Does Red Trail Campground Allow EV Charging?
Here's what you need to know about EV charging at this RV park in Medora, North Dakota.
Park Information
Current EV Charging Policy
EV Charging Allowed At Campsite
Plugshare members report NEMA 14-50 outlets and EV-friendly staff at Red Trail Campground in Medora, North Dakota, the gateway town to Theodore Roosevelt National Park. Bring your own charging cable and adapter. The nearest DC fast charging is in Dickinson, about 35 miles away, with Tesla Supercharger and Ford BlueOval stations. Glendive, Montana is another option at roughly 57 miles, with Tesla Supercharger. Medora is a small, seasonal town that lives and breathes the national park, and the campground's willingness to accommodate EVs is a welcome find on this remote stretch of I-94.
Plugshare members report that the campground has NEMA 14-50 outlets available for EV charging. Staff was reported to be very nice and are familiar with EVs.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Yes. Red Trail Campground in Medora, North Dakota allows electric vehicle charging at campsites, and that includes Teslas. Most RV parks have 30 and 50 amp service. Use the 50 amp pedestal for your EV and 30 amp for your trailer. A 30-to-50 amp adapter is not recommended, as most EVs will draw too much power thinking they're on a 50 amp circuit. Bring your own charging cable and adapter. Plug in when you arrive, and you can wake up with a full battery instead of sweating over your next charging stop.
Red Trail Campground offers campsite-level EV charging, which means you're plugging into the RV park's electrical pedestal at your site. Most RV parks have 30 and 50 amp service. Use the 50 amp pedestal for your EV and 30 amp for your trailer, or the NEMA 5-15 household outlet. A 30-to-50 amp adapter is not recommended. Always confirm with the park before you start charging, and turn down your charge rate if possible. A slower draw is kinder to the park's infrastructure and less likely to flip breakers.
If you're staying at Red Trail Campground and want to charge at camp, you can do that right at your site. But if you need a faster top-up or DC fast charging, here are your options. The nearest DC fast charging is in Dickinson, about 35 miles away, with Tesla Supercharger and Ford BlueOval. Beyond that, Montana is about 57 miles away with Tesla Supercharger. Have your next charging stop figured out before you arrive. The peace of mind is worth the two minutes of planning.
Yes, Red Trail Campground is an EV-friendly campground that allows electric vehicle charging right at your campsite. Glendive, Medora is a small, seasonal town that lives and breathes the national park, and the campground's willingness to accommodate EVs is a welcome find on this remote stretch of I-94.
Yes. Since Red Trail Campground allows EV charging at campsites, you can plug in when you arrive and let it charge overnight. Most RV park hookups provide Level 2 charging speeds, which is perfect for an overnight charge. Set your vehicle's charge rate to something reasonable if you can. A slower draw is kinder to the park's electrical system, and that's how you stay welcome.
We don't have the specific amp ratings for Red Trail Campground's hookups, but most full-hookup RV parks offer 30 and 50 amp service. Use the 50 amp pedestal for your EV and 30 amp for your trailer. A 30-to-50 amp adapter is not recommended, as most EVs will draw too much power thinking they're on a 50 amp circuit. Confirm with the park before plugging in, and keep your charge rate reasonable to avoid tripping breakers.
We don't have specific pricing information for EV charging at Red Trail Campground. At many campgrounds, electricity is included in your campsite fee. Others charge a flat fee or meter the usage separately. Contact the park directly for current rates. Either way, campsite charging typically costs a fraction of what you'd pay at a DC fast charger.