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Where to stay at Jamestown Reservoir

Jamestown Reservoir covers 17,427 acres in Stutsman County and carries a water-quality grade of D (Poor). 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 Jamestown Reservoir

Cabins, resorts, hotels, and vacation rentals near Jamestown Reservoir in Stutsman County, North Dakota — live availability and prices. Add your dates to see totals.

Top-rated places to stay near Jamestown Reservoir

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Before you book: the water

Jamestown Reservoir grades D for water quality — Poor. Swimming not recommended, poor water quality with high algae risk. Water clarity is about 6 ft of visibility. Algae (chlorophyll-a) measures 17.6 µg/L.

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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 Jamestown Reservoir

Surface area
17,427 acres
Max depth
36.2 ft
Public boat launches
3
Public beaches

Fish: Northern Pike, Walleye, Black Crappie, Yellow Perch, White Crappie, Bigmouth Buffalo, Common Carp, Smallmouth Bass.

Camping & RV near Jamestown Reservoir

Search public campgrounds and RV sites near Jamestown Reservoir on Recreation.gov, then compare cabins, resorts, and rentals on the map above.

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Common questions

Frequently Asked Questions

Cabins, resorts, and vacation rentals around Jamestown Reservoir in Stutsman 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.

Jamestown Reservoir has a LakeQuality water-quality grade of D (Poor). Swimming not recommended, poor water quality with high algae risk. 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.

Guide

LakeQuality Lake Trip Planner (2026)

Free trip-planning guide for Jamestown Reservoir: 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.