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
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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.
Campground was well maintained with clean restrooms and shower area.
Fire pit cleaned out before I was at my spot. Camp host was friendly and answered any questions.
Park ranger patrolled the area numerous times .
Lake Yankton at the campground offering fishing, swimming, kayaking and SUP if you bring them. Fishing the Missouri River and Lewis and Clark lake close by .
Miles of asphalt bike- walk trails.
My go to camp for 50 years.
Campground is very well maintained, shower house was clean with plenty of how water for taking showers. Their is a lake for fishing and kayaking, also a larger lake on the other side of the dam for recreational boating and fishing. Just down the road is the Dam and Missouri river for more fishing. We always have an enjoyable experience at this campground, and hope we can have many more camping trips there.
Campground was well maintained with clean restrooms and shower area.
Fire pit cleaned out before I was at my spot. Camp host was friendly and answered any questions.
Park ranger patrolled the area numerous times .
Lake Yankton at the campground offering fishing, swimming, kayaking and SUP if you bring them. Fishing the Missouri River and Lewis and Clark lake close by .
Miles of asphalt bike- walk trails.
My go to camp for 50 years.
Very quiet and peaceful visit. Loved being able to walk over to the Day Use spot from the campground. Would be an added asset if the two were connected with a riverfront walkway. Love staying at Cottonwood!
Very quiet and peaceful visit. Loved being able to walk over to the Day Use spot from the campground. Would be an added asset if the two were connected with a riverfront walkway. Love staying at Cottonwood!
Mostly enjoyed the stay although my camper and pickup were covered with bird poop. Also we left a day early & weren't reimbursed for the last day as had happened in the past. They tried to make our friends move one day before they were to leave after they suggested that they move to the site they were on.
Mostly enjoyed the stay although my camper and pickup were covered with bird poop. Also we left a day early & weren't reimbursed for the last day as had happened in the past. They tried to make our friends move one day before they were to leave after they suggested that they move to the site they were on.
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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