Cottonwood Creek Trailhead/campground
Open year-round on a first-come, first-served basis. No reservations accepted. No fee.
Red Flag Warning issued August 9 at 12:55AM MDT until August 9 at 9:00PM MDT by NWS Riverton WY
* AFFECTED AREA: In Central WY Fire Zones...280...283...285...288...289...300. In North Central WY Fire Zones...275...276...281...282...287. In Northwest WY Fire Zones...140...286. In Southwest WY Fire Zones...277...279. In West Central WY Fire Zone....278. * COUNTIES AFFECTED: In Central WY...Fremont...Natrona. In North Central WY...Big Horn...Hot Springs...Johnson...Park Washakie. In Northwest WY...Yellowstone National Park. In Southwest WY...Sweetwater...Uinta. In West Central WY...Lincoln...Sublette. * IMPACTS: Low Humidities...Hot Temperatures...and Strong Gusty Winds could cause erratic fire behavior. * WIND: West 10 to 20 mph with gusts up to 30 mph. * HUMIDITY: As low as 8 percent. * TEMPERATURES: Highs in the 90s in the lower elevations. Highs in the 80s in the mountains.
Air Quality Alert issued August 8 at 11:39AM MDT by NWS Riverton WY
The following message is transmitted on behalf of the Wyoming Department of Environmental Quality, Air Quality Division, and the Wyoming Department of Health. * WHAT...Air Quality Alert for Wildfire Smoke. * WHERE...All of Western and Central Wyoming * WHEN...Now through Noon Monday. * IMPACTS...Smoke from western United States wildfires continues to be observed across much of western and central Wyoming. The smoke is limiting visibilities at times. HEALTH INFORMATION...The Wyoming Department of Health recommends that the elderly, young children, and individuals with respiratory problems avoid excessive physical exertion and minimize outdoor activities during this time. Wildfire smoke is made up of a variety of pollutants, including particulate matter and ozone, which can cause respiratory health effects. Although these people are most susceptible to health impacts, the Department of Health also advises that everyone should avoid prolonged exposure to poor air quality conditions. CURRENT CONDITIONS...The Wyoming Department of Environmental Quality, Air Quality Division offers near real-time air quality data for Wyoming's monitoring stations and health effects information to help the public interpret current conditions. Current air quality conditions across the state of Wyoming can be found at http://www.wyvisnet.com/.
About
Cottonwood Creek Trailhead/Campground is a primitive Bureau of Land Management campground located near the eastern shore of Bighorn Lake in Big Horn County, Wyoming. The campground features five campsites, each equipped with a fire ring and picnic table, along with a toilet facility, interpretive kiosk, and food storage boxes for bear-safe food storage. The campground doubles as the trailhead for the Cottonwood Creek Trail, a highly scenic 4.5-mile route winding through BLM, Bighorn National Forest, and State of Wyoming lands. The trail is suitable for hiking and horseback riding, with experienced riders in mind. Equestrian campers will appreciate the four horse corrals and horse watering trough on-site. Cottonwood Canyon features dramatic vertical cliffs, with elevation ranging from 4,800 feet at the canyon mouth to 7,200 feet at the rim. Wildlife viewing and photography opportunities abound in this rugged landscape adjacent to the Bighorn Canyon National Recreation Area.
Directions
From Lovell, take Highway 14A east for approximately 10 miles. Immediately after the causeway on the east side of Bighorn Lake, turn left onto John Blue Canyon Road (BLM Road 1122). Take the first road on the right and travel roughly 5 miles to the campground and trailhead.
Amenities
| Water | — |
| Fires Allowed | Yes |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | No |
| Wifi | No |
| Pets Allowed | — |
| Showers | No |
| Electric Hookups | — |
| Water Hookups | — |
| Sewer Hookups | — |
| Camp Store | No |
| Price | $0 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | — |
| Max Trailer Length | — |
| Big Rig Friendly | — |
| Pull Through Sites | — |
Contact
| cody_wymail@blm.gov | |
| Phone | +1 (307) 578-5900 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | Yes |
| Verizon | Yes |
| T-Mobile | Yes |
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