County-managed Cottingham Park Campground sits 9 miles north of Staples, Minnesota, offering both drive-in and boat-in access options. The rough access road requires careful navigation, particularly for larger RVs or trailers. Campers find established sites with picnic tables, fire rings, and complimentary firewood for evening campfires.
The campground provides basic amenities including restrooms and trash service, while allowing pets and alcohol on the property. Cell service reaches the area, keeping campers connected when needed. For additional camping choices in the region, visitors can explore campgrounds near Staples. The boat-in access appeals to paddlers seeking a different arrival experience.
Description
Cottingham is a very popular park for picnicking and swimming. It is part of a 56-acre property owned by Wadena County with trails for walking. A through trail from Cottingham Park to Bullard’s Bluff Park provides approximately 2.5 miles of nature walking, horseback riding, ATV riding, and hiking. Cottingham is also unique in that it has campsites available for accommodating horse enthusiasts.
RV Road Trip Guides
Map & DirectionsCottingham Park Campground is located in Minnesota near Staples
Address
25701 Co Rd 7
Staples, MN
Coordinates
46.50202060306803 N
94.80706400723935 W
Connectivity
T-MobileNo Coverage- VerizonNo Coverage
AT&TLTESome Coverage
Connectivity
- T-MobileNo Coverage
- VerizonNo Coverage
- AT&TLTESome Coverage
Access
- Drive-InPark next to your site
- Boat-InSites accessible by watercraft.
Site Types
- Tent Sites
- RV Sites
- Standard (Tent/RV)
Features
For Campers
- Trash
- Picnic Table
- Phone Service
- Toilets
- Alcohol
- Pets
- Fires
Drive Time
- 1 hr 37 min from St. Cloud, MN
- 1 hr 54 min from Fargo, ND
- 2 hrs 29 min from Minneapolis, MN
- 2 hrs 43 min from Duluth, MN
