Mineral rights in Bowman County, North Dakota
Bowman County is a quieter corner of North Dakota's mineral market, with 5 permits in the last 24 months — which can mean motivated owners and less buyer competition.
- 5
- Permits · 24 mo
- 16.6%
- Avg lease royalty
approved through 2026-06-09
recorded leases, 5 yrs
Who's drilling Bowman County
Operators ranked by drilling permits approved in the 24 months ending 2026-06-09.
| Operator | Permits · 24 mo |
|---|---|
| Marlo Operating Company, LLC | 4 |
| Exxon | 1 |
What the record says
Bowman County recorded 5 drilling permits in the 24 months ending 2026-06-09. Development here is overwhelmingly horizontal (60% of recent permits, averaging 1,975-foot laterals) — modern pad development that drains whole sections at a time. Most activity targets the Cedar Creek Anticline play of the Williston basin.
Leasing has kept pace: 3 leases were recorded in the county over the last 24 months, with recent recorded leases averaging about 16.6% royalty. For how royalty terms work, see our royalty guide.
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Bowman County mineral rights FAQ
Who is drilling in Bowman County, North Dakota?
The most active operators by permits approved in the last 24 months are Marlo Operating Company, LLC, Exxon. The full table above lists the top five with permit counts.
What royalty are leases paying in Bowman County?
Recorded leases over the past five years in Bowman County average about 16.6% royalty. Individual terms vary with acreage position, competition, and the operator — treat this as a market reference point, not a quote.
How do I research mineral rights ownership in Bowman County?
Start with the Bowman County clerk's deed records and the county appraisal roll, then verify against state regulator filings. Our title search guide walks through the process, and the Mineral Eagle platform links these records for the whole county.
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Buying in Bowman County?
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