Forbes, North Dakota, lures RV travelers to the Whitestone Hill Historic Site, scene of the 1863 Battle of Whitestone Hill between Dakota Sioux warriors and U.S. forces. Camp right at this single park in our directory, Whitestone Hill Historic Site, with group sites that handle big rigs and welcome pets. Base your prairie adventure here to hike trails, tour exhibits, and soak in Sioux heritage under wide skies.
Forbes nestles in Dickey County's rolling prairies, a quiet farm town of 50 souls near the James River. Whitestone Hill Historic Site dominates the landscape seven miles west, where 400 Sioux faced 1,500 soldiers in North Dakota's largest Plains battle. Hike the two-mile trail loop, study artifacts in the visitor center, fish the on-site pond stocked with perch and walleye.
Whitestone Hill Historic Site delivers Forbes's only RV camping, tailored for groups who book cluster sites amid the cottonwoods. Pet lovers unleash dogs on leashes across pet-friendly grounds, while big rig drivers maneuver 45-foot trailers into spacious pads. Families launch day trips to Oakes' annual Threshing Bee or Ellendale's lakes from this historic base camp.
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Forbes stands out for Whitestone Hill Historic Site and its 1863 battle commemoration. This clash pitted 400 Dakota Sioux against 1,500 U.S. troops, yielding 300 Native casualties and key artifacts now displayed in the site's museum. Campers hike interpretive trails, join September reenactments, and fish the stocked pond steps from their rigs.
Whitestone Hill Historic Site offers the closest RV park, just outside town. This pet-friendly spot suits groups and big rigs with open sites amid historic grounds. Reach it via Highway 11 west from Forbes, perfect base for prairie explorations.
Yes, Whitestone Hill Historic Site welcomes pets on all sites. Keep dogs leashed during walks on trails or near the pond. Owners clean up after pets to preserve the historic prairie setting for wildlife.