Kota Ray Dam Park

Kota Ray Dam

PARK CLOSURE NOTICE

(5/19/2025) We are so excited to re-open Kota Ray Dam, but the recent rain has slowed our progress in putting the final touches on the park. Stay tuned for a new opening date and a new date for making campsite reservations! Thanks for your patience and understanding while we work to make amazing park improvements.

When visiting the park, please follow on-site signs and avoid areas where new grass is growing.

About

The park at Kota Ray Dam is located about 10 miles south of Ray and offers fishing, camping, boating and more.

Activities

Amenities

  • Amphitheater
  • Beach Access
  • Boat Ramp
  • Canoe/Kayak Launch
  • Fishing Platform
  • Picnic Shelters
  • Pedal Park
  • Playgrounds
  • Restrooms
  • RV Dump Station
  • Water potable

Additional Information

 Boating

Motorized and non-motorized watercraft are allowed, but the lake is NO WAKE. There is a canoe/kayak launch located on the lake on each side of the park.

 Campfires

Campfires may only be built in the provided fire rings, which may not be moved from their current location. All fires must be supervised by a person of at least 18 years of age and must be maintained in a safe manner in accordance of the ND Rangeland Fire Danger Index. Click here for more information about Williams County Burn Restrictions.

Pedal Park

Kota Ray Dam is now home to a brand-new youth pedal park! The park features small ramps, jumps, and several obstacles. Only non-motorized bicycles are allowed.

Make a Campsite Reservation

(5/19/2025) We are so excited to re-open Kota Ray Dam, but the recent rain has slowed our progress in putting the final touches on the park. Stay tuned for a new opening date and a new date for making campsite reservations! Thanks for your patience and understanding while we work to make amazing park improvements.

Nightly Camping

Primitive Campsites: $10/night
Primitive camping is allowed anywhere on park land, but campfires are only allowed in fire rings.

Electric Campsites: $15/night

KRD - North
There are two campsites with electrical (20/30/50 amp) and water hookups.

KRD - South
There are 12 campsites with electrical (20/30/50 amp) and water hookups.

Group Campsites: $15/night/site

KRD - North
There are two Group Campsites, each with three sites with electrical (20/30/50 amp) and water hookups. Up to three RVs or tents can be in the same Group Site Area (A or B). Each camper must book their site individually (e.g. Site GA1, GA2, or GA3). When booking, please indicate in the notes what group you are with.

Modifying or Cancelling Your Reservation

Reservations can be modified online one time. If additional modifications are needed, please call 701-580-1628. Click here to visit the modification page to make changes to your reservation.

Reservations may be cancelled for a full refund up to 48 hours (2 days) prior to your check-in date. For cancellations less than 48 hours in advance, a partial refund may be issued based on length of stay. To request a cancellation, please complete the cancellation request form or call 701-580-1628.

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