Cottonwood Recreation Area is located just downstream of Gavins Point Dam and Lewis & Clark Lake along the western shore of Lake Yankton. The numerous outdoor recreational opportunities attract more than 2 million visitors annually to the Lewis & Clark Lake area, making it one of the most popular recreation destinations in the Upper Great Plains. Lewis & Clark Lake is 31,400-acres in size with more than 90 mi of shoreline is impounded by Gavins Point Dam, which was authorized by the Flood Control Act of 1944, commonly called the Pick-Sloan Plan.
For more information about Lewis and Clark Lake, please visit the Gavins Point Project website .
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1149 reviews
Summary
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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.
Nice park, excellent bathroom/shower. My only complaint is that it's a bit noisy, but well within reason. Happy people noise is just part of this type of campground. Otherwise, it's clean, very safe and enjoyable. Within an easy carry to the water for fishing or boating. Sites were level and smooth and plenty long for our car and 14' trailer.
Scenery: B
Noise level: B
Facilities: clean
Overall vibe: Busy but chill
Returnability: You bet
Nice park, excellent bathroom/shower. My only complaint is that it's a bit noisy, but well within reason. Happy people noise is just part of this type of campground. Otherwise, it's clean, very safe and enjoyable. Within an easy carry to the water for fishing or boating. Sites were level and smooth and plenty long for our car and 14' trailer.
Scenery: B
Noise level: B
Facilities: clean
Overall vibe: Busy but chill
Returnability: You bet
Cottonwood campground is quiet and peaceful. We enjoy biking, kayaking, and walking above and below the dam. We walked across the Meridian Highway Bridge which is a bridge that formerly carried U.S. Route 81 across the Missouri River between Nebraska and South Dakota. Check out The Dairy Dock for delicious ice cream!
Cottonwood campground is quiet and peaceful. We enjoy biking, kayaking, and walking above and below the dam. We walked across the Meridian Highway Bridge which is a bridge that formerly carried U.S. Route 81 across the Missouri River between Nebraska and South Dakota. Check out The Dairy Dock for delicious ice cream!
Campers must check in, with limits on guests, campsite types, vehicle parking, and pet regulations.
Contact information for park staff is provided for inquiries.
Cancellation policy
Reservation fees are non-refundable. For campsites, cabins, lookouts, yurts, group sites, and similar stays, we charge a reservation service fee of $8.
Standard cancellations usually have a $10 cancellation fee. Customers can generally cancel before the check-in date online.
Late cancellation rules differ by stay type.
Individual campsites: cancelling after 12:00am local time the day before arrival usually means a $10 cancellation fee plus forfeiting the first night's fee.
Cabins, lookouts, and yurts: cancelling less than 14 days before arrival usually means a $10 cancellation fee plus forfeiting the first night's fee.
One-night reservations: a late cancellation usually forfeits the full amount paid, up to the total original reservation cost.
Modifications are allowed before the cut-off window, but fees depend on the change. Changing to dates completely outside the original reservation dates may trigger a $10 change fee. Extending or shortening a stay that still includes original dates usually has no change fee, though refunds may depend on timing and facility rules. Switching to the same type of campsite for the same dates usually has no change fee, but price differences are charged or refunded.
Early departures may or may not be refunded. At certain facilities, partial refunds may be possible if staff can mark the site available for other visitors. No refund is given for a night if the early departure is requested after that day's check-out time.
Security deposits are separate. Security deposits may be refunded to the original payment method if the facility is left in acceptable condition, as determined by the property.
Fires & fuel
Bringing firewood from outside the area is prohibited to protect local forests.
Safety & rules
Boaters and anglers must clean, drain, and dry equipment to prevent the spread of aquatic invasive species.
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