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National Park ServiceLast Updated: December 10, 2025
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Campground Overview
Introduction
Roundup is the park's only camping facility in which horses are permitted. This private campsite is located 12 miles from Medora, ND in the park's South Unit. It is reserved by one group at a time; space is not be shared among different parties. Reservations for Roundup begin each season on the first business day in March at 8:00 am MST. See the RESERVATIONS section below. Roundup can accommodate up to 20 people and 20 horses or 30 people if camping without horses.
Campsite Details
Operating Hours
Roundup Group Horse Camp is open May through October.
Weather
Summers are warm (highs 80 - 100 degrees) with occasional thunderstorms and lots of wind. Night time lows in the summer are in the 50s to 60s but begin dropping below zero by late September or early October.
Amenities
Trash & Recycling Collection
Toilets
Potable Water
Directions
Enter the South Unit in Medora. Roundup is about 12 miles north on East River Road. The last 1.5 miles of the route is gravel. Follow signs to the camp. The campground is gated. The lock combination is given to registered campers when they arrive at the park entrance.
Rates & Fees
Roundup Group Campsite - Nightly Rate
Exclusive use of Roundup Group Horse Camp by one group of up to 20 people and 20 horses or 30 people without horses. Maximum stay is 5 nights.
Rules & Regulations
Fire/Stove Policy
All fires must be contained in the provided grills or in a fully contained fire pan. Campfires and use of camp stoves may be restricted during times of high fire danger. Save our trees! Never transport firewood to the park from outside North Dakota. You could introduce harmful pests to the park.Regulations Overview
Only certified weed-free forage is allowed in the park. Horseback riding is permitted on all backcountry trails as well as cross country (off-trail travel). For safety reasons, horses are not permitted on nature trails (trails under 1 mile), or in general-use campgrounds and picnic areas. Horseback riders must abide by regulations regarding horse use. Check in / check out time is noon.Accessibility
Wheelchair Access
Uneven, gravel-packed site.
RV Allowed
Yes
RV Information
This campsite is fairly large, accommodating large vehicles and trailers over 50 feet.
RV Maximum Length
0
Additional Information
Ample parking provides room for several horse trailers and/or RVs (no electric hook-ups). Tenting pads, raised grills for cooking with wood or charcoal, and a covered picnic pavilion are also provided.
Trailer Maximum Length
0
ADA Information
This is not an ADA accessible campsite.
Trailer Allowed
Yes
Access Roads
Unpaved Roads - All vehicles OK in good weather
Classifications
Limited Development Campground
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