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Theodore Roosevelt National Park › North Dakota
› Billings County
› Cottonwood Campground
› Campsite #53
Campsite #53 at Cottonwood Campground, Theodore Roosevelt National Park, ND
$10
Campsite #53
| 6 people | |
| 20 ft | Back-in |
| 2 | good |
8/6
10/1
Campsite #53 Features: Back-in parking, RV Site, Tent Site, Trailer Site, Pets Allowed
Campsite Reviews (21)
5.0 out of 5
| 5 star | | 86% |
| 4 star | | 10% |
| 3 star | | 5% |
| 2 star | | 0% |
| 1 star | | 0% |
@VickiM8674057 · Camped on Aug 1, 2025 at Campsite #53
This was a very peaceful and relaxing campground. I stayed one night on my way home from Glacier NP but wished I had booked another night. The bathroom was close and the views from site 53 were beautiful. I spent the next day in the park and saw bison, wild horses, prairie dogs, and a coyote. The park and campground exceeded all expectations.
@IngridH137578B · Camped on Jul 13, 2025 at Campsite #53
Barb and Dennis were knowledgeable and very helpful and friendly. Great facility, super clean!
@kennethJ193882 · Camped on Jul 9, 2025 at Campsite #53
Camping in Cottonwood was amazing! The sites were very spacious and our specific site was right along the river. We were able to see wild horses in the river and on the other bank. A herd of bison walked down the river and through the campground one morning as well. It was magical!
@ToddF44EFE7B59 · Camped on Jul 4, 2025 at Campsite #53
Cottonwood campground was a nice, open area. Wildlife was within watching distance, without a fear of being too close. The campground was clean, including the bathrooms. The campground was friendly and knowledgeable.
@JillP7409688 · Camped on Jun 30, 2025 at Campsite #53
This campground was beautiful, nice bathrooms, our site was right on the river. Beautiful setting, nice site.
@ScottV1581928 · Camped on Jun 28, 2025 at Campsite #53
This place is a gem. I dont even want to write a review in fear of drawing more attention. Get out of your car, hike around, and you make come face to face with a majestic bison.
@KristinC611611 · Camped on Jun 26, 2025 at Campsite #53
Spacious, clean and comfortable campground alongside the little Missouri River, even had a bison come through!
@pamt7896850 · Camped on May 27, 2025 at Campsite #53
Fabulous site! Roomy and right by the river....and loved the Buffalo's meandering through our site in the evening ....clean bathrooms(thank you!) and wonderful camp hosts!
@RebeccaB760095 · Camped on Aug 20, 2024 at Campsite #53
Campsite 53: access to river, close to bathroom, great views, some shade.While in camp we were able to watch wild turkeys, wild horses, and bison near the river. The wild horses actually came close enough that you could hear them enter the river. We had a decent amount of shade and the bathrooms were close, but not too close.
@JohnW4841416 · Camped on Jul 3, 2024 at Campsite #53
Site 53 is the best tent site in the campground. It overlooks the river. We had bison walk right through our site one morning! We watched bison and a herd of wild horses across the river from the site. This site accommodates a medium to large size tent. The bathroom close by is brand new.
@MarciF8953444A · Camped on Jun 27, 2024 at Campsite #53
A lovely location with a private path to the river. Restrooms are clean. A bison visited the campground. Highly recommend.
@OliviaAAD30203 · Camped on May 24, 2024 at Campsite #53
Lovely spot along the Little Missouri River. Bathrooms were always clean and well stocked. Highly recommend staying at this campground.
@VivianF9959990 · Camped on May 6, 2024 at Campsite #53
Hubby and I came in early spring (May6-9) not knowing what to expect as were from Arizona. We did not need shorts! The weather was crisp, but not cold. Great for being outdoors. We were delighted to have bison as neighbors but kept stealthily away from them. Flocks of wild turkeys were about, with the males displaying their plumage to the females. The prairie dogs were active, and we got some great photos. Shy deer appeared at sundown. Its a wonderful place with large sites and little interaction with other campers. We recommend it!
@AmandaF1656528 · Camped on May 4, 2024 at Campsite #53
This campground was lovely. The sites were spaced out a bit to give some privacy and mine was very easy to back into. The views from my site were amazing - across the river with a lot of wildlife viewing. There were bison in the campground all day, which was a fun experience. I camped the first week in May and the only bathroom available was on the other loop, so it was a bit of a walk each time. Other than that it was great!
@AngelikaH919D9 · Camped on Jun 23, 2023 at Campsite #53
Obwohl riesig, sehr netter Campground mit abgeschlossenen Sites, vor allem für Zelt-Camper!
@AlexK6122480 · Camped on Jun 11, 2023 at Campsite #53
The campground host was extremely friendly and helpful. Restrooms were well maintained, but two of them were unavailable during our stay, appearing to be being rebuilt. No dishwashing - maybe would be part of the rebuilt restrooms?
We saw wild horses and bison across the river from our campsite, and a baby owl near the entrance. The scenic drive is amazing.
No firewood on site, so pick some up on the way in no later than Medora.
We saw wild horses and bison across the river from our campsite, and a baby owl near the entrance. The scenic drive is amazing.
No firewood on site, so pick some up on the way in no later than Medora.
@PatriciaL40327 · Camped on May 10, 2023 at Campsite #53
No water available anywhere in the campground made our visit challenging. There was only one distant restroom nearby.
@ClydeW634 · Camped on Sep 26, 2021 at Campsite #53
Great site along the Little Missouri. Enjoyed watching the wild horses and bison coming to the river to drink. Host, Jeff, was outstanding in his knowledge (a former national park's ranger) and willingness to help or advise.
@GaryS144 · Camped on Sep 21, 2021 at Campsite #53
I was surprised by the beauty of the park. I enjoyed my morning coffee watching a Buffalo graze across the river. It is on my come back to bucket list.
@JonS961 · Camped on Aug 18, 2021 at Campsite #53
Wonderfully maintained, excellent setting (along the river amidst wildlife), easy access to water spout, and perfectly spaced out for campsite privacy. Would definitely recommend!
@AndrewP592 · Camped on Aug 25, 2019 at Campsite #53
Beautiful campsite backing onto the river. Campground was well maintained. Campsites not huge, but privacy was decent. Very pleased with my trip.
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