Fort Mandan
Fort Mandan was the name of the encampment which the Lewis and Clark Expedition built for wintering over in 1804–1805. Its setting is 5 mi east of Stanton. Add Lake Sakakawea, 15 mi away, to a visit.
A landmark, 5 mi east of Stanton
Winters are cold
January nights drop to 3°, with about 39" of snow a year. When to go ↓
Plan where you’ll sleep
The nearest town with many places to stay is Beulah, 23 miles west. Where to stay ↓
Best months: May, Jun, Jul, Aug and Sep
May, June, July, August and September are the mild months, with highs of 68–83°. When to go ↓
Written from NOAA 1991–2020 normals, Overture places to stay, Census town figures and Wikipedia.
Picking a season
Plan a visit to Fort Mandan around the weather below.
Fort Mandan
Fort Mandan was the name of the encampment which the Lewis and Clark Expedition built for wintering over in 1804–1805. The encampment was located on the Missouri River approximately twelve miles (19 km) from the site of present-day Washburn, North Dakota, which developed later. The precise location is not known for certain. It is believed now to be under the water of the river. A replica of the fort has been constructed near the original site.
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- 11K a year
A base for Fort Mandan
The closest towns with hotels, motels or campgrounds are Washburn (3) and Riverdale (4), and Bismarck has the most rooms in the area (36).
Bismarck
The most places to stay in the area, and a base for a longer trip.
77,963 people
41 mi southeast of Fort Mandan
Compare 9 towns
| Town | From Fort Mandan | Drive | Places to stay | People | Typical home | Safety |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stanton | 5 mi west | 5 min | 2 1 hotel · 1 campground | 367 | $118K | — |
| Washburn | 12 mi east | 20 min | 3 1 hotel · 1 motel · 1 campground | 1,254 | $238K | — |
| Riverdale 43% vacation homes | 14 mi north | 20 min | 4 1 hotel · 1 inn or B&B · 1 lodge or cabins · 1 campground | 221 | $223K | — |
| Underwood | 13 mi northeast | 20 min | 3 2 motels · 1 inn or B&B | 760 | $191K | — |
| Hazen | 16 mi west | 25 min | 4 1 motel · 1 inn or B&B · 2 RV parks | 2,314 | $190K | — |
| Beulah | 23 mi west | 35 min | 5 2 hotels · 2 motels · 1 RV park | 3,077 | $203K | B+ |
| Pick City 55% vacation homes | 17 mi northwest | 25 min | 2 1 motel · 1 campground | 135 | $159K | — |
| Center | 13 mi south | 20 min | 1 1 campground | 583 | $204K | — |
| Bismarck | 41 mi southeast | 1 hr | 36 31 hotels · 2 motels · 1 inn or B&B · 2 RV parks | 77,963 | $300K | C− |
Getting there
Nearest airports with airline service
What else is near Fort Mandan
A wider trip can take in these, within 65 miles.
115 mi LakeLake Sakakawea
26 mi National Historic SiteKnife River Indian Villages National Historic Site9K visitors a year
42 mi State parkFort Abraham Lincoln
311 mi MuseumNorth Dakota Lewis and Clark Interpretive Center41 mi Zoo & aquariumDakota Zoo
64 mi MuseumScandinavian Heritage Park65 mi Zoo & aquariumRoosevelt Park ZooPhoto credits
Lake Sakakawea: Shannon1, CC BY-SA 4.0 · Knife River Indian Villages National Historic Site: Unknown, Public domain · Fort Abraham Lincoln: MatthewUND, CC BY-SA 3.0 · North Dakota Lewis and Clark Interpretive Center: Gooseterrain2, CC0 · Scandinavian Heritage Park: MatthewUND, CC BY-SA 3.0
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Visiting Fort Mandan: the answers
What town is Fort Mandan near?
Stanton, ND, about 5 miles west.
When is the best time to visit Fort Mandan?
May, June, July, August and September, with highs of 68–83°.
What is the closest airport to Fort Mandan?
Bismarck Municipal (BIS), about 44 miles away.
Where should I stay near Fort Mandan?
Washburn (12 mi, 3 places to stay), Riverdale (14 mi, 4 places to stay) and Underwood (13 mi, 3 places to stay).
Tips from Stanton
Questions and tips go in Stanton’s Town Square.
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