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Jorgen's Hollow Campground

Mcleod, Minnesota · Richland County · Campground

Overview Jorgen's Hollow Campground is located within the Sheyenne National Grassland as part of the 70,000 acres of designated public lands managed by the U.S. Forest Service - Sheyenne National Grassland. The campground provides a semi-primitive recreation opportunity for most camping types and equestrian use. The 70…

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5-Day Forecast

Weather at Jorgen's Hollow Campground

Live forecast for the park. Plan your visit accordingly.

Avg High78°F
Avg Low61°F
Peak Rain Chance42%
Humidity70%
UV (avg)7
Air Quality53 · Moderate
Today
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Overcast
78°/60°
💧 16%🌬 20mph
5:39 AM9:13 PM
Mon
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Overcast
83°/64°
💧 16%🌬 10mph
5:39 AM9:14 PM
Tue
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Overcast
79°/62°
💧 7%🌬 18mph
5:38 AM9:15 PM
Wed
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Rain Showers
77°/62°
💧 42%🌬 15mph
5:38 AM9:15 PM
Thu
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Overcast
75°/55°
💧 27%🌬 13mph
5:37 AM9:16 PM

Forecast data © Open-Meteo. Refreshed every 6 hours. Always check the most recent forecast before heading out.

About Jorgen's Hollow Campground

Overview Jorgen's Hollow Campground is located within the Sheyenne National Grassland as part of the 70,000 acres of designated public lands managed by the U.S. Forest Service - Sheyenne National Grassland. The campground provides a semi-primitive recreation opportunity for most camping types and equestrian use. The 70,000 acres of public lands surrounding the campground is managed for multiple use to include cattle grazing, wildlife, recreation, and prescribed fire activities. Explore this area of the Sheyenne National Grassland for hiking, biking, equestrian use, canoeing, hunting, and wildlife viewing.Recreation Recreation opportunities include hiking, biking, equestrian use, canoeing, wildlife viewing, and hunting. Non-motorized activities are allowed on the 31-mile gravel surface North Country Trail. Access the trail by three trailheads and the campground. Water activities on the Sheyenne River are accessible by four hand-launch sites along 17-miles of the Sheyenne River Water Trail. Motor vehicle use is allowed on a network of designated forest roads. All hunting activities follow North Dakota Game and Fish regulations.Facilities The campground provides a semi-primitive camping opportunity with fourteen (14) designated campsites separated into three loops. Sites 1-3,5,6,12-14 are designated as non-equestrian and 4, 7-11 are designated equestrian sites. Two vault toilets and one potable water hand-pump are available. There are no electric or water hookups at any location. There is no RV dump station or manure pit available. All activities follow a pack-in pack-out policy.The campground shares a large parking area known as the East Trailhead to provide access to the North Country National Scenic Trail. Natural Features The geology of the Sheyenne National Grassland is characterized by shifting sand dunes and sandsheets surrounding the meandering Sheyenne River. The sand was deposited in an underflow fan in early stages of former glacial Lake Agassiz. As the wate

How to Get There

From Fargo, NDSouth on I-29 for 14-milesTake exit 48 for ND-46 West for 14-milesTurn left onto ND-18 South for 10-milesTurn right onto 64th St /CR23/4 for 3-milesTurn right onto 154th Ave SE / CR 23 for 2.7-milesTurn right into Jorgen's Hollow Campground

Driving directions (Google Maps) →

What to Pack for Your Stay

Tuned to the live forecast for this park.

👔 What to Wear

  • 👕
    Moisture-wicking T-shirt
    Light color, breathable.
  • 🩳
    Lightweight shorts or pants
    Quick-dry preferred — sweat dries fast.
  • 🧢
    Brimmed sun hat
    Better than a cap for back-of-neck protection.
  • 🥾
    Trail runners
    Breathable mesh uppers.
  • Rain jacket / shell
    42% chance of precipitation in the forecast.

🎒 What to Pack

  • 💧
    Water
    Bring at least 1L of water; more in heat.
  • 🍫
    High-energy snacks
    A snack for the trail.
  • 🧴
    Sun protection (UV 7)
    SPF 50+ sunscreen, lip balm w/ SPF, sunglasses, sun hat.
  • 🩹
    First-aid kit
    Blister patches, ibuprofen, tape, antiseptic wipes.
  • 🗺
    Offline map
    Download your route in advance via Gaia, Caltopo, or OSM-based apps.
  • 🛍
    Dry bags for electronics
    Phone, camera, and snacks should stay dry.

Recommendations adapt to the current forecast + trail stats. Use them as a starting point — local conditions, your experience, and the time of day you start all matter.

Plan Your Visit to Jorgen's Hollow Campground

Heading to Jorgen's Hollow Campground? A few things to know before you go:

  • Reservations: popular sites fill up fast — check Recreation.gov 6 months in advance
  • Fees: day-use and camping fees vary; check current rates on the official park page
  • Trash & pack-out: follow Leave No Trace principles
  • Wildlife: store food in bear boxes where provided; never feed wildlife
  • Weather: the 5-day forecast above is updated every 6 hours; verify just before you go

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need a reservation for Jorgen's Hollow Campground?

No central reservation system listed for Jorgen's Hollow Campground. Check the official page (https://www.recreation.gov/camping/campgrounds/10369381) for the latest entry policy and availability.

How do I get to Jorgen's Hollow Campground?

From Fargo, NDSouth on I-29 for 14-milesTake exit 48 for ND-46 West for 14-milesTurn left onto ND-18 South for 10-milesTurn right onto 64th St /CR23/4 for 3-milesTurn right onto 154th Ave SE / CR 23 for 2.7-milesTurn right into Jorgen's Hollow Campground

How do I contact Jorgen's Hollow Campground?

You can reach the park at phone: 701-404-8950.