Cottonwood Canyon Campground

BLM Bureau of Land Management · Primitive

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Conditions

Road Access Gravel
Driveway Surface Gravel
Season Not recorded
Campfires Not recorded
Boondock Access Not recorded

The managing agency hasn't published season or campfire rules for this campground. The description and directions below often mention it — and it's worth calling the agency before a long drive.

Features

Rig Size Back In Only
Style Primitive Reservable

Campground Stats

Total Sites10
Overnight Sites10
SurfaceGravel

Location

39.290145, -111.177942

Photos

Cottonwood campsite 5. Driveway with campsite post and picnic near by with juniper trees in the background. Cottonwood campsite 4. Driveway with campsite post. Picnic table behind driveway within juniper trees. Cottonwood campsite 4. Driveway with campsite post. Picnic table behind driveway within juniper trees. Cottonwood campsite 8. Juniper trees in the background with a picnic table among them. Campsite post marker next to parking area. Cottonwood campsite 7. Campsite post marker, picnic table, and fire ring. Juniper trees all around. Cottonwood campsite 7. Campsite post marker, picnic table, and fire ring. Juniper trees all around. Cottonwood campsite 9. Parking area with campsite post marker. Picnic area on the left side of parking area with juniper trees in the background. Tent pad on the right hand side of picture.

Description

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.

Activities

CAMPING CLIMBING HIKING ICE CLIMBING SNOWMOBILE SNOWMOBILE TRAILS

Details

FeeThis 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.
Email[email protected]
ReservableYes

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