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Cottonwood Campground (ND)

315 2 Nd Ave, Medora, North Dakota, United States

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

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

Nearby Activities & Attractions

Fishing

Hiking

Seasonal information

2026 (Current year)

2026 Season availability

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Currently open - May 1 to Jun 27

Campground Amenities

RV Utilities and Hookups

RV Utilities and Hookups

  • Dump station on site
Water and Hygiene

Water and Hygiene

  • Potable Water
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Rates, Sites & Availability

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70 Sites Available

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🚐 001, Loop: North Loop
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🚐 011, Loop: North Loop
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🚐 021, Loop: North Loop
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β›Ί 055, Loop: South Loop
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🚐 067, Loop: South Loop
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🚐 068, Loop: South Loop
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🚐 069, Loop: South Loop
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🚐 076, Loop: South Loop
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Reviews (1027)

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What Guests Are Saying

Cottonwood Campground offers a beautiful and relaxing experience with spacious, well-maintained sites and clean facilities. Camp hosts are friendly and helpful, enhancing the overall stay, while the location provides easy access to scenic views and wildlife encounters. Some campers noted the lack of fire pits and shower facilities as areas for improvement, but overall, guests highly recommend the campground for its charm and tranquil atmosphere.

Review Summary

4.5
1027 reviews
5
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4
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Annie S

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October 8, 2021 β€’ Stayed at: 011, Loop: North Loop

5

Camp host was amazing. Bathrooms were 12/10. Great site and a welcome committee of bison.

Clyde W

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October 8, 2021 β€’ Stayed at: 053, Loop: South Loop

5

Great site along the Little Missouri. Enjoyed watching the wild horses and bison coming to the river to drink. Host, Jeff, was outstanding in his knowledge (a former national park's ranger) and willingness to help or advise.

Debra M

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October 8, 2021 β€’ Stayed at: 035, Loop: North Loop

4

Good campsites, good level of cleaning in bathrooms and quiet. Host was polite and knowledgeable. Great to have our national parks and campgrounds preserved and in public hands.

Anthony R

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October 8, 2021 β€’ Stayed at: 023, Loop: North Loop

5

Awesome views. Bison sightings and Elk calling

Marty W

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October 8, 2021 β€’ Stayed at: 033, Loop: North Loop

5

Despite squatters being in our site upon arrival, campground mgr found us a better site. Enjoyed our stay immensely.

James A

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October 8, 2021 β€’ Stayed at: 005, Loop: North Loop

4

I was on my way to visit friends in Boise Idaho. Having only seen the Park from the interstate, I was curious about the rest of it. I was pleasantly surprised. The presentation at the amphitheater was a bonus. Great experience.

Annie S

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October 8, 2021 β€’ Stayed at: 011, Loop: North Loop

5

Camp host was amazing. Bathrooms were 12/10. Great site and a welcome committee of bison.

Janice V

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October 7, 2021 β€’ Stayed at: 073, Loop: South Loop

5

My stay at Cottonwood Campground was great. The campground is quiet, clean and in a beautiful setting along the Little Missouri River. The camp host was so nice and friendly, even had treats for the dogs. It did get cold at night (in the 40s) and my dog and I were tent camping. It also got very hot during the day (late September). We did the scenic ride, very nice. Also did hiking but since I was with my dog we hiked outside of the park on the Maah Daah Hey Trail. It was very nice hiking. We hiked in the morning to avoid the heat.

Janice V

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October 7, 2021 β€’ Stayed at: 073, Loop: South Loop

5

My stay at Cottonwood Campground was great. The campground is quiet, clean and in a beautiful setting along the Little Missouri River. The camp host was so nice and friendly, even had treats for the dogs. It did get cold at night (in the 40s) and my dog and I were tent camping. It also got very hot during the day (late September). We did the scenic ride, very nice. Also did hiking but since I was with my dog we hiked outside of the park on the Maah Daah Hey Trail. It was very nice hiking. We hiked in the morning to avoid the heat.

Lynnette S

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October 5, 2021 β€’ Stayed at: 031, Loop: North Loop

5

We camped at Cottonwood in our 27' travel trailer, site 31. The site was more than adequate for our camper and mostly level. The restrooms were clean and well-kept. The volunteer staff was friendly, especially when our departure was delayed due to a power failure in our camper. We would definitely stay there again!

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.

Latitude & Longitude: 46.95 / -103.532

Elevation: 690 feet

Map of Cottonwood Campground (ND) location at Medora, ND, United States
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Nearby destinations

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Last updated: June 5, 2026

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