Is Sherlock Park Campground first-come first-served or reservation?

Sherlock Park Campground accepts online reservations. We recommend booking in advance, especially during peak season (typically summer weekends). Use campsite alerts to get notified when spots become available.

What is the best time to visit Sherlock Park Campground?

Sherlock Park Campground is open Seasonal — opening and closing dates vary by campground. Check the campground webpage or contact the managing unit for specific dates.. The best time to visit depends on your preferences—summer offers the warmest weather and most activities, while spring and fall provide fewer crowds and milder temperatures. Check current conditions before your trip.

Are there showers at Sherlock Park Campground?

Yes, Sherlock Park Campground has shower facilities available for campers. Check the amenities section for details on hours and any fees.

Can I have a campfire at Sherlock Park Campground?

Fire policies at Sherlock Park Campground: Light fires only within existing fire rings and charcoal grills; do not leave fires unattended and fully extinguish before leaving. Use approved or local firewood to prevent pest spread. Dead wood already on the ground may be gathered for onsite use where allowed.. Always check current fire restrictions before your trip, as conditions change seasonally.

Are dogs allowed at Sherlock Park Campground?

Pets are not allowed at Sherlock Park Campground. This policy helps protect local wildlife and other campers. Consider nearby pet-friendly campgrounds if traveling with animals.

What amenities are available at Sherlock Park Campground?

Sherlock Park Campground offers: Restrooms, Showers, Potable Water, Electrical Hookups, Water Hookups, Sewer Hookups. See our detailed campground page for the full list of facilities and features.

What activities can I do at Sherlock Park Campground?

Popular activities at Sherlock Park Campground include Hiking, Fishing, Biking, Boating. The surrounding area offers plenty of outdoor recreation opportunities for all skill levels.

Sherlock Park Campground

4.34

22 reviews

Top 23% in MNSummer

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Price

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Varies

Season

Seasonal — opening a...

Cell

No Service

Pets

No Pets

Full HookupsPull-ThroughShowersWiFi

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Summer brings the most reliable conditions: daytime highs in the mid-70s to mid-80s°F, mostly dry weather, and full access to boat launches and riverside sites. Walleye, northern pike, and catfish are active, and the greenway trails stay busy with bikers and hikers. The Red River's spring flooding risk shapes the seasonal schedule. Snowmelt can bring dramatic water level changes that close portions of the campground. Plan for summer or early fall. Check current river levels before booking spring dates.

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4.5 / 5

Top 23% in MN

Summer most reliable: mid-70s/80s, full access to launches and riverside sites.

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Operating Season: Seasonal — opening and closing dates vary by campground. Check the campground webpage or contact the managing unit for specific dates.

About Sherlock Park Campground

Sherlock Park Campground sits along the Red River in East Grand Forks, where riverside sites meet urban convenience. The campground offers spacious pull-through sites, many with full hookups, and connects directly to the Greater Grand Forks Greenway trail system. A 4.7-star rating from 22 reviews reflects clean facilities, friendly staff, and quick access to downtown restaurants and shopping.

Developed urban campground with a mix of RV sites (including many full hookups) and walk-in tent sites near the river; additional site types not specified.

Weather and SeasonsSummer brings the most reliable conditions: daytime highs in the mid-70s to mid-80s°F, mostly dry weather, and full access to boat launches and riverside sites. Walleye, northern pike, and catfish are active, and the greenway trails stay busy with bikers and hikers. The Red River's spring flooding risk shapes the seasonal schedule. Snowmelt can bring dramatic water level changes that close portions of the campground. Plan for summer or early fall. Check current river levels before booking spring dates.

Natural Features and SceneryThe Red River of the North flows past the campground's eastern edge, its wooded banks creating a buffer from the urban surroundings. Walk-in tent sites near the river offer the most seclusion, though flood walls along the bank serve as a reminder of spring's high water. The Greater Grand Forks Greenway runs 8 miles through the area, connecting Minnesota and North Dakota with paved trails for hiking and biking. Despite the city setting, reviewers note the campground feels surprisingly quiet behind the flood walls, with the river's gentle current visible from waterfront sites.

Scenic ViewsScenic river views along the Red River and paved greenway trails; urban skyline and riverside green space.

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Best CampsitesSite 109 sits close to the greenway trail entrance. Walk-in tent sites near the river provide more seclusion and direct water access, though they sacrifice the convenience of vehicle parking. Pull-through sites are spacious and level, many offering full hookups with easy in-and-out access for RVs. Sites generally lack privacy and shade, so river proximity matters if you want any buffer from neighbors.

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Urban campground with many developed amenities reported by visitors, including showers, flush toilets, potable water, picnic tables, fire rings, and on-site full hookups at many sites; Wi‑Fi has been reported by visitors. No official data on dump station, cell service, or pet rules.

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Electric hookups66 of 85 sites (78%)

Water hookups60 of 85 sites (71%)

Sewer hookups60 of 85 sites (71%)

60 full hookup sites56 pull-through sites

Activities you can enjoy

Access to riverfront recreation and urban greenway trails; visitors use the site for hiking, biking, fishing, boating, and family activities such as playground/pool visits and campfires.

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Policies & Safety

Hazards & AlertsSpring flooding from the Red River/Red Lake River is a primary hazard. Other reported issues include urban street noise, occasional nearby dirt racetrack noise on weekend nights, and low site privacy; some access roads/tree branches may pose clearance issues for tall RVs.

No Cell ServiceCell phone service is not available at this campground. Plan accordingly for emergencies and download offline maps before arriving.

No Dump StationThere is no dump station at this campground. Plan to use a dump station along your route or at a nearby facility before or after your stay.

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4.3

22 reviews

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Sherlock Park Campground is recommended, placing it in the top 40% of campgrounds based on reviews

Reviews are overwhelmingly positive, praising clean facilities, spacious sites, friendly staff, and convenient urban location with trail access and nearby restaurants; occasional minor complaints about noise and spring flooding.

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Spacious, clean sites with many full hookups; good restrooms and showers; family‑friendly with nearby playground and pool; convenient access to greenway trails, downtown amenities, and shopping;...

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Request sites near the river for walk‑in tent seclusion or pull‑through sites for easy RV access; check for seasonal flooding in spring; Castle Park playground and the greenway are within walking...

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“Wonderful wifi. Great one night stay!” — “Showers adequate, water tepid, otherwise quiet, peaceful!!”

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RVers doing a Northern Plains road trip who want full hookups, reliable Wi-Fi, and a real dinner in town instead of a camp stove meal. Pull-through sites are spacious and reviewers consistently call the showers and restrooms clean.

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Tent campers wanting shade and privacy will find both in short supply here. Sites are open and the urban setting brings early garbage trucks and, on some weekend nights, racetrack noise from nearby. Pets can't come either.

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About Willow Creek Reservoir - Montana

Context for the broader area surrounding Sherlock Park Campground, sourced from the federal Recreation.gov rec-area record.

<A HREF="http://www.usbr.gov/projects/Facility.jsp?fac_Name=Willow+Creek+Dam">Willow Creek Dam</a>, a part of the <A HREF="http://www.usbr.gov/projects/Project.jsp?proj_Name=Sun River Project">Sun River Project</a>, is an earthfill structure on Willow Creek about 15 miles southeast of Gibson Dam. This reservoir, with 1,530 water surface acres, 3,069 land acres and 11 shoreline miles, offers fishing for rainbow trout and kokanee salmon.

Directions

Located about 20 miles west of Great Falls, Montana. Off U.S. 89.