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Cottonwood Springs Family Campground.

Its sites are first-come, first-served (no reservations), and camping costs Single Site: $34 per night. Cottonwood Springs Family Campground. is a National Forest campground near Chilcoot, California.

First-come, first-served

National Forest · Chilcoot, California

National Forest
Managed by

Getting a site

Managed by
National Forest
Reservations
None, first-come
Fee
Single Site: $34 per night

Source: apps.fs.usda.gov, accessed 2026-09-30

Sites and hookups

Group sites
2
  • ✓ Toilets
  • ✕ Potable water

On site: Toilets. No potable water.

Source: apps.fs.usda.gov, accessed 2026-09-30

Access and cell service

Elevation
5,713 ft

39.8903, -120.2127 in Plumas. Open in OpenStreetMap. Map © OpenStreetMap contributors.

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Common questions

Do you need a reservation at Cottonwood Springs Family Campground.?

No. Cottonwood Springs Family Campground. is first-come, first-served: there is no reservation system, so arrive early to claim an open site.

How much does it cost to camp at Cottonwood Springs Family Campground.?

Camping at Cottonwood Springs Family Campground. costs Single Site: $34 per night.

How many campsites does Cottonwood Springs Family Campground. have?

Cottonwood Springs Family Campground. has 2 group sites.

Is there drinking water at Cottonwood Springs Family Campground.?

No. Cottonwood Springs Family Campground. has no potable water, so bring all the water you need.

Who manages Cottonwood Springs Family Campground.?

Cottonwood Springs Family Campground. is managed by the U.S. Forest Service.

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