Cottonwood Camp- Big Bend National Park | Established Campground

April 3rd, 2024 by Vsgfoster

Primitive NPS campground next to Rio Grande. Very quiet, large sites. Pit toilets, filtered drinking water spigot at entrance, several non-potable spigots throughout campground.

April 2nd, 2024 by Vsgfoster

Primitive NPS campground next to Rio Grande. Very quiet, large sites. Pit toilets, filtered drinking water spigot at entrance, several non-potable spigots throughout campground.

January 7th, 2024 by janed9640

Very nice campground with clean toilets and grassy areas. Non-potable water is broken today. Our 24+ camper fits fine on site 12. There are a few big trailers today.

December 4th, 2023 by herve-lucas

Nice campground with beautiful view. no shower, no électricité but for 16$ and 8 with senior pass. it à a Nice place to spend one or more night, especialy if you want to be in nature and quiet

April 4th, 2023 by Laurie

Great little campsite! It’s $16 per night and must be reserved in advance on recreation.gov. Plenty of bathrooms, trash, and non potable water. We didn’t stay long enough to see if there was potable water anywhere. The cottonwoods rustling are amazing! I would definitely recommend it.

February 19th, 2023 by deargdoo

quite camp grounds close to the Same Elana Canyon and Rio Grande River. Fee campsite, no generators allowed. dry camp spots with potable and non-potable water spigots in the campground. several pit toilets. Zero T-Mobile in my camper 1 bar LTE if I walked around.

January 28th, 2023 by ras32758

The campground does require reservations at rec.gov. There is potable water available to fill water containers. RV tanks cannot be filled. there is non potable water for washing dishes and hands etc. Quiet and peaceful, no generators or idling of vehicles to charge batteries. many sites have shade that would limit solar panels.

January 17th, 2022 by mrudoma

Flat level spaces with plenty of trees for shade, not much privacy between sites, pit toilets

December 11th, 2021 by howmuch4ribs

Nice campground with big trees, peaceful and quiet. Had 1-2 bars Verizon at times, but very spotty.

November 1st, 2021 by dkruis27

This is a great location to stay to explore the desert trails. It is more primitive and smaller than the other 2 in the park. Sites are all within a loop, but everyone was quiet & respectful. Potable & non-potable water available along with clean vault toilets. Saw several roadrunners here along with an owl.

April 22nd, 2021 by r8yQqy6zELKsPFAdabwv

The NP Campground located on the Southwestern end of Big Bend NP. About 20 sites situated among large cottonwood trees providing nice shade. Reservation required and zero cell service. No generators allowed even though there is no electricity (which is nice!).

March 3rd, 2021 by bigyearcoffee.com

Lovely quiet Oasis in the desert. Short distance to Santa Elena canyon water access and other Big Bend hiking trails. There is one drinking water spigot but the pressure and hookup make it impossible to fill anything more than a few water bottles. Non potable water is available at multiple spigots through the campground. Very clean pit toilets.

Reservations are currently required due to covid at recreation.gov.

January 21st, 2021 by skipwatson1951

as reported by others, except no first come first serve any more. must make reservations. $16, $8 with senior pass. no generators, no camp fires, no hookups, no dump station. 10°-20° F warmer than campgrounds in the higher elevations. probably brutally hot in the summer, but great in mid Jan.

March 13th, 2020 by functionalvan

Small campground on unpaved dusty road. Pit toilets and non-potable water on both ends of the campground. Filter water at the entrance just past the cattle guard. It was hot with alot of small flying bugs during most part of the day. Only 8 miles from Sanat Elana canyon and other hikes in the area. Usually at least 10-15 degrees hotter than the basin. $16 per night unless you have a senior or access pass.

February 13th, 2020 by sunnyerna

quiet spot near the river. Fee is now $16. Campground was full when we arrived at 4 pm, but host said to come back when it was dark so we were able to park at "the day-use" area - for the same fee. Great solution!

February 8th, 2020 by Brennan

Beautiful campground. Clean restrooms, no potable water or cell service. Cost was $16, self register at campground entrance. Beautiful sunrise and sunset, saw a coyote chasing a rabbit and 9 javelinas. Dogs must stay on a leash.

November 16th, 2019 by croodstrotters.wordpress.com

Hello
It's the second place where you can park your motorhome for the night if you're are more rhan 24"
Not sure it's ok for realy big rig but with 26" it's ok.
No dump station here, onlt restroom.

July 27th, 2019 by jacuzie

super camp spot no one here clean and shady cooling breeze 8mi from Santa Elena canyon well worth being here!

March 10th, 2019 by digginducky

Not great for bigger units unless you are skilled at parking it. Quiet, friendly, monitored close, no generators allowed at all. Watch for bird fanatics all over, including in your camp for the perfect shot. Great access to many trails from here. You can not take dogs with you on the trails.

April 30th, 2018 by marilynlongden

Gorgeous. Saw gravelinas & hare +. beautiful sunset. $14 p n.

March 17th, 2018 by dreamtime.gallery

First come first serve campground. We catched the last spot at 2.30pm in spring break. Very lucky because all the campgrounds are full.
Very clean pit toilets and a super friendly host lady.
14.- per night.
There is a white little house by the entrance where you can find drinking water.

January 21st, 2018 by jennifer.vialette

Currently closed for the season (winter 2018) due to conservation efforts.

March 19th, 2016 by autempspournous.com

Ombragé, emplacements spacieux. Toilettes, eau, tables, 14 $. Pas de réseau téléphonique

February 22nd, 2015 by It's not a slow car, it's a fast house

Grassy camping area with some shade. No reservations taken, but not as popular due to limited services. No cell service. No water. No power. Beautiful views and great trees. An oasis in the desert, walking distance to the Rio Grande.