Cottonwood Campground (ND)
Medora, North Dakota · 2,254 ft · In Theodore Roosevelt National Park
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At a glance
7 of 8 facts known · recreation.gov, checked Sep 24, 2026
- Elevation
- 2,254 ft (687 m)2,254 ft687 m
Loops2
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From recreation.gov's site list, Oct 10, 2026: 2 staff entries left out. Loop names are trimmed and merged.
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Also in the park: 3 group areas
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About
Overview
For people visiting the South Unit of Theodore Roosevelt National Park, Cottonwood Campground is a great place to stay. Located five miles (8 km) from the entrance to the South Unit of the park, the campground is open year-round. To make a reservation for the group site please visit this the Cottonwood Group Site (ND ) page.
Recreation
Hikers can access the estimated 70 miles (21 km) of trails within a short distance of the campground. Visit the Hiking and Trail Information page on the park website or stop at a Visitor Center for more details. Located immediately adjacent to the Little Missouri River and filled with Cottonwood trees bird watching in the campground can be a rewarding experience. Watch for Bison that can be seen traveling through the campground on their way to a stop at the river. Just a few miles from the campground is the Peaceful Valley Ranch. A former ranch from Theodore Roosevelt's time, the location also serves as one of the best sites in the park for outstanding night sky viewing.
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Cell service at Cottonwood Campground (ND): FCC map Dec 2025
Weather
National Weather Service
- TuePatchy Fog then Partly Sunny, 3% chance of rain53°29°
- WedSunny61°35°
- ThuSunny59°27°
- FriSunny65°38°
- SatSunny77°44°
Nearby camping
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Scoria Pit Camping Area
Dispersed · 2.7 mi · Medora
3 more within 25 mi
Dispersed camping nearby
Free dispersed camping within 19 mi, on public land.
Location and contact
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