Cottonwood Campground
Backcountry Trails and Use Areas (via site)
Key facts
At-a-glance details for Cottonwood Campground, from its official website.
Booking & season
Facilities & details
Amenities and on-site features reported for Cottonwood Campground.
Know before you go
Practical things to prepare for a trip to Cottonwood Campground.
- This is a backcountry site — you'll need to carry in your gear and water.
Location
Where Cottonwood Campground sits on the map and how to get there.
What’s nearby
Shops, drinking water, fuel and attractions within reach of the site.
🏞️ Attractions
The Bright Angel Point Trail is a hiking trail located on the North Rim of the Grand Canyon National Park, located in the U.S. state of Arizona.
Landform in the Grand Canyon, Arizona
Landform in the Grand Canyon, Arizona
The North Kaibab Trail is a hiking trail in the North Rim side of the Grand Canyon, in Grand Canyon National Park, located in the U.S. state of Arizona.
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The Bright Angel Point Trail is a hiking trail located on the North Rim of the Grand Canyon National Park, located in the U.S. state of Arizona.
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La Cottonwood Ranger Station – ou Cottonwood Campground Ranger Station – est une station de rangers dans le comté de Coconino, en Arizona, dans le sud-ouest des États-Unis. Située sur les bords de la Bright Angel Creek à l'intérieur du Grand Canyon, au sein du parc national du Grand Canyon, elle est opérée par le National Park Service. La principale structure d'un terrain de camping desservi par l
The North Kaibab Trail is a hiking trail in the North Rim side of the Grand Canyon, in Grand Canyon National Park, located in the U.S. state of Arizona.
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Bright Angel Creek is a creek located at the bottom of the Grand Canyon National Park flowing into the Colorado River at the end of the North Kaibab Trail on the north side of the river. The creek originates from Roaring Springs that emerge from a cliff along the North Kaibab Trail and drains to the Colorado. The North Kaibab Trail largely follows the creek, including through "the Box," a narrow
🛒 Amenities & services
🛒 Groceries
- North Rim General Store
⛽ Fuel
Sinclair
🚰 Drinking water
- Drinking water
- Drinking Water (Seasonal)
🚻 Toilets & showers
- Cottonwood Campground Restroom
- Manzanita Restroom
- Public toilets
Weather
Current conditions and the forecast to help you plan your trip.
Best time to visit
Typical monthly temperature and rainfall at Cottonwood Campground.
Good to know
Quick answers to common questions about Cottonwood Campground.
Do I need to book ahead for Cottonwood Campground?
No — it's first-come, first-served.
Can I bring an RV or caravan to Cottonwood Campground?
No, caravans and RVs aren't permitted here.
Can I pitch a tent at Cottonwood Campground?
Yes, tent camping is allowed.
Is there drinking water at Cottonwood Campground?
Yes, drinking water is available.
Are there toilets at Cottonwood Campground?
Yes, toilets are available on site.
Are showers available at Cottonwood Campground?
No, showers are not available.
Is there WiFi at Cottonwood Campground?
No, there's no internet access on site.
Is there an RV dump station at Cottonwood Campground?
No dump station is available.
Who runs Cottonwood Campground?
Cottonwood Campground is operated by National Park Service.
When is Cottonwood Campground open?
Cottonwood Campground is open year-round.
Reviews
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Other campgrounds nearby
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- Cottonwood Campground
- North Rim Campground
- Clear Creek Camp
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- Havasupai Gardens Campground · National Park Service
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