Cottonwood Canyon Campground
This campground is one of two campgrounds located within the New Joe's bouldering area. This is a world famous bouldering area and is a major draw for the local communities. There are an abundance of activities to participate in nearby. This campground is located west of the San Rafael Swell and east of the Manti-La Sal National Forest. It is centrally located and provides ample opportunities for outdoor recreation.
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Site mix
| Standard, no hookups | 10 |
Site guide
10 sites. Tap a filter to narrow the list; the map follows.
| Site | Entry | Fits, ft | Surface |
|---|---|---|---|
| Site 01 | Back-in | 30 | Gravel |
| Site 02 | Back-in | 30 | Gravel |
| Site 03 | Back-in | 25 | Gravel |
| Site 04 | Back-in | 25 | Gravel |
| Site 05 | Back-in | 30 | Gravel |
| Site 06 | Back-in | 15 | Gravel |
| Site 07 | Back-in | 15 | Gravel |
| Site 08 | Back-in | 20 | Gravel |
| Site 09 | Back-in | 25 | Gravel |
| Site 10 | 25 | Gravel |
Per-site records as published by the managing agency on Recreation.gov. Blank cells mean the agency listed nothing for that site.
Amenities & rules
| Fees | This facility is first come first serve and accepts cash and check using the fee tube at the information kiosk as well as Scan & Pay to allow for credit card use. The fee is $15 per night per individual site. |
Individual sites vary. Confirm on Recreation.gov or with the managing office.
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Getting there
| Area | Recreation.gov lists no exact point for this campground. The recreation area is at 39.60° N, 110.82° W. Call the office before you drive. |
Fire nearby
- WildfireSlough Canyon
50 mi from the campground · 4,774 acres · 80% contained
Distance is to the reported incident point, not the fire edge. Call the managing office before you drive.
Explore
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Recreation
The Joe’s Valley Bouldering area offers world class bouldering opportunities with over 188 bouldering sites and 9.7 miles of social trails in the area. To the west continuing up the main road is Joe's Valley Reservoir located in the National Forest, and to the east is the San Rafael Swell. Experiences in the Swell include rock climbing, canyoneering, red rock arches, and other formations. The National Forest offers fishing and winter sports inlcuding backcountry skiing and snowmobiling. Both provide offroad experiences with varying trails for UTVs/ATVs that lead to different destinations like vistas or historical sites.
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Questions people ask
Do I need a reservation at Cottonwood Canyon Campground?
Sites at Cottonwood Canyon Campground are reservable on Recreation.gov. Any walk-up sites are listed on the booking page.
Source: Recreation.gov
How much does it cost to camp at Cottonwood Canyon Campground?
This facility is first come first serve and accepts cash and check using the fee tube at the information kiosk as well as Scan & Pay to allow for credit card use. The fee is $15 per night per individual site.
Source: Recreation.gov
How many sites does Cottonwood Canyon Campground have?
10 sites, including 10 standard sites without power.
Source: Recreation.gov
What is there to do at Cottonwood Canyon Campground?
The Joe’s Valley Bouldering area offers world class bouldering opportunities with over 188 bouldering sites and 9.7 miles of social trails in the area. The Recreation section on this page has the rest.
Source: Recreation