Cottonwood Campground - Entiat Ranger District

Okanogan-Wenatchee National Forest — riverside, fishing, hiking

Location: Entiat, WA, WA

Price: From $15 per night

Rating: 4 out of 5 (0 reviews)

Season: May through October

Cottonwood Campground is located 38 miles up Entiat River Road from Highway 97A on the Okanogan-Wenatchee National Forest, Entiat Ranger District in central Washington’s Entiat Valley, on the banks of the Entiat River at an elevation of 3,100 feet. There are 25 first come, first served campsites along the Entiat River. Vault toilets and garbage service are on site.

Cell coverage (FCC estimate): none signal. Actual signal may vary in remote areas.

Amenities: Fire Rings, Picnic Tables, Vault Toilets, Bear Boxes, Fishing

Availability alerts: Set a free cancellation alert at camperwatch.org/campground/cottonwood-campground-entiat-ranger-district to be notified when sites open up.

Cottonwood Campground offers 25 riverside campsites along the Entiat River with excellent access to hiking, fishing, and mountain activities. Campers consistently praise the great hiking trails and abundance of recreational opportunities in this scenic location.

Wildlife alert: Mule Deer, Mountain Bluebird, American Dipper, Clark's Nutcracker, Douglas' Squirrel, Cascade Golden-mantled Ground Squirrel, and Northern Rubber Boa are documented in the area.

Insider tips for Cottonwood Campground - Entiat Ranger District: Maximum trailer length recommended is 25 feet First come, first served sites only — arrive early during peak season Road can be rough in spots; check conditions before traveling the 38-mile Entiat River Road access

Skip Cottonwood Campground - Entiat Ranger District if: You need full hookups — no hookups available. You require paved road access — Entiat River Road has rough sections. You're visiting November through April — seasonal closure.

Best time to visit Cottonwood Campground - Entiat Ranger District: May-October — Campground operates seasonally during these months only.

Nearby campgrounds: Cottonwood Cabin (Entiat, WA), Three Creek Group Site - Okanogan-Wenatchee Nf (Entiat, WA), Silver Falls Group Site (Entiat, WA), Finner Creek (Coles Corner, WA).

Cell Phone Coverage at Cottonwood Campground - Entiat Ranger District

Cell signal at Cottonwood Campground - Entiat Ranger District (Entiat, WA): none overall signal based on FCC broadband data.

Coverage data source: FCC Broadband Data Collection (BDC). Actual signal may vary due to terrain, tree cover, and distance from towers. Camper reports are more reliable than coverage maps in remote areas.

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Cottonwood Campground is located 38 miles up Entiat River Road from Highway 97A on the Okanogan-Wenatchee National Forest, Entiat Ranger District in central Washington’s Entiat Valley, on the banks of the Entiat River at an elevation of 3,100 feet. There are 25 first come, first served campsites along the Entiat River. Vault toilets and garbage service are on site.

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Verified facts

RIDB / Recreation.gov official database
Check-in2:00 PM
Check-out12:00 PM
SeasonMay through October
Stay limit14 days
HookupsNo hookups.
Max/site6 people

Amenities

RIDB /facilities /campsites · owner-verified
Essentials
Fire RingsBear Boxes
Recreation
Picnic TablesFishing
Family & Pets
Vault Toilets

Straight talk

CamperWatch intel · curated from camper reports

Known issues, each with the workaround. Read before you book.

Known issuesFederal campground — book early. No hookups at most sites. Seasonal operations.
Skip it if:✕ You need full hookups — no hookups available✕ You require paved road access — Entiat River Road has rough sections✕ You're visiting November through April — seasonal closure

Insider tips & when to go

CamperWatch intel · hand-curated entry

Maximum trailer length recommended is 25 feet

First come, first served sites only

arrive early during peak season

Road can be rough in spots; check conditions before traveling the 38-mile Entiat River Road access

Best: May-October

Campground operates seasonally during these months only

Things to do nearby

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Conditions today

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Cell signal

FCC BDC · quarterly dataset
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4G · 0%
Verizon
4G · 0%
AT&T
4G · 0%

FCC maps are theoretical — camper reports confirm signal.

Wildlife nearby

iNaturalist · research-grade · 8 km
Alert: Mule Deer, Mountain Bluebird, American Dipper, Clark's Nutcracker, Douglas' Squirrel, Cascade Golden-mantled Ground Squirrel, and Northern Rubber Boa are documented in the area.

Location

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Getting there →

From Wenatchee take State Route 97A north 17 miles along the west bank of the Columbia River. Turn left on to Entiat River Road (Chelan County Route 19). Continue on Entiat River Road (which becomes Forest Road 51) past the end of the pavement to mile post 38 where you will see Cottonwood Campground on the left. From Chelan travel south on US-97A (west side of Columbia River) for 19.3 miles to Entiat. Turn right on to Entiat River Road (Chelan County Road 19). Continue on Entiat River Road (whic

Campground entrance

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Pro tips

  • Book on recreation.gov exactly 6 months ahead at 10am ET — Okanogan-Wenatchee National Forest fills fast in peak season.
  • Check current road conditions at Okanogan-Wenatchee National Forest before arrival — seasonal closures common.
  • Bear country — store all food in bear boxes or locked vehicle at all times.

Frequently asked questions

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How much does Cottonwood Campground - Entiat Ranger District cost per night?+
Cottonwood Campground - Entiat Ranger District costs $15 per night. Hookup options: No hookups.
What season is Cottonwood Campground - Entiat Ranger District open?+
Cottonwood Campground - Entiat Ranger District is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
Does Cottonwood Campground - Entiat Ranger District have hookups?+
No hookups.
What is the maximum RV length at Cottonwood Campground - Entiat Ranger District?+
Cottonwood Campground - Entiat Ranger District is primarily a tent camping facility.
How do I make reservations at Cottonwood Campground - Entiat Ranger District?+
Cottonwood Campground - Entiat Ranger District is a federal campground — book 6 months ahead at Recreation.gov. Set a free CamperWatch cancellation alert to be notified the moment a site opens.
What is the cell service like at Cottonwood Campground - Entiat Ranger District?+
According to FCC coverage maps, cell signal at Cottonwood Campground - Entiat Ranger District is rated none. FCC maps show theoretical coverage — actual signal in remote or heavily forested areas may be weaker.
What season is Cottonwood Campground - Entiat Ranger District open, and what are check-in times?+
Cottonwood Campground - Entiat Ranger District is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.

Official resources

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$15 /night★ 4 (0)
SeasonMay through October
Check-in2:00 PM
Check-out12:00 PM
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