complete major improvements designed with modern amenities and added safety in mind.

Mark your calendar, plan ahead, and get ready to camp at Rough Rider State Park again!

04/23/2026

Join the team at Rough Rider State Park for a historic summer in Medora! Did you know we offer employee housing? With limited housing available in the area, we're making it easier to live and work in one of North Dakota’s most iconic places.

We’re hiring groundskeepers, customer service associates, and park rangers as our newly redesigned campground reopens. Help create memorable experiences for visitors from across the country.

Spots are limited, so apply today!

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04/08/2026

We are still looking for 2026 campground host!

Campground hosts are the friendly faces that help make our parks welcoming and enjoyable for everyone. If you love camping, meeting new people, and lending a helping hand, this could be the perfect volunteer opportunity for you!

North Dakota State Parks is looking for campground hosts for the upcoming season. Openings remain at the following parks:

- Fort Stevenson
- Icelandic
- Lake Metigoshe
- Lake Sakakawea
- Lewis & Clark
- Little Missouri
- Rough Rider
- Turtle River

Ready to trade your regular routine for park life? Learn more and apply today! bit.ly/CampHostND

03/30/2026

Rough Rider State Park is Hiring!

●Groundskeeper
●Customer Service Associate
●Park Ranger
Housing opportunities!

An amazing opportunity to spend your summer in the ND Badlands. Located 2 miles from Medora!

03/09/2026

We’re hiring a Groundskeeper!

• Up to 40 hours per week.
• Housing provided.
• A great opportunity to make a meaningful impact on the visitor experience.

bit.ly/NDParksJobs

02/12/2026

The forecast is sunny with a chance of muddy paws.

02/06/2026

An update for our visitors: Camping reservations at Rough Rider State Park are not open yet due to ongoing construction. While the project is nearing completion, remaining work will continue this spring, and final timelines are heavily dependent on weather conditions.

Once a re-opening date is finalized, we will share when camping reservations will open so campers can begin booking. Day-use access to the Maah Daah Hey Trail will remain open throughout construction.

Take a look at this video from November, which shows the progress made so far. We appreciate your patience as these improvements take shape and look forward to welcoming you back in the future!