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Established Camping

Cottonwood Site

Cottonwood Site is located on varied terrain near elevations offering diverse landscapes. Temperatures can range from lows in the 30s Fahrenheit during cooler months to highs in the 80s Fahrenheit in warmer seasons. Nearby attractions include the Flat Tops Wilderness Area and the White River National Forest, providing opportunities for hiking and wildlife observation.

Description

Bureau of Land Management

Cottonwood Island is located on the Colorado River and has a boat ramp and picnic site. Construction to improve site includes new vault toilet and loop road for boat ramp will be completed June 2018. Camping is allowed on the island but not at the parking area, picnic sites or the boat ramp. For more Information, please contact the Colorado River Field Office.

Fee Info

No Fee

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Location

Cottonwood Site is located in Colorado

Directions

Take the Dotsero exit off I-70 (exit 133). Head north on the Colorado River Road for 5.9 miles to the Cottonwood Recreation Site, which is on the right.