About Cottonwood Campground
Cottonwood Campground is a campground in Big Bend National Park, Texas. The address on file is Cottonwood Campground, Big Bend National Park, Texas 79834. It has 22 campsites. It is listed as seasonal, so confirm opening dates before you go. No hookups are listed, so plan to camp self-contained. Its listed price tier is $ on a scale of $ to $$$. We do not have current nightly rates. The phone number on file is 432-477-1121. The official website is nps.gov.
Nearby trails and campgrounds
The closest trails in our directory are Old Ore Road (moderate, 32 miles) and Big Bend Ranch State Park (moderate, 32 miles), measured in a straight line. Other campgrounds nearby: Big Bend RV Park (14 miles), Chisos Basin Campground (16 miles) and Rattlesnake Canyon Camp (18 miles). Straight-line distances are measured from the coordinates on file, so check a map for the drive.
- Old Ore Road (32 miles, straight-line)
- Big Bend Ranch State Park (32 miles, straight-line)
- Big Bend RV Park (14 miles, straight-line)
- Chisos Basin Campground (16 miles, straight-line)
- Rattlesnake Canyon Camp (18 miles, straight-line)
Frequently asked questions
Where is Cottonwood Campground?
Cottonwood Campground is a campground in Big Bend National Park, Texas. The address on file is Cottonwood Campground, Big Bend National Park, Texas 79834.
How many campsites does Cottonwood Campground have?
Cottonwood Campground has 22 campsites in our listing.
Is Cottonwood Campground open all year?
No. Cottonwood Campground is listed as seasonal, so confirm opening dates before you go.
Does Cottonwood Campground have full hookups?
No. No hookups are listed.
What is the phone number for Cottonwood Campground?
The phone number on file is 432-477-1121.
About This Campground
Cottonwood Campground is a quiet oasis in the western corner of Big Bend National Park. Reservations are required. Conveniently located between the Castolon Historic District, the scenic Santa Elena Canyon and the tail end of the Ross Maxwell Scenic Drive, this small, 22-site campground is one of the least-known and quiet campgrounds in the park. There is one group campsite and 21 individual sites. This is a remote campground in a remote park. It is dry camping, no hook-ups, and no generators are permitted.
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Cottonwood Campground
Big Bend National Park, Texas 79834
GPS Coordinates: 29.13678, -103.52251
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- NPS campgrounds often open reservations 6 months in advance
- This campground operates seasonally, check exact dates before booking
- Book early for weekend and holiday availability
- Confirm pet policies and vehicle length limits before arriving
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