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About Cottonwood Campground (ND)
Number of accommodations: 70
Activities & Attractions
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Fishing
Hiking
Year-round
Fishing
Hiking
Seasonal information
2026 Season availability
Campground Amenities
RV Utilities and Hookups
- Dump station on site
Water and Hygiene
- 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
Mishelle M
VerifiedJune 14, 2023 • Stayed at: 015, Loop: North Loop
Very nice campground for tent camping. Bathrooms were nice and clean. I had a buffalo walk through my campsite my very first night and another night I could hear horses very close by. Campground host was also very kind!
Kenneth K
VerifiedJune 14, 2023 • Stayed at: 073, Loop: South Loop
Very nice campground, very clean bathrooms, great camp host.
Stephen B
VerifiedJune 14, 2023 • Stayed at: 065, Loop: South Loop
We had one of the walk to sites which was very small and had no trees to hang a weather tarp from or dry out your dew-soaked rain fly. There was no natural shade. The site was right on top of the neighboring ones with no clear delineation between sites. The grill grates were rusty, and there is no fire ring. Had several vehicles pull up to spots to sleep including the one we reserved (per our camp neighbor). The toilet was clean and modern but the access paths are not marked. The potable water was good. The campground was quiet by dusk. Recommend getting a spot on the inside of each loop as they appeared to be larger. Cheap rate. The Little Missouri had some wild horses grazing on the bank opposite the campground which was a fun surprise. There were no other animals except some birds. Garbage cans were nearby and I disturbed by raccoons or other critters. If you get a decent sized lot for your gear, bring your own fire ring, and don’t mind having unregistered visitors sleeping in their vehicles at your campsite until you shop them off, you’ll enjoy the exceptional value this campground offers. It’s a place to sleep for the night, not a KOA where you’ll spend a lot of time “camping” or hanging out with family/friends. You’re there for the national park so get out and enjoy it. If you want amenities or more space, look elsewhere.
Mishelle M
VerifiedJune 14, 2023 • Stayed at: 015, Loop: North Loop
Very nice campground for tent camping. Bathrooms were nice and clean. I had a buffalo walk through my campsite my very first night and another night I could hear horses very close by. Campground host was also very kind!
Kenneth K
VerifiedJune 14, 2023 • Stayed at: 073, Loop: South Loop
Very nice campground, very clean bathrooms, great camp host.
Stephen B
VerifiedJune 14, 2023 • Stayed at: 065, Loop: South Loop
We had one of the walk to sites which was very small and had no trees to hang a weather tarp from or dry out your dew-soaked rain fly. There was no natural shade. The site was right on top of the neighboring ones with no clear delineation between sites. The grill grates were rusty, and there is no fire ring. Had several vehicles pull up to spots to sleep including the one we reserved (per our camp neighbor). The toilet was clean and modern but the access paths are not marked. The potable water was good. The campground was quiet by dusk. Recommend getting a spot on the inside of each loop as they appeared to be larger. Cheap rate. The Little Missouri had some wild horses grazing on the bank opposite the campground which was a fun surprise. There were no other animals except some birds. Garbage cans were nearby and I disturbed by raccoons or other critters. If you get a decent sized lot for your gear, bring your own fire ring, and don’t mind having unregistered visitors sleeping in their vehicles at your campsite until you shop them off, you’ll enjoy the exceptional value this campground offers. It’s a place to sleep for the night, not a KOA where you’ll spend a lot of time “camping” or hanging out with family/friends. You’re there for the national park so get out and enjoy it. If you want amenities or more space, look elsewhere.
Mishelle M
VerifiedJune 14, 2023 • Stayed at: 015, Loop: North Loop
Very nice campground for tent camping. Bathrooms were nice and clean. I had a buffalo walk through my campsite my very first night and another night I could hear horses very close by. Campground host was also very kind!
Kenneth K
VerifiedJune 14, 2023 • Stayed at: 073, Loop: South Loop
Very nice campground, very clean bathrooms, great camp host.
Doug B
VerifiedJune 16, 2023 • Stayed at: 055, Loop: South Loop
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Doug B
VerifiedJune 16, 2023 • Stayed at: 055, Loop: South Loop
done
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
