Top Cabins near Cottonwood, CA

We all love roasting marshmallows over a campfire—and you can often still do that while cabin camping in Cottonwood. Finding a cozy cabin in California has never been easier. From secluded to easy-to-reach, these California cabin rentals are perfect for any adventurer.

Best Cabin Sites Near Cottonwood, CA (22)

    Camper-submitted photo from Manzanita Lake Campground — Lassen Volcanic National Park
    Camper-submitted photo from Manzanita Lake Campground — Lassen Volcanic National Park
    Camper-submitted photo from Manzanita Lake Campground — Lassen Volcanic National Park
    Camper-submitted photo from Manzanita Lake Campground — Lassen Volcanic National Park
    Camper-submitted photo from Manzanita Lake Campground — Lassen Volcanic National Park
    Camper-submitted photo from Manzanita Lake Campground — Lassen Volcanic National Park

    1. Manzanita Lake Campground — Lassen Volcanic National Park

    36 Reviews
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    5 Saves

    Overview

    Manzanita Lake Campground (elevation 5,900 ft.) is the largest campground in Lassen Volcanic National Park. It is within walking distance of the scenic Manzanita Lake, a popular fishing and family destination, and offers impressive views of Lassen Peak, the largest volcano in the park at 10,457 feet. The facility is conveniently located one mile south of the park entrance, close to The Loomis Museum, Loomis Ranger Station and popular hiking trails. Educational programs are presented at the museum and amphitheater.

    Recreation

    Manzanita Lake is popular with fly fishermen, but the campground does maintain a catch-and-release policy. Non-motorized boating is also permitted and Kayak rentals are available nearby. The park boasts more than 150 miles of hiking trails, a variety of which can be accessed from the campground, including family-friendly hikes as well as those for more experienced hikers.

    Facilities

    Manzanita Lake is popular with fly fishermen, but the campground does maintain a catch-and-release policy. Non-motorized boating is also permitted and Kayak rentals are available nearby. The park boasts more than 150 miles of hiking trails, a variety of which can be accessed from the campground, including family-friendly hikes as well as those for more experienced hikers.

    Natural Features

    The national park is known for its volcanic history, as well as its diversity of plants and animals. It contains 300 active volcanic domes, as well as many hydrothermal features, such as mud pots and steam vents. Lassen Peak is the southernmost active volcano in the Cascades, and the second most recent to erupt in the lower 48 of the United States before Mount Saint Helens. Lassen National Park boasts over 700 species of flowering plants and 250 species of birds, mammals, reptiles and fish. The park is at the junction of the Cascade Mountains, the Sierra Nevada Mountains and the Great Basin, thus providing many unique habitats.

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    $15 - $26 / night

    Camper-submitted photo from Mountain Gate RV Park
    Camper-submitted photo from Mountain Gate RV Park
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    2. Mountain Gate RV Park

    6 Reviews
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    10 Saves

    Mountain Gate RV Park and Cabins is located in the foothills of The Shasta Cascades near magnificent Lake Shasta and the City of Redding.

    It boasts one of the most pristine, friendly, full service parks in Northern California. We are just a few miles from Lake Shasta and Redding -providing for all your big-city needs. Your recreational needs and wants while away from the hustle and bustle of the city will be all around you.

    We are a safe, secure park, surrounded by woods and grasslands.

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      3. Mendocino National Forest Lake Red Bluff Recreation Area

      3 Reviews
      19 Saves

      The sparkling Sacramento River bisects 488 acres of riparian forest, flowering grasslands, wetlands, and oak woodlands providing very diverse Naturewatch experiences. Visitor facilities are closed.

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      Camper-submitted photo from Old Lewiston Bridge RV Resort
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      4. Old Lewiston Bridge RV Resort

      5 Reviews
      27 Photos
      50 Saves
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      Camper-submitted photo from Shasta Lake RV Resort

      6. Shasta Lake RV Resort

      4 Reviews
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      7. Antlers RV Park and Campground

      3 Reviews
      1 Photo
      47 Saves
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      Camper-submitted photo from Mill Creek Resort

      8. Mill Creek Resort

      4 Reviews
      176 Photos
      25 Saves

      Mill Creek Resort is the Off-The-Beaten-Path mountain resort that you've been looking for. Located in the historic 1930's Mill Creek Lodge just 20 minutes from the southwest entrance of Lassen Volcanic National Park, we are the perfect jumping-off point for your next mountain adventure. Our vintage cabin rentals and spacious wooded campsites welcome adventurers from near and far to experience the magic that lassen offers.

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      Camper-submitted photo from Trinity Lake KOA
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      9. Trinity Lake KOA

      7 Reviews
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      69 Saves

      Join us for incredible fishing, hiking and campfires under the stars. The Trinity Lake KOA offers RV, tent, and deluxe cabin camping. We are Big Rig Friendly with beautiful wooded RV sites. The tent sites are spacious and tree-covered. Deluxe cabins feature a kitchen, bathroom, and linens. We are even pet friendly too! Bringing a boat? A launch area is available 2 miles from the park and boat slip rental is available at the campground. Don't have a boat? We rent kayaks. For hikers, and ATV enthusiasts, there are hundreds of miles of trails traversing the Trinity Wilderness just outside the campground. Want to hang around the campground? Try our 3-wheel bikes, mini golf, snackbar, or heated pool. This wonderful setting is semi-remote, therefore cell phone and internet coverage can be unreliable making this the perfect place to"disconnect and reconnect" with nature and family. Trinity Lake KOA, camping at its best.

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      Camper-submitted photo from Hat Creek Resort & RV Park
      Camper-submitted photo from Hat Creek Resort & RV Park
      Camper-submitted photo from Hat Creek Resort & RV Park
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      Camper-submitted photo from Hat Creek Resort & RV Park

      10. Hat Creek Resort & RV Park

      6 Reviews
      22 Photos
      59 Saves
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    Recent Cabin Reviews In Cottonwood

    85 Reviews of 22 Cottonwood Campgrounds


    • NThe Dyrt PRO User
      Camper-submitted photo from Childs Meadow Resort
      Sep. 26, 2024

      Childs Meadow Resort

      Perfect spot

      This was a perfect campsite. Came in late but everybody was eager and happy to help out. Met the hosts who took their time and explained about the park.

      Located only 10 minutes from Lassen and by the road and still an rv spot in the forest. Very nice.

      An upper class restaurant and a bar so something for everyone.

      Very recommandable

    • Noel L.
      Camper-submitted photo from Mountain Gate RV Park
      Sep. 14, 2024

      Mountain Gate RV Park

      Nice campground

      Well maintained and clean park. Actually has grass, not all gravel. Sites level. Nice pool and laundry room. One night stay and arrived late so did self check in...no password for bathrooms were given, so asked a neighbor for a password. One of the restrooms was shut down for repairs. Too pricy.

    • TThe Dyrt PRO User
      Camper-submitted photo from Old Lewiston Bridge RV Resort
      Aug. 20, 2024

      Old Lewiston Bridge RV Resort

      Quiet, peaceful

      Great little park. Lots of shade and green grass, good management, Clean restrooms and well kept grounds. Close to river and lakes for boating and fishing. There is a great area for tent camping or a place to dry camp with your RV just below the main RV park. There are targets set up for bow hunters in the pines below the park.

      Our 35 foot fifth wheel easily navigated the space.

    • SThe Dyrt PRO User
      Camper-submitted photo from Trinity Lake KOA
      Jul. 27, 2024

      Trinity Lake KOA

      Exactly what I needed!

      I started my journey up at Shasta lake, but was driven out by bees. I sought several other locations but decided Trinity was a worthwhile shot. I quickly made an online reservation, paid the holding fee, got there 4 hours early because I needed to just land instead of driving aimlessly, and the staff was so accommodating! They allowed me to stay in the parking lot while my site was being prepared, and they even let me in an hour and half earlier than check in! My spot was easy and accessible, close to bathrooms and showers, near the front store which had everything I needed, including coffee, a short walk to the lake, and a view of stars you don’t see very often. I came for solitude, but found comfort in neighbors who have a mutual love and respect for these great outdoors. I even shared a meal with my neighbor! This is an incredible place and very well maintained grounds. Staff are driving around quite literally into the night hours keeping things clean. Thanks Trinity KAO Holiday! I will be seeing you again!

    • Jill P.
      Camper-submitted photo from Mountain Gate RV Park
      Jun. 30, 2024

      Mountain Gate RV Park

      Super Clean & quiet

      We loved our stay. We felt safe and it’s probably one of the most cleanest campground and facilities I’ve ever been to. Clean bathrooms, showers, zero trash around. All around a great visit. Perfect spot if you are traveling with a pet. Highly recommend.

    • Stacy L.
      Camper-submitted photo from Manzanita Lake Campground — Lassen Volcanic National Park
      Jun. 15, 2024

      Manzanita Lake Campground — Lassen Volcanic National Park

      Busy campground!

      This campground is huge and busy, but I was able to get a first come, first serve camp site last minute on a weekday. The lake is incredible and Lassen national park is a really special place so it’s a great spot to check out the rest of the park! The hiking is incredible and there is a trail that goes around the lake.

    • Lee D.The Dyrt PRO User
      Camper-submitted photo from Manzanita Lake Campground — Lassen Volcanic National Park
      Nov. 25, 2023

      Manzanita Lake Campground — Lassen Volcanic National Park

      Campground - Meh; Lassen - Gorgeous!

      General: Four loops plus a cabin loop, however, after September 5 at noon, the only loops open are A, B, and cabins. 

      Site Quality: Some pull-throughs and some back-in. The back-in sites were, for the most part, better suited for tent camping as the camper pads were quite short and many were not level. We lucked out in that our camper pad was only slightly unlevel and we could make it work with our camper van. Some sites were close together with minimal separation while others had more trees separating them. 

      Bath/Shower house: There were several toilet options ranging from vault toilets to basic bathrooms with flush toilets, to larger restrooms with dishwashing sinks. Although there was a soap dispenser in the two closest to our site, there was no soap. The very cold water was oh-so refreshing on a cold September morning! The dishwashing sink in the A loop was locked but we did see campers using the one in the B Loop.

      Activities/Amenities: There is a camper store with food, showers, gas, and laundry available. You can access both Manzanita and Reflection Lakes (1.5 and.5 miles respectively) from the campground. The Chaos Crags trailhead is approximately a half mile from the A Loop. There are kayak, cataraft, and SUP rentals available for Manzanita Lake but it was a bit chilly when we were there. There is zero cell service in the campground but it is noted there is a milepost where you can grab a signal. On our Chaos Crags hike, however, we got a strong signal on Verizon!

      The campground was okay but worth it as a base camp for exploring the northwest part of the park. Happy this one has not been outsourced to a vendor and the price is still reasonable ($26 or$13 with the senior pass).

    • Kristi D.The Dyrt PRO User
      Camper-submitted photo from Hat Creek Resort & RV Park
      Oct. 19, 2023

      Hat Creek Resort & RV Park

      Nice campground near Lassen Volcanic NP

      Nice spot near the NP. Level spot, nice clean bath and shower area. Got a nice hot shower, thank you!

      We stumbled across it when all the campgrounds in the national forest and national park for closed for the season and what a nice surprise. They had a little grocery store with ice cream..we had some ice cream. It was delicious.

      They had the cutest little resort with little cabins, yurts and spots for a camper or big RV. They had a volleyball court, cornhole and a basketball area. Great little spot! We would absolutely come back. Internet on my phone was hit or miss outside. They offered internet for a cheap price. $1.95 a day. 12 minute drive to Park entrance. Otherwise, you are in the middle of nowhere. 20 minutes to a grocery store. Beautiful spot!

    • DThe Dyrt PRO User
      Camper-submitted photo from Manzanita Lake Campground — Lassen Volcanic National Park
      Aug. 12, 2023

      Manzanita Lake Campground — Lassen Volcanic National Park

      Manzanita Lake Campground - Tidy but Tight Spaces

      Manzanita Lake Campground is the campground closest to the north entrance to Lassen Volcanic National Park. It is best accessed from California State Route 44/89. My wife and I reserved space A8 for a four-night stay beginning August 7, 2023. 

      While the campground is well-maintained, I cannot, under any circumstances, recommend that space for anyone camping with an RV or travel trailer. From all appearances A8 looked perfect. But appearances can be deceiving. Looking at an online map of the campground A8 appeared to be a pull-through site which it is. The problem is the site dips down from the access road, bottoms out slightly, then rises again back toward the access road. It took us nearly an hour to locate an area within the space that would allow us to attain a reasonable level so that our refrigerator would operate on propane. And our travel trailer is only 18-feet in length. Once the trailer was reasonably level, the entry step was approximately 18 inches from ground to the step (see images).

      Despite the initial difficulties, once settled, we found the campground to be quiet even though there is not a lot of space between sites. The camp store offers some grocery items but is mainly dedicated to the sale of tourist merchandise. It does have a gas pump offering only 87 octane regular gas at $4.99 per gallon - cash only which is below market price for the area.

      We would camp at Manzanita Lake Campground in the future but would be highly selective in our choice of sites - driving through the various loops we noted that very few are close to level.

    • Stephanie O.
      Camper-submitted photo from Manzanita Lake Campground — Lassen Volcanic National Park
      Aug. 2, 2023

      Manzanita Lake Campground — Lassen Volcanic National Park

      Comfortable, quiet, with all the amenities

      We took an eight-day tour through Northern California and this was our first leg. Tent-camped three nights.

      Trees help add privacy and make you feel like you’re not as close to your neighbor as you are. Campground was very quiet, even during the day, although we were there during the week, so I’m sure that helped. Stars were beautiful at night. Despite the blazing temps in other parts of the park we were always comfortable here, and even chilly at night! Bear box huge and all site amenities were in good shape. Couple bits of trash and a water bottle unfortunately littered about our spot.

      We did have about a dozen anthills spread throughout our site, but were able to pitch our tents a bit away from them. Never had them bother us. We also saw yellow jacket traps in the trees, and they did their job well. Hardly any mosquitos.

      Bathrooms mostly okay, except the last morning—strips of TP everywhere, 2/3 stalls not really clean enough to sit on, but I think that was more an issue of guest misuse than camp staff negligence. No dryers or paper towels, but there was soap. Nice dish-washing closet. Showers were hot and had good pressure, but one was broken and the shower head actually fell on one of us! They are no longer coin-op; you pay a $5 use fee at the camp store for the duration of your stay and receive a code to get into the shower room for when it’s locked at night. Otherwise it’s wide open (and I do mean wide—the ladies door is right next to the store entrance so make sure you do all your dressing/undressing behind your stall curtain, though there is a makeshift wall outside the door to help shield the room).

      Camp store was a nice place to refill water bottles on our way out in the mornings as we never did find a water spigot near our site. They offer a smattering of groceries (eggs, premade sandwiches, drinks) and have a little cafe, some souvenirs and camp supplies. They ran out of wood our first day there and didn’t know when it would be resupplied (it never was while we were there) but directed us to a place 20 min away where we were able to get plenty. Store folks knowledgeable and friendly. Tiny gas pump out back very convenient and actually decently-priced.

      There are a few hikes in the area but most of the main attractions are closer to Summit Lake campgrounds, however they don’t have all the amenities Manzanita does.

    • A
      Camper-submitted photo from Mill Creek Resort
      Jul. 11, 2023

      Mill Creek Resort

      Very Close to Lassen NP

      This campground was very close to Lassen NP, which is convenient. Check-In is simply looking at your name on the board and finding your campsite, which is not clear from the confirmation email. It would've been nice to speak to a host to get the lay of the land. The vault toilets in the tent area are very dark even during the day, and are not well maintained. The showers were also very dirty with dead bugs everywhere. The trail down to Mill Creek while short, is incredibly steep and narrow. The creek itself is beautiful and you can hear it while you fall asleep which is nice. The tent sites in the upper numbers are well spaced out. And there are deer in the area that come right by your site :) Mosquitoes were not bad at all even right next to the creek. I would maybe try another campground that came recommend from a fellow tent camper while at this one. Also, I couldn't get a cell signal for Verizon the whole time I was at the campground.

    • T
      Camper-submitted photo from Lakehead Campground & RV Park
      Jul. 11, 2023

      Lakehead Campground & RV Park

      Beautiful campground

      This campground is very spacious with lots of trees for shade which was great since we I went when it was extremely hot. The owner was very nice and got us situated right away. I will definitely be coming back!

    • B
      Camper-submitted photo from Lakehead Campground & RV Park
      Jun. 28, 2023

      Lakehead Campground & RV Park

      Terrible phone interaction

      I can't rate on even being able to stay but simply based on a phone call. We had filled out their form on their website to try and book and they never responded back. We tried calling and the gentleman was very rude. He said long sites werent available which I get. But when we asked for a shorter site and a spot to park our car hauler he wouldnt even look. He had the adaucity to say well your a few weeks put Reservations change check back. I get if you dont have anything available but he didn't even look. This guy definitely doesnt want business.

    • DMN D.
      Camper-submitted photo from Mendocino National Forest Lake Red Bluff Recreation Area
      Feb. 3, 2023

      Mendocino National Forest Lake Red Bluff Recreation Area

      Good for passing through

      I stay here a lot as I pass through. Every single time there has been a methhead staying who is a ranting and raving lunatic dropping f-bombs this and m-fer that for the whole campground to hear. If they stopped taking cash it would fix a lot of problems separating vagrants from true nomads.

    • Ashley F.The Dyrt PRO User
      Camper-submitted photo from Lakeshore Inn & RV
      Jan. 26, 2023

      Lakeshore Inn & RV

      30 miles south of Mt. Shasta

      Ashley here from The Dyrt! It was great to add this property with such cool lodging types. Sleep in an airstream or go glamping! Check them out and leave some reviews!

    • M
      Camper-submitted photo from Lakehead Campground & RV Park
      Jan. 1, 2023

      Lakehead Campground & RV Park

      Pretty campsite marred by rude campers

      I wanted to love this place.  Simple, pretty, quiet ( at least at check in) but 1 am, a group of partiers ruined the experience with loud kids, loud adults and loud dogs as if it was 1 pm and not 1 am and shouting at each other as if they were a football field away and not just a few feet.  They camped no where near me and yet I could hear them, clear as day. They were left unchecked and it really ruined the stay.

    • Ashley A.
      Camper-submitted photo from Manzanita Lake Camping Cabins
      Oct. 25, 2022

      Manzanita Lake Camping Cabins

      Great Get Away Location

      We booked a 1 room camping cabin for 2 nights during a hiking trip. It was a great little place to stay for a few nights. It had the feel of camping but also some amenities of a cabin.

      As expected, we had a full size mattress with a table and chairs inside and a small patio set outside. The space also had a large bear box, fire ring and picnic table.

      The campground as a whole was very quiet, clean, and the vault style toilets were well maintained. The store was winding down for the season but the employees were pleasant and helpful.

    • Lori W.
      Camper-submitted photo from Mountain Gate RV Park
      Oct. 13, 2022

      Mountain Gate RV Park

      Wondeful

      Great rv park! Patti is super accommodating and helpful. It’s nice for a stop over or a couple of weeks while exploring the Shasta area.

    • M
      Camper-submitted photo from Manzanita Lake Campground — Lassen Volcanic National Park
      Aug. 12, 2022

      Manzanita Lake Campground — Lassen Volcanic National Park

      Crowded and confusing

      We stayed here the first night of our visit to Lassen. This campground is huge. It was almost full and we had a hard time figuring out which sites were available that night until we asked the CG host. We found a pull through that was available that night only.

      There is a gift shop and limited groceries available that is next to Manzanita CG. They have showers and laundry which we did not use. They even have gasoline.

      The park itself is fabulous.

    • J
      Camper-submitted photo from Manzanita Lake Campground — Lassen Volcanic National Park
      Jul. 15, 2022

      Manzanita Lake Campground — Lassen Volcanic National Park

      Beautiful campsite, quite and clean

      Our family stayed 3 days and 2 nights, the sites are on the smaller size. We stayed at B13. Restroom were clean, rangers come and clean it almost everyday. Trash is picked up every other day. Bear box was large, easily 2 coolers and more. Lake is just a short walk away and the story carry all the essentials that you might need

    • L
      Camper-submitted photo from Antlers RV Park and Campground
      Jul. 5, 2022

      Antlers RV Park and Campground

      Nice place!

      Nice place, kid friendly and for the most part very clean. I say that only because it was 4th of July weekend and there was a dirty bunch around us. But even with that the park crew was great and did the best to keep things up as much as they could. They do enforce quiet time which is great and they have a little store/burger spot which is very convenient next to the pool area. Very friendly and helpful staff. They’ll also deliver wood to your camp site.

    • Robert W.
      Camper-submitted photo from Shasta Lake RV Resort
      Jun. 22, 2022

      Shasta Lake RV Resort

      No shade

      My wife and I planned to camp here with other family; however we packed up just after setting up and made reservations elsewhere. The camp sites have limited shade so if you like baking in heat then disregard this review. The pool was closed for the year. They soad it was because of water rations, so I'll give them a pass on that. The "general store" was empty of anything you would want to buy, but there was plenty of pool floaties. We were disappointed.

    • Jason D.
      Camper-submitted photo from Old Lewiston Bridge RV Resort
      Jun. 20, 2022

      Old Lewiston Bridge RV Resort

      Hidden gem

      We were looking for.a place to camp near Redding, our home town. This campground is about 30 mins from Redding. It was an easy tow on rural but well maintained roads all the way to the campground. Easy tow for my 25.5 foot travel trailer and 2019 Chevy taho .

      The store is well supplied with camping and fishing needs. The park has lots of trees for shade and the spaces are wide. Wider than any other places we have stayed . The spots are grassed, all clean and well maintained. Everyone there was very nice and will happily give you fishing advice, if you ask.

      Our dogs loved the area down below, we would take them off leash and let them do dog-things.

      Just around the corner from the campground ( walking distance) is access to the river. The whole family enjoyed dipping in when it’s warm outside

      We will be back

    • Stephanie W.
      Camper-submitted photo from Manzanita Lake Campground — Lassen Volcanic National Park
      May. 31, 2022

      Manzanita Lake Campground — Lassen Volcanic National Park

      Good Campground

      Stopped here for a night before beginning of backpacking trip in Lassen. There were people in our spot when we arrived (we got there quite late), but they moved when we informed them we had another car coming. Bear box at D22 was broken. Good, flat ground for multiple tents. Unclear where drinking water was available. Individual working at shop was not very helpful.

    • M
      Camper-submitted photo from Mendocino National Forest Lake Red Bluff Recreation Area
      Mar. 21, 2022

      Mendocino National Forest Lake Red Bluff Recreation Area

      Great spot of passing through

      This is a great spot close, but not too close to the highway. About 5-7 drive off the highway right next to the Sacramento River. There were about 20-25 sites that need to be booked online. It was full when we went, but we were able to boondock in the fisherman’s boat loading area w/out issue.



    Guide to Cottonwood

    Camping near Cottonwood, California, offers a mix of beautiful landscapes and unique experiences. Whether you're looking for a peaceful retreat or an adventure-filled getaway, there are plenty of campgrounds to choose from.

    What to do:

    • Water sports: Enjoy activities like canoeing and paddleboarding at Beehive Point Shoreline Campground. One camper mentioned, "Great for water sports powered or canoes and paddle boards."
    • Hiking: Explore the trails around Volcanic Country Camping & RV. A visitor noted, "This is a quiet campground. Full hookups. Only 9 miles to Lassen Southwest entrance."
    • Fishing: Try your luck at catching fish in nearby lakes and rivers. A camper at Battle Creek Campground shared, "The Creek is a refreshing sight and good fishing if you like to fish."

    What campers like:

    • Scenic views: Campers rave about the beautiful surroundings. One review for Peltier Bridge Primitive Campground said, "The creek is super beautiful. It was really hot during the day... but site #9 is shady."
    • Quiet atmosphere: Many appreciate the peacefulness of the campgrounds. A visitor at Sycamore Grove (Red Bluff) Campground mentioned, "It is a nice campground for a one night stop... surprisingly quiet being so close."
    • Friendly staff: Campers often highlight the helpfulness of campground hosts. One camper at Mt. Lassen-Shingletown KOA said, "Amazing, friendly staff. Great amenities. Very well maintained."

    What you should know:

    • Limited amenities: Some campgrounds, like Beehive Point Shoreline Campground, lack basic facilities such as drinking water and showers. A camper warned, "The bees made this incredible location no longer worth it."
    • First-come, first-served: Many sites operate on a first-come, first-served basis. A visitor at Battle Creek Campground noted, "The sites are first come, first serve and it was $18/night."
    • Wildlife encounters: Be prepared for wildlife, especially bees and wasps. One camper at Beehive Point Shoreline Campground mentioned, "Woke up to the BIGGEST swarm of wasps circling our fireplace."

    Tips for camping with families:

    • Choose family-friendly campgrounds: Look for spots like Red Bluff KOA Journey that offer amenities for kids. A camper said, "The staff is very friendly and helpful... with a nice green grass area with a picnic table."
    • Plan for activities: Bring along games and outdoor gear to keep the kids entertained. One family at Mt. Lassen-Shingletown KOA enjoyed, "Lots of dogs and kids running around."
    • Pack snacks and drinks: Having food on hand can make family outings easier. A camper at Rolling Hills Casino Truck Lot mentioned, "Great facilities and friendly staff... right beside a casino."

    Tips from RVers:

    • Check for hookups: Make sure the campground has the necessary hookups for your RV. A visitor at Premier RV Resorts noted, "Very clean. The only negative was it appeared to be many long-term residents."
    • Look for easy access: Choose campgrounds with straightforward access to highways, like Rolling Hills Casino Truck Lot. One camper said, "Quick check-in. Great for overnight."
    • Be aware of noise: Some campgrounds may have noise from nearby roads or facilities. A camper at Sycamore Grove (Red Bluff) Campground mentioned, "The noise after 10 can be annoying but you have to go wake up the host to do something about it."

    Camping near Cottonwood, California, has something for everyone, from families to solo adventurers. Just be prepared for the unique quirks of each campground!

    Frequently Asked Questions

    • Which is the most popular cabin campsite near Cottonwood, CA?

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