Prairie Knights Casino Sportsbook
Operated by the Standing Rock Sioux Tribe, Prairie Knights Casino & Resort offers retail sports betting at its Fort Yates property south of Bismarck. The 124-room hotel sits on the bluffs above Lake Oahe — making it one of the most scenic ND tribal casino locations and the most convenient sportsbook for the Bismarck-Mandan metro.
Location & Address
7932 Highway 24, Fort Yates, ND 58538
Prairie Knights sits on the Standing Rock Sioux Reservation south of Bismarck-Mandan, on the bluffs above Lake Oahe. The lake-side location adds a recreation dimension that the other ND tribal properties don't offer — boating, fishing and an RV park.
Drive Times
| City | Distance |
|---|---|
| Bismarck | ~45 mi (~50 min) |
| Mandan | ~50 mi (~55 min) |
| Pierre (SD) | ~190 mi (~3h) |
| Fargo | ~250 mi (~3h 45min) |
| Dickinson | ~135 mi (~2h) |
The Sportsbook
Prairie Knights opened retail sports betting in 2023 under tribal gaming oversight. Sports wagering is offered through both staffed counters and self-service kiosks. Standard major-sport markets are available — NFL, NBA, MLB, NHL, college football, college basketball, college hockey.
Hotel & Amenities
The 124-room hotel includes restaurants, an indoor pool, a marina on Lake Oahe and an event center that hosts boxing, MMA and concerts. RV camping is available seasonally.
Prairie Knights Sportsbook — FAQ
When did Prairie Knights launch its sportsbook?
Prairie Knights opened retail sports betting in 2023, becoming an early ND tribal sportsbook operating under Standing Rock Sioux Tribe gaming.
Whats the address?
Prairie Knights Casino & Resort, 7932 Highway 24, Fort Yates, ND 58538. The property sits on the Standing Rock Sioux Reservation south of Bismarck-Mandan.
How far from Bismarck?
About 45 miles south of Bismarck — a 50-minute drive on Highway 1806/24. This makes Prairie Knights the closest tribal sportsbook for the Bismarck-Mandan metro.
Whats the minimum age?
Generally 21+ for sports wagering. Casino gaming may be 19+ under the 2022 compact concession; sports betting tends to remain at 21+.
Whats at the resort?
A 124-room hotel, indoor pool, multiple restaurants, RV park, marina on Lake Oahe and an event center. Lake Oahe access makes this a popular summer destination for fishing and boating.