Zahl, North Dakota, draws rugged RV explorers to its oil-scarred prairies and Blacktail Dam's glassy reservoir. One park anchors the scene: Blacktail Dam, with showers, dump station, group sites, and pet-friendly pads. Base your rig here to fish Little Muddy Creek or chase antelope across Highway 85.
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Zahl clings to Highway 85 in Williams County, a tiny outpost born from the Bakken oil rush. Blacktail Dam spans Little Muddy Creek, luring anglers for walleye and perch. Nearby Williston hosts the Whoop-Up Days rodeo each July, while Fort Buford State Historic Site recalls frontier trading posts just a short drive south.
Blacktail Dam fits every camper's needs. Families claim group sites after splashing in the reservoir. Pet lovers unleash dogs on leashes amid the cottonwoods. Solo travelers hit the dump station and roll out for oil field tours or starlit prairie hikes.
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Zahl shines for its Bakken oil history and vast prairies along Highway 85. This Williams County hamlet, home to about 30 souls, sits near Blacktail Dam on Little Muddy Creek. Anglers target walleye there, hunters track pronghorn in fall, and rodeo fans head to Williston's Whoop-Up Days.
Blacktail Dam stands as the only RV park in Zahl. Tucked by Little Muddy Creek, it offers showers, dump station, group sites, and pet-friendly spots. Highway 85 delivers quick access from Williston, 25 miles south.
Yes, Blacktail Dam welcomes pets across its sites. Dogs roam leashed amid cottonwoods near the reservoir, perfect for family trips. The park's dump station and showers keep everyone clean after outdoor adventures.