Campsite #21 at Cottonwood Campground, Big Bend National Park, TX

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Campsite #21

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Drive-In 8 people
30 ft Back-in
2 weak
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Campsite #21 Features: Drive-In access, Back-in parking, 30ft driveway, Food Storage Locker, Picnic Table, RV Site, Tent Site, Trailer Site, Pets Allowed

Campsite Reviews (9)

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@maureenm112503 · Camped on Jan 24, 2025 at Campsite #21
This is my favorite campground. Its kept immaculately clean, even the toilets which is hard since they are long drops. Its so pretty and peaceful. The only negative is other campers let their dogs bark which scare the Javelinas and Roadrunners away and breaks the peace. I really wish the National Parks would ban all pets or make a separate pet friendly campground. We are here to enjoy the wildlife and nature. Other than that it was wonderful.
@GeraldineA96BF · Camped on Jan 18, 2025 at Campsite #21
Great location for this very nice campground in Big Bend. Beautiful views at sunrise and perfect clear night to admire the sky. Great host, very caring!
@SamanthaO2B7C4 · Camped on Jan 10, 2025 at Campsite #21
Our stay at Cottonwood in Big Bend was fantastic. Within five minutes of our arrival we were completely surrounded by what Big Bend has to offer; uninhibited nature. Wild horses appeared just outside our door, quickly followed by a small group of Javelinas. Cottonwood on the Southwest side of the park was wonderful home base location to explore that side of the park.
@SanjivH30FF39A · Camped on Mar 17, 2024 at Campsite #21
Good backup when you can't get a campsite in the Chisos Basin. Good viewpoint of Cerro Castellan and easy to get to Santa Elena Canyon. Be wary of flooding and wildlife on the scenic drive in this part of the park.
@MadsA524F7F70F · Camped on Feb 16, 2024 at Campsite #21
Beautiful campground that is secluded. The trees were a nice addition to an otherwiseArid region. The campground was well maintained and enjoyed that there was no generators or dogs barking.
@KristinW521304 · Camped on Jan 31, 2024 at Campsite #21
This is our second stay here and was just as great as the first. Quiet, clean and lots of hiking nearby. Camp volunteers were very informative and welcoming. Rest rooms very clean every day
@SHEILAAM161890 · Camped on Apr 24, 2023 at Campsite #21
Very quiet pretty campground. The Santa Elena Canyon hike was beautiful. The Lost Mine hike has spectacular views.
@LeighD779 · Camped on Jan 3, 2022 at Campsite #21
Great base-camp for Ross Maxwell Scenic Drive and Santa Elena Canyon! Kayaking and hiking the canyon is a must. Most beautiful place we’ve ever paddled in our years of kayaking.
@JulieM615 · Camped on Nov 15, 2021 at Campsite #21
The rangers at Cottonwood Canyon Campground were incredibly helpful in getting me to my site, and sharing some very interesting information about the local wildlife (including two great horned owls that were regulars at the grounds)! The sites were clean, as were the bathrooms, and the other campers were very friendly and respectful. I helped one young gentlemen open a can of beans with a manual can opener. Others let me use their campsites to get good photos of the owls and other birds. This site was a haven for numerous bird species, including the owls, vermillion flycatchers, three different types of woodpeckers, doves, etc. The proximity to Tuff Canyon and Santa Elena Canyon make this an excellent spot to spend your time. Also, the view of the night sky was unbeatable. Highly recommend!

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