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Cottonwood Campground — Brannan Island State Recreation Area

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Park hours are from sunrise to one hour after sunset.  There is a new gate; it will close one after sunset, and reopen at sunrise.

 

Willow and Cottonwood Campgrounds: Reservations available April 1 ___ September 30. From October 1 through March 31, Willow and Cottonwood will have an annual closure rotation. Olympic Campground, Walk-In Campground (Sites 116-128), Cabin, Ramadas (Group Day Use), and Group Camps: Reservations available All Year.

Sites vary from 20 feet to 36 feet in length. While booking your site, please check SITE length and width under amenities to be sure your unit and vehicle will fit properly.

Cottonwood Campground is located near Rio Vista, California, in the Brannan Island State Recreation Area. The terrain consists of flatlands with waterways and marshes. Nearby attractions include the Sacramento River and the Delta Meadows River Park, offering opportunities for boating and fishing.

Description

California Department of Parks and Recreation

Brannan Island State Recreation Area

Cottonwood Campground

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Location

Cottonwood Campground — Brannan Island State Recreation Area is located in California

Detail location of campground

Address

17645 State Hwy. 160
Rio Vista, CA 94571

Coordinates

38.1081161499023 N
121.69554901123 W

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Access

  • Walk-In
    Park in a lot, walk to your site.

Stay Connected

  • WiFi
    Good
  • Verizon
    Available
  • AT&T
    Available
  • T-Mobile
    Good

Site Types

  • Tent Sites
  • RV Sites
  • Standard (Tent/RV)
  • Group
  • Cabins
  • Tent Cabin

Features

For Campers

  • ADA Access
  • Trash
  • Picnic Table
  • Firewood Available
  • Phone Service
  • Reservable
  • Showers
  • Drinking Water
  • Toilets
  • Pets
  • Fires

For Vehicles

  • Sanitary Dump

Contact

Reservations

Drive Time


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Reviewed May. 14, 2025

State Park

I was here in the month of May very quiet squirrels running around lots of birds I think there was only three or four people that it was during the week so there's that good cell service I have a 25 ft RV fit in the space fine.

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Month of VisitMay

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the max vehicle length at Cottonwood Campground — Brannan Island State Recreation Area?

Cottonwood Campground — Brannan Island State Recreation Area allows vehicles up to 36 feet.

Are fires allowed at Cottonwood Campground — Brannan Island State Recreation Area?

Yes, according to campers on TheDyrt.com, fires are allowed at Cottonwood Campground — Brannan Island State Recreation Area, although make sure to check current fire restrictions in the area.

Does Cottonwood Campground — Brannan Island State Recreation Area have wifi?

No, according to campers on TheDyrt.com, Cottonwood Campground — Brannan Island State Recreation Area does not have wifi.