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Heart Butte Reservoir, located 15 miles south of Glen Ullin on Highway 49 in Grant County, North Dakota, offers a convenient boat launch for paddlers and boaters seeking a tranquil water recreation experience. This access site features a boat ramp with barrier-free highway access, making it easily accessible for launching kayaks, canoes, and larger vessels. The reservoir is managed by the Bureau of Reclamation (701-250-4592) and serves as the primary recreational water body in the area.
The lake provides excellent opportunities for both paddlers and anglers, with 10 boat ramps and 10 primitive campground areas distributed around the shoreline. On-site amenities include six primitive campgrounds equipped with wells and vault toilets, along with RV hookups and nearby dining options. The calm water conditions make Heart Butte Reservoir suitable for recreational paddling, and anglers will find walleye, crappie, catfish, perch, white bass, and other species throughout the lake.
For planning purposes, note that the reservoir offers a remote, low-development recreation experience typical of inland prairie reservoirs. If you need current information about water conditions, ramp status, or specific amenities, contact the Bureau of Reclamation's Dakotas Area Office at the number above.