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Cottonwood Springs Campground Introduce
Cottonwood Springs Campground is a charming and secluded camping destination nestled in the heart of South Dakota's beautiful landscape. Located on Picnic Area Rd in Hot Springs, this campground offers a peaceful retreat for nature lovers and outdoor enthusiasts alike. With its mix of tent sites and RV parking options, Cottonwood Springs provides a welcoming environment for all types of campers. The campground is conveniently situated near several major attractions, including Wind Cave National Park, Mount Rushmore, and Jewel Cave National Monument, making it an ideal base for exploring the natural wonders of the Black Hills.
One of the standout features of Cottonwood Springs Campground is its quiet and intimate setting. With only about 20 sites available, the campground feels like a hidden gem where visitors can enjoy peace and privacy. The campsite is surrounded by nature, offering a mix of shaded and open areas perfect for tents or RVs. Restrooms are well-maintained and equipped with running water, ensuring all basic needs are met for a comfortable stay.
Guests at Cottonwood Springs Campground have praised the campground for its clean facilities, ample space for rigs, and family-friendly atmosphere. Many visitors appreciate the camp host's unobtrusive presence and the overall sense of safety and tranquility that the campground offers. The playground area is a hit with families, providing entertainment for children while parents enjoy the natural surroundings.
One particularly notable aspect of Cottonwood Springs Campground is its proximity to some of South Dakota's most famous attractions. Wind Cave National Park is just a 20-minute drive away, offering stunning underground landscapes and diverse wildlife. Mount Rushmore and Jewel Cave National Monument are within an hour's drive, making this campground a strategic base for those looking to explore multiple destinations in the region.
Cottonwood Springs Campground also boasts a unique location near a lake, adding to its appeal as a year-round destination. While the main attractions draw visitors during peak seasons, the serene environment makes it a great spot for off-season visits as well. The campground's blend of natural beauty and accessibility to major attractions ensures that there is always something to see or do nearby.
- Peaceful Setting: With only 20 sites, Cottonwood Springs offers a quiet and intimate camping experience surrounded by nature.
- Convenient Location: Just minutes from Wind Cave National Park and within an hour of Mount Rushmore and Jewel Cave National Monument.
- Family-Friendly: Features include a playground area and plenty of space for families to enjoy their stay.
Cottonwood Springs Campground is more than just a place to pitch a tent or park your RV; it's an opportunity to connect with nature and explore some of South Dakota's most iconic destinations. Whether you're planning a family vacation, a romantic getaway, or an adventure with friends, Cottonwood Springs offers the perfect blend of comfort and outdoor excitement.
Location
South DakotaFall River CountyHot SpringsPicnic Area Road
Customer Reviews
This was a great little campground. Only had about 20 sites so it was nice and quiet. Had some trees for some shade in some sites. The restrooms were in pretty good shape and had running water. We slept in a tent but it looks like all sites had plenty of room for campers or RVs. This was about 20 minutes from Wind Cave a National Park and about 1 hour away from both Mount Rushmore and Jewel Cave National Monument.
Great location. fantastic sites, lots of really big(deep) sites suitable for long rigs, well maintain, flushable toilets & sinks (1 pit toilet too), kids playground, just above the Lake. Camp host is unobtrusive, but the park ranger is really annoying doing rounds after dark between 9 & 10 pm. Drives around with headlights on stopping to mess with reservation signs while his headlight are pointed directly into camps blinding everyone and he takes multiple minutes at each stop. Really shouldn't be making those rounds at that time or at least have the courtesy to not use headlights the entire time Overall a really great campground!!
What a beautiful hidden gem of a COE park. Primitive camping. Flush toilets, no showers. Some sites have shade others just a little. Looks like most sites are fairly level, depending on your RV size. Picnic tables, fire rings provided. Payable water spigot at the bathroom. No dump station. Has a nice playground area for kiddos
Very cramped campsite. No showers. Lake is more of a pond. No ATT signal. However it's only 12 minute drive from Hot Springs
COE campground. Not sure hwy cost 18.00. So close together we moved on. No water or power only one site had a view. Check out number 6
Nice small campground, we were on site 18. Had a beautiful view. Only issue is you had to go into Hot Springs to dump.
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