Campsite AtlasCottonwood Campground (Fremont-Winema National Forest)
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.
Campsites
| Standard, no hookups | 18 |
| Host/management | 1 |
| Total | 19 |
Amenities & rules
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.
Compiled from site-level records; individual sites vary. Confirm on Recreation.gov or with the managing office.
Getting there
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.
Data source: Recreation.gov RIDB, retrieved August 30, 2026. The Campsite Atlas is an independent publication and is not affiliated with or endorsed by the Recreation.gov or any federal agency. Always confirm critical details on the official Recreation.gov page before you travel.