Cottonwood Campground (ND)

View of Cottonwood Campground from the main park road.  There are buttes in the background with a large stand of cottonwoods and a field in between.
Cottonwood Preview Image shows a campsite with a picnic table framed by cottonwood trees and a bluff in the background
Leafy Cottonwood Trees

Sites & Rates

Average nightly rates

70 total sites · $20 avg/night

RV Sites

58 sites

$20/night

average

Tent Sites

12 sites

$20/night

average

About Cottonwood Campground (ND)

For people visiting the South Unit of Theodore Roosevelt National Park, Cottonwood Campground is a great place to stay. Located five miles (8 km) from the entrance to the South Unit of the park, the campground is open year-round. To make a reservation for the group site please visit this the Cottonwood Group Site (ND ) page.

Number of accommodations: 70

Activities & Attractions

Nearby

Fishing

Fishing

Year-round
Hiking

Hiking

Year-round

Seasonal information

2026 (Current year)

2026 Season availability

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Currently open - Jul 11 to Sep 30

Campground Amenities

RV Utilities and Hookups

RV Utilities and Hookups

  • Dump station on site
Water and Hygiene

Water and Hygiene

  • Potable Water
Missing information?

Rates, Sites & Availability

Select check-in and check-out dates to see real-time availability for each site.

70 Sites Available

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Price
🚐 001, Loop: North Loop RV
No Hookups
$20
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🚐 002, Loop: North Loop RV
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$20
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🚐 003, Loop: North Loop RV
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🚐 004, Loop: North Loop RV
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🚐 005, Loop: North Loop RV
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$20
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🚐 006, Loop: North Loop RV
No Hookups
$20
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🚐 007, Loop: North Loop RV
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🚐 008, Loop: North Loop RV
No Hookups
$20
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🚐 009, Loop: North Loop RV
No Hookups
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🚐 010, Loop: North Loop RV
No Hookups
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🚐 011, Loop: North Loop RV
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🚐 012, Loop: North Loop RV
No Hookups
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🚐 013, Loop: North Loop RV
No Hookups
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🚐 014, Loop: North Loop RV
No Hookups
$20
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🚐 015, Loop: North Loop RV
No Hookups
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🚐 016, Loop: North Loop RV
No Hookups
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🚐 017, Loop: North Loop RV
No Hookups
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🚐 018, Loop: North Loop RV
No Hookups
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🚐 019, Loop: North Loop RV
No Hookups
$20
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🚐 020, Loop: North Loop RV
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🚐 021, Loop: North Loop RV
No Hookups
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🚐 022, Loop: North Loop RV
No Hookups
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🚐 023, Loop: North Loop RV
No Hookups
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🚐 024, Loop: North Loop RV
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🚐 026, Loop: North Loop RV
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🚐 027, Loop: North Loop RV
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🚐 028, Loop: North Loop RV
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🚐 029, Loop: North Loop RV
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🚐 030, Loop: North Loop RV
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🚐 031, Loop: North Loop RV
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🚐 032, Loop: North Loop RV
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🚐 033, Loop: North Loop RV
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🚐 034, Loop: North Loop RV
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🚐 035, Loop: North Loop RV
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🚐 036, Loop: North Loop RV
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🚐 038, Loop: North Loop RV
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🚐 039, Loop: North Loop RV
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🚐 043, Loop: South Loop RV
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🚐 045, Loop: South Loop RV
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🚐 046, Loop: South Loop RV
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🚐 047, Loop: South Loop RV
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$20
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🚐 048, Loop: South Loop RV
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🚐 049, Loop: South Loop RV
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$20
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🚐 050, Loop: South Loop RV
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$20
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🚐 051, Loop: South Loop RV
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$20
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🚐 052, Loop: South Loop RV
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$20
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🚐 053, Loop: South Loop RV
No Hookups
$20
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🚐 054, Loop: South Loop RV
No Hookups
$20
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055, Loop: South Loop Tent
6 guests · Pet Friendly
$20
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056, Loop: South Loop Tent
6 guests · Pet Friendly
$20
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057, Loop: South Loop Tent
6 guests · Pet Friendly
$20
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058, Loop: South Loop Tent
6 guests · Pet Friendly
$20
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059, Loop: South Loop Tent
6 guests · Pet Friendly
$20
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060, Loop: South Loop Tent
6 guests · Pet Friendly
$20
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061, Loop: South Loop Tent
6 guests · Pet Friendly
$20
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062, Loop: South Loop Tent
6 guests · Pet Friendly
$20
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063, Loop: South Loop Tent
6 guests · Pet Friendly
$20
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064, Loop: South Loop Tent
6 guests · Pet Friendly
$20
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065, Loop: South Loop Tent
6 guests · Pet Friendly
$20
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066, Loop: South Loop Tent
6 guests · Pet Friendly
$20
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🚐 067, Loop: South Loop RV
No Hookups
$20
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🚐 068, Loop: South Loop RV
No Hookups
$20
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🚐 069, Loop: South Loop RV
No Hookups
$20
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🚐 070, Loop: South Loop RV
No Hookups
$20
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🚐 071, Loop: South Loop RV
No Hookups
$20
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🚐 072, Loop: South Loop RV
No Hookups
$20
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🚐 073, Loop: South Loop RV
No Hookups
$20
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🚐 074, Loop: South Loop RV
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$20
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🚐 075, Loop: South Loop RV
No Hookups
$20
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🚐 076, Loop: South Loop RV
No Hookups
$20
/ per night

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.

Review Summary

4.5
2308 reviews
5
67.2%
1552
4
22.4%
516
3
5.1%
118
2
2.6%
59
1
2.7%
63

Malaney H

Verified

August 12, 2026 Stayed at: 076, Loop: South Loop

5

I was there to visit the TR Presidential Library, which is a definite must-see! I was there 7 hours and could have stayed another few hours, it was amazing! The campground was very clean, especially the restrooms. Unfortunately, there was a burn ban, but it was so hot it didn't matter! Always love driving the scenic drive. Such a great place to visit!

Genevieve D

Verified

August 12, 2026 Stayed at: 049, Loop: South Loop

4

We had a great campsite on the river. Beautiful and peaceful.

Steven R

Verified

August 12, 2026 Stayed at: 058, Loop: South Loop

4

Very clean and modern restroom. Water fountain with good drinking water. Kind of awkward walking through other people's space to get to walk-in sites, but everyone seemed pretty chill about it. Very quiet and dark. Great place for a peaceful night or two.

Christie E

Verified

August 12, 2026 Stayed at: 009, Loop: North Loop

5

Cottonwood Campground and the national park and surrounding area were such an unexpected treat. We only booked 2 nights, thinking it was a pass-through stop, when we should have made it more of a destination stop. We will definitely be back. Our campsite backed up to beautiful scenery and our kids had a blast. We also enjoyed the beautiful night sky. We will definitely be back for a longer stay next time.

Rochella F

Verified

August 11, 2026 Stayed at: 070, Loop: South Loop

5

What a delightful park, one of my favourite US NP campgrounds I've ever stayed at.

Karen B

Verified

August 10, 2026 Stayed at: 053, Loop: South Loop

4

The location was great, near restroom. No showers available. Neighbors observed quiet time. I appreciated the newspaper-like information sheets they gave me at check in. I drove the loop and saw wildlife.

Kassidy S

Verified

August 9, 2026 Stayed at: 021, Loop: North Loop

2

Flies and gnats were unbearable and made it impossible to sit outside at all. We barely spent any time at camp because of it. Would have been nice to know prior to arrival.

Keri S

Verified

August 8, 2026 Stayed at: 053, Loop: South Loop

5

We had a lovely site- #53- along the Little Missouri. Buffalo along the hillside. Beautiful sunrises and sunsets.

john g

Verified

August 7, 2026 Stayed at: 038, Loop: North Loop

4

Awesome park. Campground was well kept. Camp host was very friendly and helpful.

Kendra E

Verified

August 6, 2026 Stayed at: 017, Loop: North Loop

5

This was an excellent campsite. Very secluded and peaceful, however, the bison do use this campsite as a thoroughfare to the river, so be aware. Because of the high bison traffic, it may be a better spot for people with a camper.

Location Cottonwood Campground (ND)

Address:
315 2 Nd Ave
Medora, ND, 58645
United States

Highway access

Cottonwood Campground is accessible via Interstate 94, with exits 24 and 27 located in Medora, ND.

Elevation: 690 feet

Distance to downtown

6 mi drive to downtown Medora (about 14 min)

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Last updated: September 9, 2026

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