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Cottonwood Pit

CAMPER SUMMARY PRESENTED BYFord

Cottonwood Pit near Wheeler, Oregon, is surrounded by rolling hills and open landscapes. Temperatures range from lows in the 30s Fahrenheit during winter to highs in the 80s in summer. Visitors can explore the John Day Fossil Beds National Monument and the Painted Hills, both offering unique geological features and hiking opportunities.

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Location

Cottonwood Pit is located in Oregon

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Directions

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 6 miles. Turn left onto Forest Service Road 4274 and then take the 080 spur until you run into Cottonwood Pit Campground.

Coordinates

44.36800058 N
119.87100082 W

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Access

  • Drive-In
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Connectivity

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    Some Coverage
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    Some Coverage

Site Types

  • Tent Sites
  • RV Sites
  • Standard (Tent/RV)

Features

For Campers

  • Picnic Table
  • Drinking Water
  • Toilets
  • Alcohol
  • Pets

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Reviewed Jul. 6, 2017

Sooo many stars

If you want to sleep in a canyon under a brilliant blanket of stars, this is the place for you. The campground is well kept and the out and back trail ( I think about 8 miles altogether ) is lovely.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Does Cottonwood Pit have wifi?

No, according to campers on TheDyrt.com, Cottonwood Pit does not have wifi.

Is there cell phone reception at Cottonwood Pit?

According to campers on TheDyrt.com, there is some coverage for AT&T, no coverage for T-Mobile, and some coverage for Verizon.