Unforgettable dry camping experience Most recent stay 4-28-16 [I’m late on writing my review] ~ We camp in a "Tear Drop” style RV only 15' long w/o toilet or shower ~ plus we like to eat outdoors using the picnic table and set up our dining canopy for sun and weather protection and thus rely on condition of campgrounds facilities and being nearby our site ~ so our critique is focused in that area. However – this is a National Campground w/o the amenities of other private or some state campgrounds ~ BUT they do have a water fill / dump station on site and restroom with flush toilets and sinks [no hot water no electricity] that being said we still loved the true “camping” experience. Ran on battery power and propane for cooking and frig. Excellent large site with asphalt pad, sturdy picnic table, water spigot 50’ away and roomy site with green-way between and not close or tight against any of neighbor sites. Had plenty of room for our dinning fly shelter ~ could have added a tent even with our rv - campground is located at most southern end of park ~ 1st come 1st served and we had no problem selecting site ~ take 45 min to drive through park to reach other “attractions” and campgrounds of the most popular “northern” end. Lot’s of pull out and points of interest along the way, you won’t miss a thing. About a 15-degree temp change difference between south and north – warmer on the south end. Best to camp during spring or fall – summertime it can get very hot. Pitch black at night – you’ll be amazed at how many stars you can see – absolutely a sight to behold. The peace the absolute quiet was incredible.
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Cottonwood Campground offers a well-maintained, low-light desert camping experience with roomy sites and clear views for stargazing. Multiple visitors praise clean, flush restrooms and on-site potable water spigots; some note restrooms lack interior lighting. Sites accommodate tents and small RVs (parking for two cars or one RV reported), with soft sand tent pads, picnic tables and fire rings. Cell service is limited and an emergency phone is available according to accounts. A number of summer reports mention heavy insect activity in July. Overall, reviewers find it a quiet, convenient base for exploring the park with trade-offs typical of desert campgrounds.
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