Cottonwood Point

This was our first trip to Marion Reservoir, so we were not sure what to expect. When we arrived we were pleasantly surprised at how large and spacious the campsites themselves were. We really liked the covered picnic tables at all the sites, and how close we were to the water. Our only downfall was that the lake had a hazardous blue green algae bloom so the camp gates had to be closed for safety to the public. Another thing the shower house was very nice but the parking lots need some attending to. Overall we loved our stay and want to come back when the algae is either gone or back to a warning level. Our Ranger for the park was SUPER helpful and very nice!!

Although is rained alot we had a great time .

I go there all the time because I like the area in the lake

Nice level camping spot clean and quiet nice fireplace overall everything was great

Very nice area. We stayed three nights. Needed to move from one space to the other as we could not find a space to book for three nights in a row. The spaces which were supposed to be occupied were not taken and were left open which is annoying.
Good to relax, to fish and to hike. Children find wide open space to play around.

As usual had a good time except for the weather, which couldn't be helped. However, we noticed several spots that were supposed to be reserved with no one in them. This kept us from having spots that we preferred. I think that if a spot us reserved, then that person should have their camper there, or if they cancel then they get no refund. It is agravating to see an empty spot that showed reserved then no one is there which kept us from getting that spot. This whole policy needs reviewed. If you reserve a spot then be there or lose your whole reservation fee. If the reservation is cancelled, then show it as available on your website. We saw several empty spots that showed reserved with no onne in them.

We enjoyed our campsite, and our time with family.

I was disappointed that there was no camp host at cottonwood point. Also disappointed that we could not reserve site 099 or 101 except 4 days in advance. This is unacceptable to me . We camp during the week an they are our favorite sites. The system should be no different for these sites as other. Level of service has declined

There was a drainage ditch at our site and the tables were too close to put awning out. Also the ele tric at my daughter n son-in-law site blew and the had no electric all weekend

There is no camp host and apparently no maintenance personnel. Nothing is being kept up. The play grounds are full of weeds. Actually the whole camp ground is getting run down with weeds. It is a shame because at one time the camp ground was a nice place. There is a great trail but like the rest of the camp ground it is not being kept up. There are fallen trees making the trail impassable. The RV sites are nice. They are spaced out nicely. It is quiet and I feel safe.