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North Dakota State Capitol

Bismarck, ND

History

An Art Deco tower of 19 floors from 1934, the tallest building in the state, with an observation deck on the 18th floor. The Heritage Center museum next door is free and worth an hour.

Nearest town
Bismarck, ND
Category
History & culture
GPS
46.8208, -100.7827

Hours, fees and access change. Confirm with the operator or park before you go.

Good to know

Best time to go

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The most pleasant months are usually May–June and September. Still fine, with some compromises, in July–August. Cold, short days in November–March. (Estimate from long-term temperature averages, terrain and pass seasons)

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Nearby

Campsites nearby

  • Bismarck KOA JourneyMotorhome stopover
    3 mi from North Dakota State Capitol
    MotorhomesElectricityWaste disposalWi-Fi
  • Fort Abraham Lincoln State Park CampgroundCampsite
    5 mi from North Dakota State Capitol
  • General Sibley City ParkCampsite
    5 mi from North Dakota State Capitol · 109 pitches
  • Harmon Lake CampgroundMotorhome stopover
    12 mi from North Dakota State Capitol
    Motorhomes
  • Hazelton Recreation AreaCampsite
    24 mi from North Dakota State Capitol

All campsites in North Dakota · Campsite data: © OpenStreetMap contributors, ODbL 1.0 · Updated October 3, 2026

FAQs

Where is North Dakota State Capitol?

North Dakota State Capitol is in Bismarck, ND, at GPS 46.8208, -100.7827. It is about 85 mi from Gladstone.

Can you camp near North Dakota State Capitol?

Yes. The nearest campsite listed in OpenStreetMap is Bismarck KOA Journey, about 3 mi away; within 25 mi there are 5 campsites and motorhome stopovers.

Which road trips pass North Dakota State Capitol?

North Dakota State Capitol is a stop on these CampingSpirit trip guides: North Dakota on I-94: from Fargo to the badlands.

What is there to see near North Dakota State Capitol?

Places worth a stop nearby: Fort Abraham Lincoln State Park (5 mi), Salem Sue, the World's Largest Holstein Cow (30 mi), Fort Mandan (37 mi) and Knife River Indian Villages National Historic Site (45 mi).

When is the best time to visit North Dakota State Capitol?

The most pleasant months are usually May–June and September. Still fine, with some compromises, in July–August. (Estimate from long-term temperature averages, terrain and pass seasons)