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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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September 28, 2020 Stayed at: 55, Loop: SLOO
Very nice clean campground. A lake for fishing and level bike paths. I have camped there since the late fifties with my parents. My husband and adult children camp in spring and fall.
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September 28, 2020 Stayed at: 55, Loop: SLOO
Very nice clean campground. A lake for fishing and level bike paths. I have camped there since the late fifties with my parents. My husband and adult children camp in spring and fall.
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September 30, 2020 Stayed at: 66P, Loop: SLOO
I had a Great 3 day stay, the campsite and restrooms were clean and well kept and met several friendly people. I will have no problem with staying there again
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September 30, 2020 Stayed at: 70, Loop: SLOO
Nice location. Good kayaking on Lake Yankton and the Missouri River.
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September 30, 2020 Stayed at: 66P, Loop: SLOO
I had a Great 3 day stay, the campsite and restrooms were clean and well kept and met several friendly people. I will have no problem with staying there again
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September 30, 2020 Stayed at: 70, Loop: SLOO
Nice location. Good kayaking on Lake Yankton and the Missouri River.
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October 1, 2020 Stayed at: 64P, Loop: SLOO
The pad is short and is between two trees so it makes it difficult to park. The pad could be lengthened. There is room.
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October 1, 2020 Stayed at: 64P, Loop: SLOO
The pad is short and is between two trees so it makes it difficult to park. The pad could be lengthened. There is room.
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October 5, 2020 Stayed at: 60P, Loop: SLOO
We always love coming up to Cottonwood campground. It is always very clean and well maintained. We wish that it was a little bit closer so that we could come up on the weekends. We have been coming up there well over 30 years so that should tell you something.
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October 5, 2020 Stayed at: 60P, Loop: SLOO
We always love coming up to Cottonwood campground. It is always very clean and well maintained. We wish that it was a little bit closer so that we could come up on the weekends. We have been coming up there well over 30 years so that should tell you something.
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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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