Cottonwood Campground
Closed for the season. Reopens June 1. In 2025, a culvert failure damaged the access road; as of June 2025, the campground was open only to non-trailer vehicles and tent campers while repairs were underway. Check with the Lander Field Office for 2026 trailer access status.
Flood Watch issued July 21 at 12:59PM MDT until July 23 at 6:00AM MDT by NWS Riverton WY
* WHAT...Flooding caused by excessive rainfall continues to be possible. * WHERE...Portions of central, north central, northwest, south central, southwest, and west central Wyoming, including the following areas, in central Wyoming, Casper Mountain, Green Mountains and Rattlesnake Range, Lander Foothills, Natrona County Lower Elevations, Owl Creek and Bridger Mountains, Southwest Bighorn Basin, Upper Wind River Basin, Wind River Basin, Wind River Mountains East and Wind River Mountains West. In north central Wyoming, Bighorn Mountains Southeast, Bighorn Mountains West, Northeast Johnson County, Southeast Bighorn Basin and Southeast Johnson County. In northwest Wyoming, Absaroka Mountains, Cody Foothills, Jackson Hole, North Bighorn Basin, Teton and Gros Ventre Mountains and Yellowstone National Park. In south central Wyoming, East Sweetwater County, Flaming Gorge and Rock Springs and Green River. In southwest Wyoming, South Lincoln County. In west central Wyoming, Salt River and Wyoming Ranges, Star Valley, Upper Green River Basin and Upper Green River Basin Foothills. * WHEN...Until late Wednesday night. The most likely period of possible flooding is Wednesday afternoon through Wednesday evening. * IMPACTS...Excessive runoff may result in flooding of rivers, creeks, streams, and other low-lying and flood-prone locations. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - Slow moving showers and thunderstorms and abnormally high moisture in the air can bring locally heavy rainfall that could lead to flooding. - http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood
About
Cottonwood Campground is a developed Bureau of Land Management site located on Green Mountain in Fremont County, Wyoming. Situated in a semi-alpine setting approximately 17 miles from Jeffrey City, it offers the only developed recreation facilities within a several-hundred-square-mile area. The campground features 18 sites equipped with fire rings, picnic tables, potable water, accessible vault toilets, and garbage collection. Large recreational vehicles can be accommodated. The campground operates on a first-come, first-served basis with no reservations accepted. Fees are $20 per night, or $10 per night with a Senior Annual Pass, Senior Lifetime Pass, or Access Pass. The maximum stay is 14 days. The regular season runs from June 1 through October 31. The Green Mountain Loop Road above the campground opens June 15 through December 1. Green Mountain offers spectacular views of the surrounding Wyoming landscapes and provides excellent deer and elk hunting opportunities. The area sees peak visitation during fall hunting season from mid-September through mid-October.
Directions
From Jeffrey City, Wyoming, go east 6.3 miles to Green Mountain Road. Turn right and follow it about 10.5 miles south to Cottonwood Campground.
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Amenities
| Water | Yes |
| Fires Allowed | Yes |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | — |
| Wifi | — |
| Pets Allowed | — |
| Showers | No |
| Electric Hookups | — |
| Water Hookups | — |
| Sewer Hookups | — |
| Camp Store | — |
| Price | $10 - $20 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | — |
| Max Trailer Length | — |
| Big Rig Friendly | Yes |
| Pull Through Sites | — |
Contact
| Lander_WYMail@blm.gov | |
| Phone | +1 (307) 332-8400 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | None |
| Verizon | None |
| T-Mobile | None |
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