Established Camping

Cottonwood Lake State Rec Area

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Cottonwood Lake State Rec Area near Merriman, NE, features flat terrain with grasslands and a lake. Temperatures range from lows of 10°F in winter to highs of 90°F in summer. Visitors can explore the nearby Valentine National Wildlife Refuge and enjoy fishing or birdwatching.

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Location

Cottonwood Lake State Rec Area is located in Nebraska

Directions

From town: Go 1 mi E on US-20.

Coordinates

42.91600064 N
101.67700067 W

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Access

Drive-In
Park next to your site

Stay Connected

WiFi
Good
Verizon
Unknown
AT&T
Unknown
T-Mobile
Unknown

Site Types

Tent Sites
RV Sites
Standard (Tent/RV)
Group

Features

For Campers

ADA Access
Trash
Picnic Table
Phone Service
Drinking Water
Toilets
Alcohol
Pets
Fires

Contact

General Info

Drive Time

2 hrs 12 min from Rapid City
3 hrs 52 min from Cheyenne
4 hrs 9 min from Grand Island
4 hrs 42 min from Greeley

Carl S.

Traveler

Reviewed Jun. 28, 2020

Nice bird watching

Small primitive site with nice camping choices peaceful and clean . Great bird life here w views of Sandhills .

C A.

Scout

Reviewed Jun. 20, 2019

Nice primitive camp sites with toilet vaults and hydrants on site

We have camped here for years...it’s a small camp ground but it has low traffic so makes for a nice place to go to and relax and do some fishing.

Frequently Asked Questions

Are fires allowed at Cottonwood Lake State Rec Area?

Yes, according to campers on TheDyrt.com, fires are allowed at Cottonwood Lake State Rec Area, although make sure to check current fire restrictions in the area.

Does Cottonwood Lake State Rec Area have wifi?

No, according to campers on TheDyrt.com, Cottonwood Lake State Rec Area does not have wifi.

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