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1149 reviews
Cottonwood Campground is consistently praised for its beautiful scenery, cleanliness, and friendly atmosphere. Recent upgrades, such as concrete pads and improved facilities, have enhanced the camping experience, along with the quiet surroundings and ample shade. While some visitors noted minor concerns like the lack of full hookups and the need for trimming trees, overall, campers enjoyed their stays and appreciated the well-kept amenities and peaceful environment.
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May 7, 2026 Stayed at: 27, Loop: NLOO
It was cold & wet most the time we were on the N Loop the host Mark & Wife Are the greatest people & so were the other couple and the cleaning people do a wonderful job job of cleaning the rest rooms only thing was the heater in the men’s restroom wasn’t working kinda cold to take shower
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May 7, 2026 Stayed at: 23, Loop: NLOO
Very nice campground. Bathhouse is very clean. Beautiful area.
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May 11, 2026 Stayed at: 64P, Loop: SLOO
This is a beautiful campground! Very clean and kept up. Would definitely stay here again!
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May 11, 2026 Stayed at: 07, Loop: NLOO
Nice level site, great opportunities to bike and walk.
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May 17, 2026 Stayed at: 69, Loop: SLOO
Cottonwood Campground is located just below the Gavins Point Dam near Yankton SD on the Missouri River. While on the smaller side (compared to other campgrounds in the area that are operated by the State of South Dakota) the rates are more reasonable and, considering the outstanding views, are well worth the effort to book. The restrooms are clean and the camp hosts are professional and cordial.
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May 17, 2026 Stayed at: 14, Loop: NLOO
Facilities extremely clean. Campsites and park areas well cared for. Great fishing near campsites, you don’t have to go far to catch.
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May 18, 2026 Stayed at: 58, Loop: SLOO
As always excellent place to camp. Friendly hosts, Awesome neighbors. Beautiful
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May 18, 2026 Stayed at: 51, Loop: SLOO
We had a very nice stay. We loved the spot we were in and will definitely try to get that spot again when we go to Cottonwood.
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May 20, 2026 Stayed at: 47, Loop: SLOO
This was a clean, beautiful campground.
I rolled in when it was almost dark and knew that I was going to leave pretty soon in the morning, so I did not get to explore a lot. The camp host was super helpful and let me switch to a pull through spot. The bathrooms and showers were very clean.
It is close to a town with convenient grocery stores and other facilities
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May 21, 2026 Stayed at: 52, Loop: SLOO
Host was very nice.
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U.S. Army Corps Of Engineers, Cottonwood Campground, 198 Toe Rd, Yankton, SD 57078 United States
Elevation: 361 ft
From U.S. Hwy 81 in Yankton, South Dakota, drive four miles west on South Dakota Highway 52, then south on Dam Toe Road and follow signs.
Check in time
4PM
Check out time
2PM
Last updated: October 21, 2026
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Population: 15,540
Nearby city: Sioux City, IA
Approx. 60 mi away (straight-line distance)
Elevation: 1,211 ft
Yankton, SD
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