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Cottonwood Campground

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Cottonwood Campground near Dayville, Oregon, is situated in a region characterized by rolling hills and open landscapes. Temperatures can range from lows in the 30s Fahrenheit during winter to highs in the 90s during summer. Nearby attractions include the John Day Fossil Beds National Monument, offering unique geological formations and fossil exhibits.

Description

National Forest

This campground has 7 established campsites, each which can accommodate tent camping and most which can also support RV camping.

The majority of the campsites in this facility can accommodate larger recreational vehicles; however, this campground does not offer hook-ups of any kind, so RV campers should be self-contained.

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Location

Cottonwood Campground is located in Oregon

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Directions

From Prineville, Oregon (1): Travel on Highway 26 going east for 47 miles to Mitchell, Oregon. Continue east on Highway 26 for 13 miles to Forest Service Road 12, then go south on Forest Service Road 12 for 14 miles. Turn left onto Forest Service Road 200 and continue to Cottonwood Campground. From Prineville, Oregon (2): Travel on Highway 26 going east for 16 miles to Forest Service Road 42. Travel east on Forest Service Road 42 for 32 miles to Forest Service Road 4270. Follow Forest Service Road 4270 northeast for 9 miles to Forest Service Road 12. Turn left and head north on Forest Service Road 12 for 4 more miles, then turn right on to Forest Service Road 200 and continue to the campground. From Paulina, Oregon: Travel on County Road 112 going east for 3.5 miles, then travel north on Beaver Creek Road (County 113) for 8 miles to Forest Service Road 42. Take Forest Service Road 42 north for another 8 miles to Forest Service Road 12, then go north on Forest Service Road 12 for 7 miles. Turn right onto Forest Service Road 200 and continue to the campground. From John Day, Oregon: Travel on Highway 26 going west for 31 miles to Dayville, Oregon. Continue west on Highway 26 for 25 miles to Forest Service Road 12, and go south on Forest Service Road 12 for 14 miles to Forest Service Road 200. Turn left and continue to the campground.

Coordinates

44.39216432 N
119.85391236 W

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Access

  • Drive-In
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  • WiFi
    Unknown
  • Verizon
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  • AT&T
    Fair
  • T-Mobile
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Site Types

  • Tent Sites
  • Group

Features

For Campers

  • Picnic Table
  • Toilets
  • Alcohol
  • Pets
  • Fires

FREE established camping

Enjoy camping on government land. Limited or no services at this camping area.


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Reviewed Oct. 30, 2020

Rustic Campground in the Ochoco National Forest

This is a hidden gem in the Ochoco National forest.  It is pretty rustic with no water but does have 1 pit toilet that was clean but not stocked.  It is a first come, first serve and is free.  I was the only person in the campground which was so nice.  There is no trash so it's pack in pack out.  Which I will say a lot of people were not doing so I walked around and picked up a huge bag of garbage especially out of the fire pits.

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  • Review photo of Cottonwood Campground by Ashley B., October 30, 2020
  • Review photo of Cottonwood Campground by Ashley B., October 30, 2020
  • Review photo of Cottonwood Campground by Ashley B., October 30, 2020
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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the elevation of Cottonwood Campground?

    Cottonwood Campground is located at 5741 feet.

  • Are fires allowed at Cottonwood Campground?

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