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Cottonwood Campground (Fremont-Winema National Forest)
FSU.S. Forest Service — Lakeview · Oregon · Fremont-Winema National Forest
| Agency | FSU.S. Forest Service |
|---|---|
| Area | Fremont-Winema National Forest |
| Location | Lakeview · Oregon · Fremont-Winema National Forest |
| Sites | 18 public sites counted from the federal listing — 18 standard nonelectric |
| Getting a site | Reservable — the federal listing marks this campground as taking reservations. Some sites or seasons may still be first-come; the listing’s own words are below. |
| Hookups | Electric at 0 of 18 sites Water hookups at 0 of 18 sites Sewer hookups at 0 of 18 sites Full hookups (all three at one site) at 0 of 18 sites Counted site by site from affirmative reports in the federal record. A site with no report is not counted either way. |
| Max RV length | Not reported in the federal data |
| Months open | Not in federal data — the federal listing does not publish a season for this campground. Check the official description below or Recreation.gov. |
| Fees | Camping: $6/Night for single unit, $2/Night for extra vehicle. Payments can be made with cash or check (make checks out to USDA Forest Service) and deposited in the fee tube using provided envelope, or scan the QR code to pay by phone. Day Use: No Fee. |
| Pets | Allowed at 18 sites, as reported |
| Phone | Lakeview Ranger District (541)-947-3334 |
Check availability & book on Recreation.gov →
This site takes no reservations and shows no live availability. Source: Recreation.gov (RIDB export pulled November 5, 2026); this listing was last updated in the federal record on 2026-10-16.
From the official listing
Overview The Cottonwood Recreation Area, located 45 minutes northwest of Lakeview, Oregon, is one of the busiest campgrounds in the southeast zone of the Fremont-Winema National Forest. Western white pine and white fir offer shade, and aspens turn gold every autumn. Abundant deer and even the occasional black bear can be sighted strolling through the campground. It is essential to pack all food away in vehicles, or hang it high.
This campground features 18 campsites, 6 vault toilets, and potable water during the season. Each campground has a picnic table and campfire ring.
Additionally, there are 4 walk-in, tent only sites and 1 horse camp site. The horse camp includes its own corral and water area, as well as a trailer turn-around. This high-elevation camp is generally free of snow mid-June through mid-October.
Cottonwood Meadows Lake is stocked with rainbow and brook trout, offering excellent fishing opportunity. There are 2 day-use areas and a boat launch on the north side of the lake. Only non-motorized and electric boat motors are allowed. Other recreation opportunities include hiking, mountain biking, and exploring.
Recreation Recreational activities include hunting, fishing, hiking, horse-back trail riding, picnicking, mountain biking, and nature viewing.
Facilities 3 vault toilets and 4 pit toilets scattered around the lake at different campsite locations, a boat ramp launch with parking area, recreational trailhead, and horse corrals.
Natural Features Cottonwood Meadows Lake and surrounding Fremont-Winema National Forest.
Nearby Attractions Close to Gearhart Wilderness Area and the greater Fishhole Lake Recreation Areas.
Directions, from the listing
Cottonwood Campground is located 45 minutes northwest of Lakeview, Oregon.
From Lakeview, Oregon, travel west on Oregon Highway 140 towards Bly, Oregon. Follow HWY 140, then turn right on Forest Service (FS) Road 3870. Continue north on FS Road 3870, then follow signs to the campground.
Trip Card — Cottonwood Campground (Fremont-Winema National Forest)
Lakeview · Oregon · Fremont-Winema National Forest
| Agency | FS · U.S. Forest Service |
|---|---|
| Location | Lakeview · Oregon · Fremont-Winema National Forest |
| Fees | Camping: $6/Night for single unit, $2/Night for extra vehicle. Payments can be made with cash or check (make checks out to USDA Forest Service) and deposited in the fee tube usin… |
| Getting a site | Reservable |
| Hookups | None reported |
| Max RV | Not reported |
| Months open | Not in federal data |
| Sites | 18 sites |
Book: recreation.gov/camping/campgrounds/10382389 · Source: Recreation.gov, pulled November 5, 2026. Facility details come from federal recreation data and may be out of date — this site takes no reservations and shows no live availability; confirm details and book through Recreation.gov or the managing agency.