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Cottonwood Creek Campground

Tahoe National Forest, California

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As of October 2026, Cottonwood Creek Campground is a campground in Tahoe National Forest, California with 40 campsites. Cottonwood Creek Campground is booked through Recreation.gov.

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Cottonwood Creek Campground is located at 39.5494° N, 120.3164° W.

people allowed on each site: 6

Cottonwood Creek Campground reservations and next available dates

October 2026

November 2026

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Stay and booking rules

Taxes apply
Campsites held at once: 3 campsite(s) held
Maximum consecutive stay: 14 consecutive nights
Maximum stay: 14 nights
Minimum stay: 1 consecutive nights

Published by Recreation.gov for Cottonwood Creek Campground, read on September 29, 2026.

Campsites at Cottonwood Creek Campground

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Standard 40

What an RV fits

20 ft1 site
25 ft21 sites
30 ft1 site
35 ft7 sites
40 ft9 sites
45 ft1 site

Amenities

restrooms
potable water

At a glance: Setting: Forest.

Things to do: fishing, boating, hiking, photography.

All sites at Cottonwood Creek Campground, as listed by Recreation.gov

Every site is in the COTTONWOOD CREEK loop.

Site	Type	Sleeps	Max RV
003	Standard	6	40 ft
004	Standard	6	40 ft
005	Standard	6	25 ft
006	Standard	6	35 ft
007	Standard	6	25 ft
008	Standard	6	35 ft
009	Standard	6	25 ft
010	Standard	6	40 ft
011	Standard	6	40 ft
013	Standard	6	25 ft
014	Standard	6	25 ft
015	Standard	6	25 ft
017	Standard	6	45 ft
018	Standard	6	20 ft
019	Standard	6	40 ft
020	Standard	6	40 ft
021	Standard	6	25 ft
023	Standard	6	35 ft
024	Standard	6	25 ft
025	Standard	6	25 ft

Site	Type	Sleeps	Max RV
026	Standard	6	25 ft
027	Standard	6	25 ft
028	Standard	6	25 ft
030	Standard	6	25 ft
031	Standard	6	40 ft
032	Standard	6	25 ft
033	Standard	6	35 ft
035	Standard	6	25 ft
036	Standard	6	35 ft
037	Standard	6	25 ft
039	Standard	6	25 ft
040	Standard	6	35 ft
041	Standard	6	25 ft
042	Standard	6	30 ft
043	Standard	6	25 ft
045	Standard	6	35 ft
046	Standard	6	25 ft
047	Standard	6	40 ft
048	Standard	6	40 ft
049	Standard	6	25 ft

About Cottonwood Creek Campground

Overview

Cottonwood Creek Campground is located on Highway 89, four miles south of Sierraville. Its location makes it a great base camp for a variety of recreational activities, including fishing, hunting, hiking and biking. This facility is operated and maintained by Lake Tahoe Hospitality LLC for the Tahoe National Forest.

Recreation

Cottonwood Creek Botanical Trail and Overlook Trail are both short, foot trails that begin in the campground. The surrounding area offers additional trails and fishing opportunities.

Facilities

The campground offers several single-family campsites, each equipped with a picnic table and campfire ring. Vault toilets, drinking water and trash collection are provided.

Natural Features

The campground sits along Cottonwood Creek, in a stand of Jeffrey pine, and red and white fir trees. The forest provides shade and privacy between sites, but noise from the highway can be heard within the campground.

Nearby Attractions

Lake Tahoe is located about 40 minutes from the campground. Scenic Tahoe offers excellent boating, kayaking, fishing, hiking and scenic driving opportunities.

Sardine Lakes, within the beautiful Lakes Basin, is a 35-minute drive northwest of the campground, via the Golden Chain/Highway 49. Stampede Reservoir is a 45-minute drive southeast.

Rules and notices at Cottonwood Creek Campground

Recreation.gov does not date these notices. We last read them on September 29, 2026. Check Cottonwood Creek Campground on Recreation.gov

Notices from Recreation.gov

Bears frequent the area; all food should be kept in approved containers.

Off-road vehicle use is prohibited within the campground.

Fire restrictions may be imposed at any time due to hot, dry weather conditions, at which time campfires and charcoal fires may not be allowed. For current fire conditions or weather closures contact the Sierraville Ranger District (530) 994-3401 (voice), (530) 994-3521 (TDD).

Click here for more information on the Tahoe National Forest

Don't Move Firewood: Protect California's forests from tree-killing pests by buying your firewood locally and burning it on-site. For more information visit firewood.ca.gov.

One vehicle included with reservation. Additional vehicle fee cost is $10/each per night for all vehicles. All operable, highway legal vehicles must pay extra vehicle fee, excluding the single vehicle included with the reservation. Please pay extra vehicle fee at the self-serve fee tube located near campground entrance if not paid online.

Campsite check-out time is 12:00pm. Check-in time is 2:00pm.

6 people and 2 dogs maximum per single site. Dogs shall always be kept on leash no longer than six feet or otherwise confined. Violation notices WILL be issued for non-compliance.

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Cottonwood Creek Campground FAQ

How hard is it to get a campsite at Cottonwood Creek Campground?

Cottonwood Creek Campground is rated "Moderate to Book" based on historical demand. With 40 sites available, you have good chances of finding availability, especially on weekdays.

How do I find last-minute availability at Cottonwood Creek Campground?

Cancellations happen frequently at Cottonwood Creek Campground, especially 1-2 weeks before check-in dates. PermitSnag monitors availability 24/7 and sends instant alerts when sites open up due to cancellations. This is often the best way to snag popular campsites.

How many campsites does Cottonwood Creek Campground have?

Cottonwood Creek Campground has 40 campsites.