Icelandic State Park
- Status
- Status not posted
- Entrance fee
- Statewide rule — see below
- Day-use reservations
- None mentioned
- Dogs
- Dogs allowed, with restrictions
- Camping
- 153 campsitesAlso cabins
- Official site
- parkrec.nd.gov(701) 265-4561
Official page last checked Oct 29, 2026. How we keep this current
Overview
Covering about 744 acres, Icelandic State Park lies in Pembina County, about 6 miles west of Cavalier.
Things to do include cross-country skiing, snowmobiling, historic sites, winter sports, and canoeing and kayaking. On the water side, there is a swimming beach and a boat ramp. Overnight options include 153 campsites across 3 camping areas, with RV sites with electric hookups, tent sites, primitive or hike-in sites, group camping, and showers. Roofed lodging includes cabins.
Fees and passes
Per vehicle, year-round ('All vehicles entering a state park must display a valid entrance permit year-round'); no resident/nonresident difference except resident senior/disabled-veteran discounts. Primitive areas such as Crow Flies High SRA state 'Free entrance'.
Statewide fee rule from North Dakota's park system; this park’s page doesn’t list its own fees.
North Dakota park passes
- Daily vehicle entrance — $7. One vehicle, one day Details
- Annual single vehicle permit — $35. One vehicle, all state parks Details
- Annual family permit — $61.25. 2 vehicles in the same household Details
- Senior annual permit (ND residents 65+) — $28 Details
From the North Dakota state guide. Confirm which passes this park accepts.
Reservations
- Day use
- No day-use reservation requirement mentioned
- Booking system
- reserveNDparks.com
- Phone
- 800-807-4723
We link to the official booking system rather than showing live availability, which changes minute to minute.
Pets
Dogs allowed, with restrictions
Not allowed in or on: cabins.
Pets are not allowed in cabins. Pets are welcome but must stay on a leash. Most parks have off-leash areas or dog parks for your four-legged friends.
Service animals are generally permitted where pets are not. Check with the park for specific areas.
Camping
| Campground or site type | Sites | Hookups / features | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Modern Campsites electricity & water; Price: $25-30 per night | 136 | Electricity & water | — |
| Modern Group Campsites electricity, water & the ability to put multiple units on one site; Price: $25-30 per night, per unit | 7 | Electricity, water & the ability to put multiple units on one site | — |
| Primitive Campsites Price: $15/night | 10 | — |
Camping details from the park
Campsite Types
136 Modern Campsites
(electricity & water)
Price: $25-30 per night
7 Modern Group Campsites
(electricity, water & the ability to put multiple units on one site)
10 Primitive Campsites
Price: $15/night
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campground map
- Campground Map
Full Park Map
- Icelandic State Park
Camping Information
From the official park page, checked Oct 29, 2026. Site counts and prices can change; confirm when booking.
Cabins and lodging
- Camping CabinsPrice: $70-85 per night (two-night minimum stay required)
Icelandic State Park is home to three seasonal camping cabins. The Pine Cabin is located in the North Loop Campground, the Aspen is located in the South Loop Campground and the Oak Cabin is located in the West Loop Campground.
Camping Cabins
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These camping cabins each sleep five with one full and three twins, set up bunkbed style. Each cabin is equipped with lights, heat, air conditioning, mini fridge and a deck. Cooking is not allowed inside, but a grill and picnic table are located outside of each cabin. The cabins do not have showers, sinks or toilets, but most are within a short walk to a campground comfort station. Camping cabins are generally available from May 19-September 30.
- Cabin users are expected to do general cleaning before vacating, including sweeping, wiping down surfaces and collecting and bagging trash.
- Game or fish cleaning in or around cabins is not allowed, please contact park staff for other arrangements.
Things to do
FishingGeocachingHistoric sites and toursRanger and interpretive programsCanoeing and kayakingSwimmingHikingBikingWinter sportsCross-country skiingSnowmobilingBoatingPicnickingCamping
Trails
| Trail | Length | Difficulty | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Heritage Trail | 0.4 mi | — | Step back in time! The Heritage Trail connects restored homestead buildings, including a church, schoolhouse, log cabin, barn, and more, each with new interpretive panels sharing the story of early settlers. A nearby picnic shelter creates a space to gather, celebrate, and connect. This project was made possible through the Recreational Trails Program Grant and the incredible partnership of the NoHikingSnowshoeing |
| Hillman Trail | 0.7 mi | — | Open to: hiking, mountain biking, snowshoeing, cross-country skiingHikingMountain bikingSnowshoeingCross-country skiing |
| Bluebird Trail | 0.5 mi | — | The Bluebird Trail connects to the Hillman Trail and takes you down along the banks of the Tongue River, to the Gunlogson Nature Preserve. Bluebird boxes line the trail and provided shelter for nesting Eastern Bluebirds and Tree Swallows. Keep your eye out for River Otter catching fish along the spillway and Great Blue Heron on the riverbank. This trail is open to hiking and is groomed for cross-cHikingCross-country skiing |
| Old Settlers Trail | 1.5 mi | — | The Old Settlers Trail loops through the woodlands of the Gunlogson Nature Preserve and connects to the Bluebird and Basswood Trails. It is open to hiking and is groomed for cross-country skiing in the winter.HikingCross-country skiing |
| Basswood Trail | 0.3 mi | — | The Basswood Trail is accessed through the Old Settlers and Wildwood Trails. The trail leads you through the native woodlands on the banks of the Tongue River. A bridge that crosses the Tongue River connects the Basswood and Wildwood Trails. If you are lucky, you may spot a River Otter or Beaver in the water below. This trail is open to hiking and is groomed for cross-country skiing in the winter.HikingCross-country skiing |
| Wildwood Trail | 0.5 mi | — | The Wildwood Trailhead is located near the Gunlogson barn. It connects to the Shady Springs Trail and leads you to the bridge that crosses the Tongue River, connecting to the Basswood Trail. This interpretive trail guides you through the Gunlogson Nature Preserve; North Dakota’s first designated nature preserve. Footbridges take you over the streams and springs scattered throughout the preserve. AHikingCross-country skiing |
| Shady Springs Trail | 0.3 mi | — | The Shady Springs Trail can be accessed on the north side of the Gunlogson Barn or the Akra Hall and connects to the Wildwood Trail. This trail includes footbridges that take you over the natural springs and wetlands. Many native plants and wildflowers can be seen along the trail including the Marsh Marigold. This trail is open to hiking.Hiking |
| Cavlandic Trail | 6.5 mi | — | The Cavlandic trail runs from the city of Cavalier to Icelandic State Park. The trail is 6.5 miles one way and provides users access to a number of amenities in the city of Cavalier.HikingBiking |
Trail descriptions from the park
Icelandic has nearly four miles of trails that wind through the park and the historic 200-acre Gunlogson Nature Preserve. The majority of this four-mile trail system is groomed and open in the winter for cross-country skiing.
Heritage Trail
Distance: 0.4 miles
Open to: hiking, snowshoeing
Step back in time! The Heritage Trail connects restored homestead buildings, including a church, schoolhouse, log cabin, barn, and more, each with new interpretive panels sharing the story of early settlers. A nearby picnic shelter creates a space to gather, celebrate, and connect. This project was made possible through the Recreational Trails Program Grant and the incredible partnership of the Northeast North Dakota Heritage Association.
Hillman Trail
Distance: 0.7 miles
Open to: hiking, mountain biking, snowshoeing, cross-country skiing
The Hillman Trailhead is located across from the Primitive Campground. This 0.7-mile trail loops through a grove of evergreen trees and connects to the Bluebird trail. It is open to hiking, mountain biking, snowshoeing and cross-country skiing.
Bluebird Trail
Distance: 0.5 miles
Open to: hiking, cross-country skiing
The Bluebird Trail connects to the Hillman Trail and takes you down along the banks of the Tongue River, to the Gunlogson Nature Preserve. Bluebird boxes line the trail and provided shelter for nesting Eastern Bluebirds and Tree Swallows. Keep your eye out for River Otter catching fish along the spillway and Great Blue Heron on the riverbank. This trail is open to hiking and is groomed for cross-country skiing in the winter.
Old Settlers Trail
Distance: 1.5 miles
Open to: hiking, cross-country skiing
The Old Settlers Trail loops through the woodlands of the Gunlogson Nature Preserve and connects to the Bluebird and Basswood Trails. It is open to hiking and is groomed for cross-country skiing in the winter.
Basswood Trail
Distance: 0.3 miles
Open to: hiking, cross-country skiing
The Basswood Trail is accessed through the Old Settlers and Wildwood Trails. The trail leads you through the native woodlands on the banks of the Tongue River. A bridge that crosses the Tongue River connects the Basswood and Wildwood Trails. If you are lucky, you may spot a River Otter or Beaver in the water below. This trail is open to hiking and is groomed for cross-country skiing in the winter.
Wildwood Trail
Distance: 0.5 miles
Open to: hiking, cross-country skiing
The Wildwood Trailhead is located near the Gunlogson barn. It connects to the Shady Springs Trail and leads you to the bridge that crosses the Tongue River, connecting to the Basswood Trail. This interpretive trail guides you through the Gunlogson Nature Preserve; North Dakota’s first designated nature preserve. Footbridges take you over the streams and springs scattered throughout the preserve. Along the trail, you will find many native plants including scouring rush and several species of ferns. Interpretive brochures are located at the trailhead or at the Pioneer Heritage Center.
Shady Springs Trail
Distance: 0.3 miles
Open to: hiking
The Shady Springs Trail can be accessed on the north side of the Gunlogson Barn or the Akra Hall and connects to the Wildwood Trail. This trail includes footbridges that take you over the natural springs and wetlands. Many native plants and wildflowers can be seen along the trail including the Marsh Marigold. This trail is open to hiking.
Cavlandic Trail
Distance: 6.5 miles
Open to: hiking, biking
The Cavlandic trail runs from the city of Cavalier to Icelandic State Park. The trail is 6.5 miles one way and provides users access to a number of amenities in the city of Cavalier.
Trail Maps
Amenities
Facilities
- Restrooms
- Flush toilets
- Showers
- Picnic shelters
- Playground
- Visitor center
- Nature center or museum
- Park or camp store
- Amphitheater
- Group facilities
- Dog park or off-leash area
Water
- Swimming beach
- Boat ramp
- Marina or boat slips
Camping
- RV dump station
- Tent camping
- RV camping
- Electric hookups
- Primitive or backcountry camping
- Group camping
Lodging
- Cabins
✓ listed by the park · ✕ the park says it is not available. Anything not shown here isn’t mentioned by the official source — that means unknown, not unavailable.
Getting there
- Address
- 13571 Highway 5
Cavalier, ND 58220 - Nearest town
- Cavalier — about 6 mi west (straight line)
- Coordinates
- 48.7769, -97.7507
- Phone
- (701) 265-4561
- isp@nd.gov
Nearby state parks
Sources and freshness
- North Dakota State Parks — park page — last checked Oct 29, 2026
- parkrec.nd.gov Destinations menu + StateParks_DestinationFinder ArcGIS layer
- Wikidata
- USGS PAD-US 4.1 (boundary and acreage)
“Last checked” is when our system last read the official source. No change has been detected since this page was first published. Hours, fees and rules can change without notice — confirm with the park before you go. Methodology