Best Campgrounds near Cottonwood, AZ
The Verde Valley town of Cottonwood has camping sites that range from parks in town to forest spots outside city limits. Cottonwood City Park Campground works well for families, with trees that block the Arizona sun and good bathrooms. Cottonwood Area State Park campsites sit near hiking trails with good views of the surrounding landscape. If you want to camp among the trees, the Arizona National Forest sites around Cottonwood put you right in the woods. Cottonwood Recreation Area has bigger sites that fit both tents and RVs without feeling cramped. You can also stay at Cottonwood County Park Campground if you want to be close to things to do in town. Most of these places have picnic tables, fire rings, and restrooms. You'll find water at most campgrounds too, which helps in the desert. Spring and fall are the best times to camp here when it's not too hot or cold. Summer temperatures can hit 100 degrees, so you'll need shade and lots of water. Winter brings cooler weather that's better for hiking. Keep in mind some camping areas close during certain seasons. Many campers use Cottonwood as a base to visit the Grand Canyon or explore the Sonoran Desert. The Colorado River runs nearby too, where you can swim or fish. Tent campers and RV owners both have good options around Cottonwood for exploring this part of Arizona.
