Cottonwood Campground
Open for camping. Reservations required May 15 through September 15; first-come, first-served from September 16 through May 14. Stage 1 fire restrictions currently in effect prohibiting wood-burning fires.
Red Flag Warning issued August 11 at 1:08AM MDT until August 11 at 9:00PM MDT by NWS Cheyenne WY
The National Weather Service in Cheyenne has issued a Red Flag Warning, which is in effect from noon to 9 PM MDT Tuesday. * AFFECTED AREA...Fire weather zones 417 through 430. * WIND...West to northwest at 15 to 20 mph with gusts up to 35 mph, turning northerly into the evening hours. * HUMIDITY...Between 8 and 16 percent. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Isolated high-based showers will have the potential to produce gusty and erratic winds along with a few strikes of lightning without much, if any, rainfall during the afternoon and evening hours. * IMPACTS...any fires that develop will likely spread rapidly. Outdoor burning is not recommended.
Red Flag Warning issued August 10 at 9:27PM MDT until August 10 at 9:00PM MDT by NWS Cheyenne WY
...RED FLAG WARNING HAS EXPIRED FOR LOW RH AND GUSTY WINDS MPH FOR FIRE WEATHER ZONES 417, 418, 419, 420, 421, 422, 423, 424, 425, 426, AND 427... The National Weather Service in Cheyenne has issued a Red Flag Warning, which is in effect from noon to 9 PM MDT Tuesday. * AFFECTED AREA...Fire weather zones 417 through 427. * WIND...North to northwest at 15 to 20 mph with gusts up to 35 mph. * HUMIDITY...Between 9 and 16 percent. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Isolated high-based showers will have the potential to produce gusty and erratic winds along with a few strikes of lightning without much, if any, rainfall during the afternoon and evening hours. * IMPACTS...any fires that develop will likely spread rapidly. Outdoor burning is not recommended.
About
Cottonwood Campground occupies a scenic position on Glendo Reservoir's northeastern shore, accessed via a half-mile gravel road just before the Sandy Beach Fee Booth. The campground's 14 sites are distributed across three distinct areas: sites 1-6 cluster beneath mature cottonwoods near the sole vault toilet and water hydrant; sites 7-13 sit further east against a cottonwood stand with partial shade; and site 14 perches isolated over a small hill with a more exposed but tree-ringed setting. The sandy terrain and lakeside location make this an appealing base for water recreation. From mid-May through mid-to-late July, campsites are a short walk from the water's edge, with the cottonwood grove and sandy beach providing excellent swimming and picnicking opportunities. As summer progresses and reservoir levels drop (averaging 55 feet of annual fluctuation), the waterline recedes from the camping area. Facilities are basic: one vault toilet, one water hydrant serving the first six sites, and one ADA-accessible pad. There are no hookups at Cottonwood, though the park has dump stations and electric hookups at other campgrounds like Two Moon and Bennett Hill.
Directions
From Glendo, take Glendo Park Road into Glendo State Park. Turn north just before the Sandy Beach Fee Booth and follow the gravel road for half a mile to reach the campground.
Location
Amenities
| Water | Yes |
| Fires Allowed | No |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | No |
| Wifi | No |
| Pets Allowed | Yes |
| Showers | No |
| Electric Hookups | — |
| Water Hookups | — |
| Sewer Hookups | — |
| Camp Store | — |
| Price | $10 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | 180ft |
| Max Trailer Length | — |
| Big Rig Friendly | — |
| Pull Through Sites | Yes |
Contact
| state.parks.parks@wyo.gov | |
| Phone | +1 (307) 735-4433 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | Yes |
| Verizon | Yes |
| T-Mobile | Yes |
Availability
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