Cottonwood Canyon Campground
Campground · 10 bookable sites ·
Managed by the Bureau of Land Management
- 10
- Bookable sites
Overview
This campground is one of two campgrounds located within the New Joe's bouldering area. This is a world famous bouldering area and is a major draw for the local communities. There are an abundance of activities to participate in nearby. This campground is located west of the San Rafael Swell and east of the Manti-La Sal National Forest. It is centrally located and provides ample opportunities for outdoor recreation.
Recreation
The Joe’s Valley Bouldering area offers world class bouldering opportunities with over 188 bouldering sites and 9.7 miles of social trails in the area. To the west continuing up the main road is Joe's Valley Reservoir located in the National Forest, and to the east is the San Rafael Swell. Experiences in the Swell include rock climbing, canyoneering, red rock arches, and other formations. The National Forest offers fishing and winter sports inlcuding backcountry skiing and snowmobiling. Both provide offroad experiences with varying trails for UTVs/ATVs that lead to different destinations like vistas or historical sites.
Contact Info
For facility specific information, please call (435) 636-3600.The facts
- 10 bookable sites
- Loops: Cottonwood
Site types
- 10 Standard Nonelectric
10 campsites at Cottonwood Canyon Campground
| Site | Loop | Type | Entry | Surface | Grade | Max rig | People | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Site 01 | Cottonwood | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Gravel | Slight | — | — | |
| Site 02 | Cottonwood | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Gravel | Slight | — | — | |
| Site 03 | Cottonwood | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Gravel | Slight | — | — | |
| Site 04 | Cottonwood | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Gravel | Slight | — | — | |
| Site 05 | Cottonwood | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Gravel | Slight | — | — | |
| Site 06 | Cottonwood | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Gravel | Slight | — | — | |
| Site 07 | Cottonwood | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Gravel | Slight | — | — | |
| Site 08 | Cottonwood | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Gravel | Slight | — | — | |
| Site 09 | Cottonwood | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Gravel | Slight | — | — | |
| Site 10 | Cottonwood | Standard Nonelectric | Parallel | Gravel | Slight | — | — |
Fees and stay limits
This facility is first come first serve and accepts cash and check using the fee tube at the information kiosk as well as Scan & Pay to allow for credit card use. The fee is $15 per night per individual site.
From Recreation.gov, which is not always current. The operator's own page is the authority on what you will be charged.
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Common questions about Cottonwood Canyon Campground
- Can you reserve a site at Cottonwood Canyon Campground?
- Yes, Cottonwood Canyon Campground is reservable through Recreation.gov.
- How many campsites does Cottonwood Canyon Campground have?
- 10 sites.
Contact
- Email blm_ut_pr_mail@blm.gov
- Book Recreation.gov
Recreation.gov last updated this record on 2026-02-25.
Facility information and photographs from Recreation.gov (RIDB). SpotOpened is not affiliated with Recreation.gov or any federal agency.
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