Cottonwood Forest Camp

📌 Boise Area 📍 43.634006,-115.824736 ⛰ 3,260 ft

Cottonwood Forest Camp is situated along Cottonwood Creek 2 miles from Cottonwood Ranger Station. We had a hard time finding this campground and actually had to stop and ask someone for directions at Irish Point. It is a mile or so past Irish Point and the road turns off to the left. The only marking was a mailbox marked "Cottonwood Station". After traveling almost 2 miles on this road, there was another unmarked turn that we missed the first time around. The sign says "Trailer Traffic not Advised". The area itself is pretty, and the 3 sites in this campground are nice, but here is a little warning: it is the perfect party haven. We were kept up until 3 a.m. with loud music.

Amenities

Campsites

There are 3 sites that include tables, fire pits and barbecue grills. Trailers are not advised at this campground.

Water

There is no drinking water at Cottonwood Campground.

Restroom

There is a nice newer vault style outhouse at this campground.

Electricity

Firewood

Pets

Pets should be on a leash, however that was not the case when we were there.

Picnic Area

Handicap Access

Only the outhouse

RV Dump Site

Phone Service

No phone service and no cell reception.

Garbage Services

Recreation

Fishing

There is fishing in Cottonwood creek but there is a lot brush to deal with. There is also fishing at Arrowrock Reservoir 2 miles.

Boating

There is no boat access at this campground.

Swimming

This creek is too large for children to play in early in the season.

Recreation

Fishing in the area, hunting and four wheeling. It was well off the road.

Wildlife

There are deer and elk in the area.

Fees & Reservations

Fee Schedule

This is a no fee campground.

Reservations

First come first serve.

Fees & Res.

First come first serve. This is a no fee campground. This information is valid as of February 2025.

Getting There

On Road 268 it is 14.5 mi from Hwy 21. The Cottonwood Creek Rd. is a sharp left and the only marking is a mailbox that says, "Cottonwood Station". Turn at the first left about 1.7 miles which leads to Cottonwood Forest Camp.

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