Schnell Ranch Recreation Area
2,000 acres of public prairie and wooded draws with free camping and quiet trails.
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What to expect
This Bureau of Land Management area is native prairie and wooded draws kept for hiking, mountain biking, horseback riding and cross-country skiing. Six free campsites make it an easy overnight close to home.
- 1.5 mi nature trail plus bike and horse trails
- Six free campsites with fire rings and horse corrals
- Drinking water mid-April to mid-October
- Deer, wild turkeys, grouse and songbirds
Getting to Schnell Ranch Recreation Area
I-94 east to Richardton (Hwy 8), then east on Old Hwy 10 about 1 mile and north 0.5 mile on the county road.
Before you go
No fee. Non-motorized only. BLM North Dakota Field Office: 701-227-7700.
Fees, seasons and conditions can change. Confirm with the linked website before you head out.
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