Cottonwood Patch Campground

Chattahoochee-Oconee National Forest — riverside, fishing, hiking

Location: Crandall, GA, GA

Price: From $8 per night

Rating: 3.7 out of 5 (16 reviews)

Season: May through October

Cottonwood Patch Campground is a multi-use campground focused primarily on equestrian camping, but welcomes traditional "car" camping. The campground is located within the Chattahoochee-Oconee National Forest in the Alaculsy Valley of the Cohutta Mountains in north Georgia. Cottonwood Patch Campground is a quaint campground found along the Conasauga River, just above its junction with the Jacks River.

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

Amenities: Fire Rings, Picnic Tables, Vault Toilets, Drinking Water, Fishing

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

Located along the Conasauga River in the Chattahoochee-Oconee National Forest with mixed hardwood forest surroundings, offering excellent access to trails and a peaceful setting. Gated entrance provides privacy and security.

Wildlife alert: Eastern Whip-poor-will birds present. Turtle species in area include Alabama Map Turtle and Stripe-necked Musk Turtle.

Insider tips for Cottonwood Patch Campground: Book early as this is a popular federal campground Multi-use facility welcomes equestrian camping alongside traditional car camping Gated entrance helps maintain cleaner facilities and privacy

Skip Cottonwood Patch Campground if: You need RV hookups - no hookups available, only suitable for self-contained RVs. You require cell service or running water at sites. You're visiting outside May-October seasonal window. You're sensitive to biting flies or prefer developed campgrounds with attractions.

Best time to visit Cottonwood Patch Campground: May-October — Campground operates seasonally May through October only.

Nearby campgrounds: Lake Conasauga Campground (Chatsworth, GA), Lake Conasauga Overflow Campground (Chatsworth, GA), Parksville Lake Rv Campground (Benton, TN), Jacks River Fields Campground (Epworth, GA).

Cell Phone Coverage at Cottonwood Patch Campground

Cell signal at Cottonwood Patch Campground (Crandall, GA): 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 Patch Campground

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Crandall, GA, GA★ 3.7 (16 reviews)From $8/nightFederal campground · book on Recreation.gov
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Cottonwood Patch Campground is a multi-use campground focused primarily on equestrian camping, but welcomes traditional "car" camping. The campground is located within the Chattahoochee-Oconee National Forest in the Alaculsy Valley of the Cohutta Mountains in north Georgia. Cottonwood Patch Campground is a quaint campground found along the Conasauga River, just above its junction with the Jacks River.

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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. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
Pull-throughsAvailable
PetsAllowed
CampfiresAllowed
Max/site6 people

Amenities

RIDB /facilities /campsites · owner-verified
Essentials
Fire RingsDrinking Water
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 RV hookups - no hookups available, only suitable for self-contained RVs✕ You require cell service or running water at sites✕ You're visiting outside May-October seasonal window✕ You're sensitive to biting flies or prefer developed campgrounds with attractions

Insider tips & when to go

CamperWatch intel · hand-curated entry

Book early as this is a popular federal campground

Multi-use facility welcomes equestrian camping alongside traditional car camping

Gated entrance helps maintain cleaner facilities and privacy

Best: May-October

Campground operates seasonally May through October only

Things to do nearby

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Conditions today

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Cell signal

FCC BDC · quarterly dataset
T-Mobile
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: Eastern Whip-poor-will birds present. Turtle species in area include Alabama Map Turtle and Stripe-necked Musk Turtle.

Location

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706-695-6736· Chattahoochee-Oconee National Forest
Getting there →

From US Highway 411, turn east onto Old Highway 2 in Cisco, Ga. Follow Old Highway 2 for approximately 7 miles, upon crossing the Conasauga River the road turns into Forest Service Road 16 Approximately 1 miles, turn left onto Forest Service Road 16A

Campground entrance

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Pro tips

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

Frequently asked questions

RIDB facts + intel · FAQPage schema, speakable
How much does Cottonwood Patch Campground cost per night?+
Cottonwood Patch Campground costs $8 per night. Hookup options: No hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
What season is Cottonwood Patch Campground open?+
Cottonwood Patch Campground is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
Does Cottonwood Patch Campground have hookups?+
No hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
What is the maximum RV length at Cottonwood Patch Campground?+
Cottonwood Patch Campground is primarily a tent camping facility.
How do I make reservations at Cottonwood Patch Campground?+
Cottonwood Patch Campground 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 Patch Campground?+
According to FCC coverage maps, cell signal at Cottonwood Patch Campground is rated none. FCC maps show theoretical coverage — actual signal in remote or heavily forested areas may be weaker.
What season is Cottonwood Patch Campground open, and what are check-in times?+
Cottonwood Patch Campground is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.

Official resources

Chattahoochee-Oconee National ForestCherokee National ForestTennessee Wildlife Resources AgencyBack Country Horsemen of North GeorgiaGeorgia Department of Natural Resources
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Google Air Quality API — Live AQI at exact campground coordinates
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RIDB — ADA sites, hookups, toilets, pets, campfire rules, bear boxes, max RV, activities, contact, directions
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$8 /night★ 3.7 (16)
SeasonMay through October
Check-in2:00 PM
Check-out12:00 PM
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