Cottonwood Campground - Slrd

Star4.35
17 reviews
Uinta Wasatch Cache National Forest, Dugway, UT, 84022

Quick Facts

6,080 ft

Price

$15 - $36/night

Booking

Reservable

Sites

2 campsites

Season

Open season is May 1...

Cell

Unknown

Pets

Allowed

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Cottonwood Campground - Slrd
$15.00 - $36.00 / night
Campsite Fees
Standard Site Fee$22.00
Hookup Site Fee$0.00
Premium Site Fee$0.00
Hike and Bike Site Fee$0.00
Group Site Fee$0.00
Food Storage Locker Fee$0.00
Total Campsite Fees$22.00

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What Campers Say

4.35

Recommended

Based on 17 reviews

23 Google reviews

"User reviews indicate that Cottonwood Campground provides a basic and rustic camping experience. Campers appreciate the stream running through the site and the proximity to hiking trails, but some mention the lack of privacy and dust from passing vehicles."

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Fees & Passes at Cottonwood Campground - Slrd

$15 - $36/night

Campsite fees

Standard Site

Basic tent/RV spot

$22/night

Stay Limit: Maximum stay limit not explicitly mentioned.

Prices verified December 8, 2025

Prices may vary by season and site type. Always confirm current rates on the official reservation website.


Best Time to Camp at Cottonwood Campground - Slrd

Best
Spring (Mar-May)

Wildflowers bloom, mild temperatures, fewer crowds. Great for hiking and photography.

Summer (Jun-Aug)

Peak season with warm days. Most facilities open. Reserve ahead.

Fall (Sep-Nov)

Beautiful fall colors, cooler temps, quieter campgrounds. Ideal for peaceful trips.

Winter (Dec-Feb)

Snow activities available. Some facilities may close. Check conditions.

Planning Tips
  • Peak Season: May 16, 2025 - September 1, 2025. Book 2-3 months ahead.
  • Operating Season: Open season is May 16 to September 1 for reservations, and September 2 to September 27 for first-come, first-served availability.

About Cottonwood Campground - Slrd

Escape to Cottonwood Campground, where authentic wilderness camping awaits at 6,080 feet in the heart of South Willow Canyon. This primitive gem in the Stansbury Range rewards adventurous souls with an unspoiled backcountry experience, where vault toilets are your only modern convenience and the absence of running water reconnects you with nature's raw beauty. Here, beneath a canopy of ancient trees and star-filled skies, discover what camping was meant to be.
Geological RegionCottonwood Campground sits nestled within the dramatic Stansbury Range, where ancient geological forces have carved a spectacular desert canyon unlike anywhere else. This remote sanctuary showcases nature's artistry through weathered rock formations, while groves of oak, maple, and juniper create an unexpected oasis. Willow Creek has patiently sculpted this canyon over millennia, leaving behind a landscape that balances rugged desert beauty with surprising pockets of riparian paradise.
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Campsite details

Total Campsites2 campsites

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Check-in
12:00 PM
Check-out
12:00 PM
Stay Limit
Maximum stay limit not explicitly mentioned.
Guests Allowed Per Site
  • Up to 8 people per single site
  • up to 16 people per double site.
Tents
Tents are allowed
RV vehicles
RV vehicles are not allowed
Primitive
Primitive are allowed
Reservable
Reservations are allowed

Open and Closed SeasonOpen season is May 16 to September 1 for reservations, and September 2 to September 27 for first-come, first-served availability.
Walk-in AvailabilityFirst-come, first-served sites available September 2 - September 27, but availability updates are not provided in real-time.

Amenities available

Fire rings
Picnic tables
Vault toilets

Activities you can enjoy

Water Sports
Details about water sports are not provided.
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Campground rules

  • Pets are allowed
  • Campfires are permitted but must adhere to fire safety rules.

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Weather at Cottonwood Campground - Slrd

43
°F
Dec 9
Tuesday
Clear sky
Precipitation: 0%
Humidity: 33%
Wind: 11.4 mph
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Peak season datesMay 16, 2025 - September 1, 2025

Campground Map

Uinta Wasatch Cache National Forest, Dugway, UT, 84022

Reviews from booking and map sources

4.4
17 reviews
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Cottonwood Campground - Slrd is recommended, placing it in the top 40% of campgrounds based on reviews
User reviews indicate that Cottonwood Campground provides a basic and rustic camping experience. Campers appreciate the stream running through the site and the proximity to hiking trails, but some mention the lack of privacy and dust from passing vehicles.
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