North Dakota · FIPS 38063 · County seat: Lakota
Nelson County, ND GIS & Parcel Viewer
Parcel lookups for Nelson County start at Nelson County Mapservice. This page gives you that official link, notes on how the viewer works, and links to the counties next door.
Open the Nelson County parcel map ↗
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Nelson County at a glance
| Official map | Nelson County Mapservice |
|---|---|
| Type | County-run map |
| Website | nelson.offroadsoftware.com |
| Access | Free, no login (checked Oct 2026) |
| County seat | Lakota |
| Population | 2,991 (2023 Census Bureau estimate) |
| Land area | 982 sq mi |
| FIPS code | 38063 |
About the official source
This map is published by or for Nelson County itself, so it reflects the local parcel layer rather than a third-party copy. As of our October 2026 test, anyone could open it without signing in or paying.
Searching for a parcel, step by step
- Press the button above to open the county's own web map.
- Search for the property or pan and zoom to it.
- Click the lot to bring up what the county publishes about it.
- Look for print or measure tools if you need a quick map or rough size.
If an address search comes up empty, try the parcel number from a tax bill or deed instead, or click the lot on the map.
The county in brief
Nelson County had an estimated 2,991 residents in 2023, according to the Census Bureau. With about 982 square miles of land, that works out to roughly 3.0 people per square mile. By population it ranks 34th of 53 counties in North Dakota. Lakota serves as the county seat.
Nearby parcel maps
Parcels close to the edge of Nelson County can fall in the next county over. Neighboring counties:
Before you rely on the lines
Treat the map as a guide, not a boundary survey: parcel outlines are often shifted a bit from the real corners. A licensed surveyor settles exact lines.