Cottonwood Cove — Guernsey State Park

Anglers and hikers find access to Guernsey Reservoir's shoreline from this hike-in campground within Guernsey State Park. Cottonwood Cove requires campers to walk their gear to sites, though RVs up to 40 feet can access the area. The $10 fee covers basic amenities including picnic tables and campfire rings, with pets welcome on leash.

The state park manages reservations for this location, which sits near several other camping areas including Sandy Point — Guernsey State Park just northwest. Water activities and fishing draw most visitors to this section of the reservoir.

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All boat ramps are unavailable as the summer season has ended. Camping is now First come first serve only until May 15th. Arrive at the park, choose an available site, and pay all required fees at one of our self-pay stations. Electric works year-round. Electric Spots at Skyline, Sandy Beach, and Sandy Point Campground. Dump station and water systems are now closed and unavailable.

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Map & DirectionsCottonwood Cove is located in Wyoming near Hartville

Detail location of campground
Public Campground

Address

2187 Lake Side Drive
Guernsey, WY 82214

Coordinates

42.30698055 N
104.8106678 W

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Access

  • Hike-In
    Backcountry sites.

Features

For Campers

  • Picnic Table
  • Reservable
  • Pets
  • Fires

For Vehicles

  • Pull-Through Sites

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Frequently Asked Questions

Are fires allowed at Cottonwood Cove — Guernsey State Park?

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

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Some campers book as far as 6 months in advance, so on high-demand weekends it can be very difficult to get a campsite at Cottonwood Cove — Guernsey State Park. If you want to get a last-minute campsite at Cottonwood Cove — Guernsey State Park, try setting up a text message Alert atTheDyrt.com/alerts

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