Cottonwood Group Site
Open year-round. Water systems are not yet activated due to seasonally cold temperatures; water anticipated to be available around May 15, pending warmer weather. Vault toilets are available. Reservations available via Recreation.gov.
From Recreation.gov
Due to seasonally cold temperatures, water systems for comfort stations have not been activated at park campgrounds. We anticipate that water may be available as soon as May 15, pending warmer weather. Vault toilets are available.
About
Cottonwood Group Site is a designated group camping area within Cottonwood Campground, located five miles from the Medora entrance in the South Unit of Theodore Roosevelt National Park. The site can accommodate 7-20 campers with up to 5 vehicles (maximum 45 ft length) on a pull-through gravel pad. Facilities include picnic tables, a nearby picnic shelter, and access to vault toilets. Water is seasonal and weather-dependent, typically available from mid-May through early October. The campground sits adjacent to the Little Missouri River in a grove of cottonwood trees, providing shade and excellent birdwatching opportunities. Bison regularly travel through the campground en route to the river. The area offers access to approximately 70 miles of hiking trails, and Peaceful Valley Ranch nearby is one of the best locations in the park for night sky viewing. Reservations open March 1 at 8:00 AM MT for the upcoming season via Recreation.gov. The site is part of a primitive camping environment with no hookups, showers, or dump station. Campfires are permitted in designated fire rings, and firewood brought into the park must originate from North Dakota trees.
Directions
Enter the South Unit in Medora. Travel 5.5 miles on the scenic drive (East River Road). Cottonwood Campground is on the left.
Amenities
| Water | No |
| Fires Allowed | Yes |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | No |
| Wifi | — |
| Pets Allowed | Yes |
| Showers | No |
| Electric Hookups | — |
| Water Hookups | — |
| Sewer Hookups | — |
| Camp Store | — |
| Price | $60 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | 45ft |
| Max Trailer Length | 50ft |
| Big Rig Friendly | No |
| Pull Through Sites | No |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (701) 623-4466 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | Yes |
| Verizon | Yes |
| T-Mobile | None |
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