About Cottonwood (NE)
Number of accommodations: 74
Campground Amenities
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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
Glen R
VerifiedAugust 20, 2021 • Stayed at: 27, Loop: NLOO
Nice area and very clean Restrooms were kept clean
David R
VerifiedAugust 19, 2021 • Stayed at: 24, Loop: NLOO
Great Campground. Clean bathrooms. Disc golf course close by and lots of bike trails. It was perfect for us!
Molly B
VerifiedAugust 13, 2021 • Stayed at: 39, Loop: SLOO
Great campground. Clean, quiet great hosts. Plenty of shade. Sites are generously sized.
Sandra B
VerifiedAugust 12, 2021 • Stayed at: 17, Loop: NLOO
Cottonwood is part of a busy recreation area along the Missouri River. In spite of the density, the overall experience is very good due to the management of the several campgrounds right next to each other, and the beautiful setting. If you are looking for isolation, it is not here, but the clearly marked campgrounds and cleanliness of the area provide lovely access to the River.
Clifford H
VerifiedAugust 12, 2021 • Stayed at: 19, Loop: NLOO
Park is clean,bathrooms were always kept clean
Bret H
VerifiedAugust 2, 2021 • Stayed at: 35, Loop: SLOO
Very friendly staff. Very clean campground. Excellent location to many area attractions.
Cliff S
VerifiedJuly 28, 2021 • Stayed at: 53P, Loop: SLOO
Very well kept bathroom and shower house. Love this place for the price and convenience of being so close to the water. Again my wife and I enjoy camping here as much as we can get out. Nice camp ground!
Tammy K
VerifiedJuly 28, 2021 • Stayed at: 57P, Loop: SLOO
Campground was good as usual. Lake Yankton water levels were low, Gavins Point dam was not releasing water, but we still found plenty to enjoy.
candy m
VerifiedJuly 26, 2021 • Stayed at: 15, Loop: NLOO
Very nice location.
David M
VerifiedJuly 22, 2021 • Stayed at: 62P, Loop: SLOO
We only spent one night as we were driving to our destination. The campground was very clean, sites were perfect, and the staff was very friendly.
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. |
