Fee: Entry through Icelandic State Park: daily vehicle entrance $7 ($35 annual).
About this park
Gunlogson State Nature Preserve at Icelandic State Park has bur oak and basswood over a shaded forest floor and alder shrubs in spring-fed wetlands. More than a dozen rare species grow here, from watermeal, one of the world's smallest flowering plants, to bishop's cap, a boreal species found in only a few places in the state. Seldom-seen birds such as the pileated woodpecker live in the forest. Three miles of hiking and cross-country ski trails are open year round. G.B. Gunlogson donated 200 acres of family land in 1963, creating North Dakota's first dedicated state nature preserve.
Gunlogson State Nature Preserve FAQ
Where is Gunlogson State Nature Preserve located?
Gunlogson State Nature Preserve is in Cavalier, North Dakota, at 13571 Highway 5 (at Icelandic State Park). GPS coordinates: 48.77, -97.77. Get directions.
Is there an entrance fee at Gunlogson State Nature Preserve?
Entry through Icelandic State Park: daily vehicle entrance $7 ($35 annual). Fees can change by season, so confirm with the park before you go.
How do I contact Gunlogson State Nature Preserve?
You can call (701) 265-4561 or email isp@nd.gov. The park office can confirm RV site availability, hookups, length limits and current conditions.
Are there RV campgrounds near Gunlogson State Nature Preserve?
Yes. The closest RV-friendly campgrounds listed on ParkedRV are:
- East Ashtabula Crossing (111.9 mi, reservable)
- West Ashtabula Crossing (115.5 mi, reservable)
- Eggerts Landing (116.2 mi, reservable)
How current is this information about Gunlogson State Nature Preserve?
This listing was last updated on October 6, 2026. If something is out of date, let us know and we'll fix it.