Cottonwood Day Use Shelter
This is a day-use shelter only, not an overnight campground. The facility closes at 10pm. Reservations are available through Recreation.gov for group picnic events.
About
Cottonwood Day Use Shelter is a group picnic pavilion situated in the Cottonwood Day Use Area on the western shore of Lake Yankton in Nebraska, just downstream of Gavins Point Dam. This is a day-use facility only and does not offer overnight camping. The shelter closes at 10pm. The facility features lights, electricity, nearby water access, and a large grill suitable for group gatherings and events. Maximum occupancy is 200 people. Adjacent recreation options include horseshoe pits, a disc golf course, a sand volleyball court, and a playground. Lake Yankton provides ample shoreline access for fishing. Nearby attractions include Gavins Point Dam and historic Yankton, South Dakota.
Directions
Take SD Hwy 52 4 miles west to the intersection with the Toe Rd. Cottonwood Day Use Area is approximately 1 mile south on the Toe Rd.
Location
Amenities
| Water | Yes |
| Fires Allowed | — |
| Toilets | — |
| Dump Station | — |
| Wifi | — |
| Pets Allowed | — |
| Showers | — |
| Electric Hookups | — |
| Water Hookups | — |
| Sewer Hookups | — |
| Camp Store | — |
| Price | $25 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | — |
| Max Trailer Length | — |
| Big Rig Friendly | — |
| Pull Through Sites | No |
Contact
| gavinspoint.nwo@usace.army.mil | |
| Phone | +1 (402) 667-2546 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | Yes |
| Verizon | Yes |
| T-Mobile | Yes |
Useful Links
| View on Recreation.gov |
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