Short Creek Dam

Short Creek Dam in Columbus, Burke County provides a convenient public boat ramp for paddlers and boaters accessing this water body in northwestern North Dakota. The access site is managed by the North Dakota Game and Fish Department and offers a developed facility with amenities for day-use visitors and overnight camping.

The campground features modern facilities including 40 RV sites with electricity, vaulted bathrooms, and a sand beach area. Anglers and paddlers will find the lake suitable for walleye, northern pike, perch, and bluegill fishing year-round. The site includes six fishing docks, a fish cleaning station, and picnic shelters. The scenic setting is particularly noted for its sunsets and relatively uncrowded conditions, making it a good choice for kayakers and canoeists seeking a quieter paddling experience.

For current information on access hours, facilities, and conditions, visit the North Dakota Game and Fish website at gf.nd.gov. There is also a dump station available at the city park in Columbus for RV users.