Little Cottonwood Campground

Campground · Utah · 14 bookable sites ·

Managed by the USDA Forest Service

Fishlake National Forest (NF) · Open Access

14
Bookable sites
69 ft
Max rig length
up to 8
People per site
2
Accessible sites
6,449 ft
Elevation
LITTLE COTTONWOOD CAMPGROUND

Overview

The Little Cottonwood Campground is conveniently located off Utah's I-15, adjacent to the Beaver River just outside of the community of Beaver in the Fishlake National Forest. At 6,500 feet in elevation, this is a great place to enjoy the mountains where recreation opportunities include stream fishing, hiking, and hunting.

Recreation

Enjoy fishing in the Beaver River; an accessible fishing path is located within the campground. The Piute ATV Trail is nearby; however there is no access directly from the campground. Be prepared to trailer ATVs to the nearby trailheads for access.

Nearby Cottonwood Trail is a horse and foot trail that is accessed through the lower part of Cottonwood Campground. This rugged trail will lead southwest for about the first two miles and then takes a sharp turn to the east through Horse Flat.

Facilities

The campground has fourteen single-family campsites, two of which are accessible units available for reservation. All campsites are paved and have picnic tables and grills. An accessible restroom with flush toilets serves the campground. Potable water is available during the summer season. RVs up to 40 feet in length can be accommodated; no hook-ups are available.

Natural Features

Common vegetation includes cottonwood, aspen, pinion, juniper and ponderosa pine trees. A majority of campsites at Little Cottonwood are well-shaded.

The Fishlake National Forest offers spectacular vistas and opportunities to view wildlife in their natural habitat. Elk, deer, black bear, moose, cougar and mountain goats are some of the large animals that call the forest home.

The facts

  • Season: May – September — USDA Forest Service, Aug 24, 2026
  • 14 bookable sites
  • 2 accessible sites
  • Vehicles up to 69 ft
  • Up to 8 people per site
  • Loops: LITTLE COTTONWOOD CAMPGROUND

Site types

  • 14 Standard Nonelectric

Amenities

  • Campfires allowed
  • Fire pits
  • Picnic tables
  • Grills
  • Shade
  • Pets allowed
  • Water hookups
  • Sewer hookups

Not recorded upstream: electric hookups.

Book on Recreation.gov

14 campsites at Little Cottonwood Campground

Check-in 2:00 PM · Check-out 12:00 PM

SiteLoopTypeEntrySurfaceWaterMax rigPeople
01LITTLE COTTONWOOD CAMPGROUNDStandard NonelectricBack InGravelRiverfront30 ft8 🐾
02LITTLE COTTONWOOD CAMPGROUNDStandard NonelectricBack InGravelLakefront30 ft8 🐾
03LITTLE COTTONWOOD CAMPGROUNDStandard NonelectricBack InGravelLakefront30 ft8 🐾
04LITTLE COTTONWOOD CAMPGROUNDStandard NonelectricBack InPavedLakefront—8 🐾
05LITTLE COTTONWOOD CAMPGROUNDStandard NonelectricBack InGravel—45 ft8 🐾
06LITTLE COTTONWOOD CAMPGROUNDStandard NonelectricBack InPaved—55 ft8 🐾
07LITTLE COTTONWOOD CAMPGROUNDStandard NonelectricBack InPaved—40 ft8 🐾
08LITTLE COTTONWOOD CAMPGROUNDStandard NonelectricPull ThroughGravel—69 ft8♿ 🐾
09LITTLE COTTONWOOD CAMPGROUNDStandard NonelectricBack InPavedRiverfront49 ft8♿ 🐾
10LITTLE COTTONWOOD CAMPGROUNDStandard NonelectricBack InPavedRiverfront48 ft8 🐾
11LITTLE COTTONWOOD CAMPGROUNDStandard NonelectricBack InPavedRiverfront41 ft8 🐾
12LITTLE COTTONWOOD CAMPGROUNDStandard NonelectricBack InPavedRiverfront39 ft8 🐾
13LITTLE COTTONWOOD CAMPGROUNDStandard NonelectricBack InPavedRiverfront32 ft8 🐾
14LITTLE COTTONWOOD CAMPGROUNDStandard NonelectricBack InPavedRiverfront44 ft8 🐾

Getting there

Travel east of Beaver approximately 6 miles on SR 153.

38.25694, -112.54333 · 38°15'25.0"N 112°32'36.0"W

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Typical weather

Typically 80°F in Jul, down to 36°F in Dec.

JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDec
High °F374047536375807871584536
Low °F161723283645525144332416
Precip in1.91.82.12.21.90.82.01.61.31.71.31.7

1991–2020 averages from the nearest NOAA station, 3.4 mi away — not measured at the facility itself, and elevation can make a real difference over that distance.

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Common questions about Little Cottonwood Campground

Can you reserve a site at Little Cottonwood Campground?
Yes, Little Cottonwood Campground is reservable through Recreation.gov.
How many campsites does Little Cottonwood Campground have?
14 sites.
What is the maximum RV length at Little Cottonwood Campground?
69 ft. That is the longest vehicle the sites here are recorded as taking; individual sites may be shorter.
Are pets allowed at Little Cottonwood Campground?
Yes, pets are allowed at Little Cottonwood Campground.
Does Little Cottonwood Campground have hookups?
No hookups are recorded here.
Are campfires allowed at Little Cottonwood Campground?
Campfires are allowed at Little Cottonwood Campground. Check for a current fire restriction before you go.

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Little Cottonwood Campground also appears in other federal recreation data. Facts below are matched by name and location, not confirmed by Little Cottonwood Campground's operator.

USDA Forest Service — data as of Aug 24, 2026

  • Go to Little Cottonwood Campground on rec.gov for details and reservations. Elevation is 6,500 feet. Potable water is available during the season. Flush toilets. Dogs must be on a leash. No OHVs. Please Note: All campgrounds on the Fishlake National Forest are managed by High Country Recreation unde

Restrictions:

  • Open to all street legal vehicles including street legal ATV/UTV for ingress and egress only. Pets must be on a leash. Camp fires are limited to fire rings in the camp sites. 16 day limit.

USDA Forest Service's own page

Camping near Little Cottonwood Campground

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Recreation.gov last updated this record on 2026-02-25.

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