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About Cottonwood Campground (ND)
Number of accommodations: 70
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2026 Season availability
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- Dump station on site
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- Potable Water
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Reviews (2308)
What Guests Are Saying
Cottonwood Campground offers a beautiful and peaceful experience with spacious, well-maintained sites and clean facilities. Many visitors enjoyed the close encounters with bison and the serene natural surroundings, making it a great spot for wildlife enthusiasts. While some noted issues with insects and site leveling, the overall atmosphere and friendly camp hosts contributed to a memorable stay.
What Guests Are Saying
Cottonwood Campground offers a beautiful and peaceful experience with spacious, well-maintained sites and clean facilities. Many visitors enjoyed the close encounters with bison and the serene natural surroundings, making it a great spot for wildlife enthusiasts. While some noted issues with insects and site leveling, the overall atmosphere and friendly camp hosts contributed to a memorable stay.
Review Summary
Jason W
VerifiedJune 10, 2023 • Stayed at: 013, Loop: North Loop
Absolutely gorgeous spot. Bison all but walked into our campsite. Absolutely must stay here if in the area.
Jason W
VerifiedJune 10, 2023 • Stayed at: 013, Loop: North Loop
Absolutely gorgeous spot. Bison all but walked into our campsite. Absolutely must stay here if in the area.
Jason W
VerifiedJune 10, 2023 • Stayed at: 013, Loop: North Loop
Absolutely gorgeous spot. Bison all but walked into our campsite. Absolutely must stay here if in the area.
Jason W
VerifiedJune 10, 2023 • Stayed at: 013, Loop: North Loop
Absolutely gorgeous spot. Bison all but walked into our campsite. Absolutely must stay here if in the area.
Leah H
VerifiedJune 9, 2023 • Stayed at: 057, Loop: South Loop
Excellent views in our campsite, but be careful where you pick your site. Ours had no shade and was about a quarter mile to the only bathroom. Also, it could be more clearly stated that the “fire pits” available are standing metal grills. Not really appropriate for an evening campfire. Otherwise we had an excellent stay, saw a lot of bison and horses. There was a sudden intense thunderstorm, so make sure to put your rain fly on.
Leah H
VerifiedJune 9, 2023 • Stayed at: 057, Loop: South Loop
Excellent views in our campsite, but be careful where you pick your site. Ours had no shade and was about a quarter mile to the only bathroom. Also, it could be more clearly stated that the “fire pits” available are standing metal grills. Not really appropriate for an evening campfire. Otherwise we had an excellent stay, saw a lot of bison and horses. There was a sudden intense thunderstorm, so make sure to put your rain fly on.
Leah H
VerifiedJune 9, 2023 • Stayed at: 057, Loop: South Loop
Excellent views in our campsite, but be careful where you pick your site. Ours had no shade and was about a quarter mile to the only bathroom. Also, it could be more clearly stated that the “fire pits” available are standing metal grills. Not really appropriate for an evening campfire. Otherwise we had an excellent stay, saw a lot of bison and horses. There was a sudden intense thunderstorm, so make sure to put your rain fly on.
Leah H
VerifiedJune 9, 2023 • Stayed at: 057, Loop: South Loop
Excellent views in our campsite, but be careful where you pick your site. Ours had no shade and was about a quarter mile to the only bathroom. Also, it could be more clearly stated that the “fire pits” available are standing metal grills. Not really appropriate for an evening campfire. Otherwise we had an excellent stay, saw a lot of bison and horses. There was a sudden intense thunderstorm, so make sure to put your rain fly on.
Pat M
VerifiedJune 8, 2023 • Stayed at: 001, Loop: North Loop
Great CG and park. Lots to do especially loved the painted canyon hike, loop drive and wildlife (bison and wild horses) wandering the CG in the evening! Camp hosts very visible and welcoming to all.
Francesca R
VerifiedJune 8, 2023 • Stayed at: 009, Loop: North Loop
beautiful! bathrooms were clean and easy to get to. Saw wild horses from the campsite! conveniently located as well
Location Cottonwood Campground (ND)
Address:
315 2 Nd Ave
Medora, ND, 58645
United States
The South Unit entrance is in Medora, ND. Medora is accessible via Interstate 94 Exits 24 and 27 in North Dakota. Please note exit 27 is a westbound exit only.
Medora is 133 miles (214 km) west of Bismarck, ND and 27 miles (43 km) east of the Montana state line.
Cottonwood Campground is accessible via Interstate 94, with exits 24 and 27 located in Medora, ND.
Elevation: 690 feet
6 mi drive to downtown Medora (about 14 min)
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Last updated: September 12, 2026
