Mineral rights in Mclean County, North Dakota
Mclean County sees steady, selective drilling — 19 permits over the last 24 months, holding steady versus the prior period.
- 19
- Permits · 24 mo
- 16.8%
- Avg lease royalty
approved through 2026-06-09
recorded leases, 5 yrs
Who's drilling Mclean County
Operators ranked by drilling permits approved in the 24 months ending 2026-06-09.
| Operator | Permits · 24 mo |
|---|---|
| Spotted Hawk Development LLC | 19 |
What the record says
Mclean County recorded 19 drilling permits in the 24 months ending 2026-06-09. Most activity targets the Bakken-Us play of the Williston basin.
Leasing has kept pace: 28 leases were recorded in the county over the last 24 months, with recent recorded leases averaging about 16.8% royalty. For how royalty terms work, see our royalty guide.
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Mclean County mineral rights FAQ
Who is drilling in Mclean County, North Dakota?
The most active operators by permits approved in the last 24 months are Spotted Hawk Development LLC. The full table above lists the top five with permit counts.
What royalty are leases paying in Mclean County?
Recorded leases over the past five years in Mclean County average about 16.8% 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 Mclean County?
Start with the Mclean 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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