Lake trip · Grand Forks County, North Dakota
Where to stay at Fordville Dam Lake
Fordville Dam Lake covers 197 acres in Grand Forks County and carries a water-quality grade of C (Fair). Compare cabins, resorts, and vacation rentals below, then check the water before you book. Late spring through early fall, with June through August the peak season for swimming, boating, and fishing.
Places to stay near Fordville Dam Lake
Cabins, resorts, hotels, and vacation rentals near Fordville Dam Lake in Grand Forks County, North Dakota — live availability and prices. Add your dates to see totals.
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Before you book: the water
Fordville Dam Lake grades C for water quality — Fair. Generally safe for swimming, moderate water quality. Water clarity is about 4.4 ft of visibility. Algae (chlorophyll-a) measures 5.2 µg/L.
Best time to visit
Late spring through early fall, with June through August the peak season for swimming, boating, and fishing.
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About Fordville Dam Lake
Fish: Northern Pike, Walleye, Yellow Perch, Bluegill, Black Crappie, Black Bullhead.
Camping & RV near Fordville Dam Lake
Search public campgrounds and RV sites near Fordville Dam Lake on Recreation.gov, then compare cabins, resorts, and rentals on the map above.
Common questions
Frequently Asked Questions
Cabins, resorts, and vacation rentals around Fordville Dam Lake in Grand Forks County, North Dakota are on the map above with live availability and nightly prices. Waterfront rentals put you on the dock; lodging in the nearest town is usually cheaper with more choice.
Fordville Dam Lake has a LakeQuality water-quality grade of C (Fair). Generally safe for swimming, moderate water quality. Always check local health-department advisories before swimming.
Late spring through early fall, with June through August the peak season for swimming, boating, and fishing.
LakeQuality Lake Trip Planner (2026)
Free trip-planning guide for Fordville Dam Lake: how to pick a clean lake, the water-quality signals that matter, best swimming and fishing windows, and where to stay.
Lodging availability and prices are provided by Stay22 and its booking partners (Booking.com, Vrbo, Expedia); LakeQuality may earn a commission from bookings at no extra cost to you. Water-quality grades are independent of lodging listings. Always check current health-department advisories and managing-agency conditions before you travel.