About Cottonwood (NE)
Number of accommodations: 74
Campground Amenities
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Potable Water -
Lake Access
Seasonal information
2026 Season availability
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Reviews (499)
What Guests Are Saying
Cottonwood Campground is frequently praised for its cleanliness, well-maintained facilities, and friendly hosts, making it a popular choice for campers. Visitors appreciate the peaceful environment, spacious campsites, and access to numerous bike trails. While some concerns were raised about management and maintenance issues, the overall experience is described as enjoyable, with many guests expressing a desire to return.
What Guests Are Saying
Cottonwood Campground is frequently praised for its cleanliness, well-maintained facilities, and friendly hosts, making it a popular choice for campers. Visitors appreciate the peaceful environment, spacious campsites, and access to numerous bike trails. While some concerns were raised about management and maintenance issues, the overall experience is described as enjoyable, with many guests expressing a desire to return.
Review Summary
Nell N
VerifiedAugust 25, 2024 • Stayed at: 55, Loop: SLOO
I love cottonwood
George M
VerifiedAugust 23, 2024 • Stayed at: 05, Loop: NLOO
Only spent 1night but it was good, very quiet and a nice check out time, was able to sleep in a little and get a nice hot shower before moving on in my travels. Been on the road about 3 months at that point visiting National Parks and monuments . So nice I almost decided to spend a couple more days. I give this camp grounds 5 stars
Viki M
VerifiedAugust 23, 2024 • Stayed at: 16, Loop: NLOO
We Love this campground! We cannot express enough how much we appreciate the Fabulous job the cleaning crew do to keep the restrooms so immaculate! It is Always perfect so appealing with No bugs , cobwebs or dirty sinks stools or showers . We’re always comfortable to use these wonderful conveniences! . Thanks to you Super people!
LARRY O
VerifiedAugust 20, 2024 • Stayed at: 34, Loop: NLOO
Sad that people are inconsiderate & are allowed to book a prime spot for weeks & only show up for the 1 weekend to occupy it.
Katherine V
VerifiedAugust 18, 2024 • Stayed at: 16, Loop: NLOO
Great place clean and quiet
Stanley S
VerifiedAugust 12, 2024 • Stayed at: 10P, Loop: NLOO
Other campers were very courteous and friendly. Clean showers and rest rooms.
Jeanette H
VerifiedAugust 7, 2024 • Stayed at: 12, Loop: NLOO
Beautiful campground. Exceptionally friendly and helpful host. Bathrooms clean, hot showers.
Sue J
VerifiedAugust 4, 2024 • Stayed at: 03, Loop: NLOO
Excellent campground and very well cared for. The site was fairly level and cell connectivity was very good. This campground tends to get very crowded on weekends, but during the weekend it’s very quiet. But even when it’s crowded, people respect the quiet time rules.
Britta B
VerifiedAugust 4, 2024 • Stayed at: 28, Loop: NLOO
We like this campground with all the old trees. Nicely maintained.
James D
VerifiedAugust 2, 2024 • Stayed at: 11, Loop: NLOO
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Location Cottonwood (NE)
Address:
U.S. Army Corps Of Engineers
Yankton, SD, 57078
United States
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.
Latitude & Longitude: 42.8586 / -97.4825
Elevation: 361 feet
Policies & Rules
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Summary of Cottonwood Campground Rules and Policies:Check-In Time is 4:00 P.M. / Check-Out Time is 2:00 P.M.All campers must check-in and register with the campground host.A maximum of eight (8) people are allowed per campsite and daily occupancy is required. Each campsite is limited to a maximum of either: (a) One (1) wheeled camping unit and (2) two sleeping tents, OR (b) three (3) sleeping tents. Title 36 Code of Federal Regulations (CFR) applies to all visitors to U.S. Army Corps of Engineers lands and waters.All vehicles are restricted to designated roadways and parking areas only, off-road travel is prohibited.All vehicles must be parked on campsite pads or within designated parking areas only. All vehicles parked at campsites must have at least two wheels on the campsite pad, with a maximum of (2) two wheels permitted on grass. Vehicles may not be parked on or along roadways or in a manner that prohibits or restricts traffic flow. Quiet hours are 10:00 P.M. to 6:00 A.M. Fireworks are prohibited. All pets must be on a leash of 6 feet in length or less. Pet waste must be picked up and properly disposed of promptly. |
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Firewood Alert: Don't Move Firewood! Due to the spread of invasive insects (such as Emerald Ash Borer (EAB)) firewood from outside the area is not permitted. Help protect your forests by purchasing near your camping destination and burning it on-site. Firewood is not available for sale on-site, however several local businesses sell firewood a short distance away, see the campground host or attendant for more information.
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Attention Boaters, Paddlers, and Anglers - Protect Your Waters!
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For questions or to contact park staff, please call: 402-667-2546 or email: gavinspoint.nwo@usace.army.mil. Reservations can not be made at this number. |
