Aerial view of Smishek Lake surrounded by North Dakota wilderness

Powers Lake, North Dakota

Unplug at the Shore of Smishek Lake

Set your tent on the quiet shores of Powers Lake and let the rhythm of North Dakota wilderness become your routine. No rush — just you, water, and sky.

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Lakeside

Campsites with direct water access

Pristine

Clean, well-maintained grounds

Secluded

Private setting in North Dakota

All Seasons

Open year-round for outdoor lovers

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Tent camping setup at Smishek Lake Campground with lake view

Our Story

A Quiet Corner of North Dakota Waiting for You

Smishek Lake Campground sits on the edge of Powers Lake, where the prairie meets water and the pace of life slows to something honest. This isn't a place you pass through — it's a place you arrive at and stay awhile.

Whether you're trailing in with a tent after a long week, parking the RV for a weekend, or returning year after year because this is the only place that feels like home, we keep things simple: clean sites, calm water, and the kind of silence you can actually hear.

Lakeside Sites

Waterfront camping options

RV Friendly

Sites accommodate various sizes

Quiet Nights

No crowds, just stars

Family Owned

Personal attention to every guest

What We Offer

Everything You Need, Nothing You Don't

We keep our amenities practical and well-kept so you can focus on what matters — the lake, the fire, the company.

Lakeside Camping

Set up right on the water's edge. Wake up to ripples and birds instead of alarm clocks.

RV Sites

Spacious pull-through and back-in sites for RVs of all sizes, with easy highway access.

Clean Restrooms

Well-maintained facilities with hot showers, kept fresh and stocked throughout your stay.

Electric Hookups

Select sites offer electrical connections so you can keep the lights on and the fridge cold.

Stargazing

Zero light pollution means the Milky Way is visible from your campfire every clear night.

Fishing Access

Powers Lake offers walleye, northern pike, and perch — grab your rod right from your site.

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See It Before You Arrive

These are the moments that make the drive worth it.

Aerial view of Smishek Lake and surrounding campground

Campfire glowing at Smishek Lake Campground at night

RV parked at a spacious campsite with lake view

North Dakota prairie sunset near Powers Lake

Morning mist rising off Powers Lake at dawn

Guest Words

What People Say

"We've been coming here for three summers now. The lake is beautiful, the sites are clean, and it's quiet enough that you actually hear the loons at night."

M.K.

M. K.

Regular Visitor

"Pulled our fifth wheel in for a long weekend and didn't want to leave. The fishing was excellent and the kids loved just being by the water. Will be back."

D.R.

D. R.

Family Trip

"Best kept secret in North Dakota. No cell service, no crowds, just honest outdoor time. That's exactly what we needed."

S.L.

S. L.

Weekend Trip

Find Us

Right on the Water, Easy to Find

We're located just off County Road 7, a short drive from Powers Lake itself. There's no confusion — pull in, park, and start unpacking.

Address

8257 County Road 7
Powers Lake, ND 58773-7311

Phone

(701) 464-5108

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Ready?

Your Spot by the Lake Is Waiting

Sites fill up fast in summer. Call now to reserve your campsite at Smishek Lake — or just show up and see what's available.

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