Little Cottonwood Campground

Fishlake National Forest — lakeside, fishing, hiking

Location: Glenwood, UT, UT

Price: From $25 per night

Rating: 4.3 out of 5 (47 reviews)

Season: May through October

The Little Cottonwood Campground is conveniently located off Utah’s I-15, adjacent to the Beaver River just outside of the community of Beaver in the Fishlake National Forest. At 6,500 feet in elevation, this is a great place to enjoy the mountains where recreation opportunities include stream fishing, hiking, and hunting.Enjoy fishing in the Beaver River; an accessible fishing path is located within the campground. The Piute ATV Trail is nearby; however there is no access directly from the camp

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

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

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

Little Cottonwood Campground offers excellent stream fishing access on the Beaver River with well-maintained facilities, good site privacy, and abundant tree shade in a scenic mountain setting at 6,500 feet elevation.

Wildlife alert: Mountain lions present in area; also expect coyotes, mule deer, American beavers, and various bird species including western tanagers and common ravens.

Insider tips for Little Cottonwood Campground: Book early—federal campground with high demand Water spigots distributed throughout campground for convenient RV fills Bring a dog; campground is dog-friendly Tree coverage provides natural wind protection for exposed canyon sites

Skip Little Cottonwood Campground if: You need RV hookups; only self-contained RVs are suitable. You require camping outside May through October; campground is seasonal. You want to avoid crowds; early booking is essential due to limited 14 sites.

Best time to visit Little Cottonwood Campground: August — Canyon enters shade around 6:30 pm, providing relief during hot summer days while campground remains open.

Nearby campgrounds: Ponderosa Picnic Area (Glenwood, UT), Little Reservoir Campround (Glenwood, UT), Mahogany Cove Campground (Glenwood, UT), Kents Lake Campground (Glenwood, UT).

Cell Phone Coverage at Little Cottonwood Campground

Cell signal at Little Cottonwood Campground (Glenwood, UT): 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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Glenwood, UT, UT★ 4.3 (47 reviews)From $25/nightFederal campground · book on Recreation.gov
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The Little Cottonwood Campground is conveniently located off Utah’s I-15, adjacent to the Beaver River just outside of the community of Beaver in the Fishlake National Forest. At 6,500 feet in elevation, this is a great place to enjoy the mountains where recreation opportunities include stream fishing, hiking, and hunting.Enjoy fishing in the Beaver River; an accessible fishing path is located within the campground. The Piute ATV Trail is nearby; however there is no access directly from the campground.

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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
Max RV69 ft
HookupsNo hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
ADA sites2 sites
Pull-throughsAvailable
PetsAllowed
CampfiresAllowed
Max/site6 people

Amenities

RIDB /facilities /campsites · owner-verified
Essentials
Fire RingsDrinking Water
Recreation
Picnic TablesFishing
Family & Pets
Flush 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; only self-contained RVs are suitable✕ You require camping outside May through October; campground is seasonal✕ You want to avoid crowds; early booking is essential due to limited 14 sites

Insider tips & when to go

CamperWatch intel · hand-curated entry

Book early

federal campground with high demand

Water spigots distributed throughout campground for convenient RV fills

Bring a dog; campground is dog-friendly

Tree coverage provides natural wind protection for exposed canyon sites

Best: August

Canyon enters shade around 6:30 pm, providing relief during hot summer days while campground remains open

Things to do nearby

RIDB /activities /recareas + intel

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: Mountain lions present in area; also expect coyotes, mule deer, American beavers, and various bird species including western tanagers and common ravens.

Location

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435-438-2436· Fishlake National Forest
Getting there →

Travel east of Beaver approximately 6 miles on SR 153.

Campground entrance

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Community

#community · posts, photos & Q&A · AI-moderated (Claude Vision)

Pro tips

  • Book on recreation.gov exactly 6 months ahead at 10am ET — Fishlake National Forest fills fast in peak season.
  • Check current road conditions at Fishlake 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 Little Cottonwood Campground cost per night?+
Little Cottonwood Campground costs $25 per night. Hookup options: No hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
What season is Little Cottonwood Campground open?+
Little Cottonwood Campground is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
Does Little Cottonwood Campground have hookups?+
No hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
What is the maximum RV length at Little Cottonwood Campground?+
Little Cottonwood Campground can accommodate RVs up to 69 feet.
How do I make reservations at Little Cottonwood Campground?+
Little Cottonwood 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 Little Cottonwood Campground?+
According to FCC coverage maps, cell signal at Little Cottonwood Campground is rated none. FCC maps show theoretical coverage — actual signal in remote or heavily forested areas may be weaker.
What season is Little Cottonwood Campground open, and what are check-in times?+
Little Cottonwood Campground is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.

Official resources

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●Data sources on this page
Recreation.gov — Live site availability — updated every 30 min
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National Weather Service — Live hourly forecast + active alerts
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Google Air Quality API — Live AQI at exact campground coordinates
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iNaturalist — Research-grade wildlife within 8km
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Google Pollen API — Today’s tree, grass & weed pollen forecast
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FCC Broadband Map — Verizon, AT&T, T-Mobile 4G/5G coverage data
broadbandmap.fcc.gov · quarterly
Sunrise-Sunset.org — Sunrise, sunset & golden hour for today
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Google Street View — Campground entrance & access road imagery
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RIDB — ADA sites, hookups, toilets, pets, campfire rules, bear boxes, max RV, activities, contact, directions
ridb.recreation.gov · /facilities /campsites /activities /links /recareas

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$25 /night★ 4.3 (47)
SeasonMay through October
Check-in2:00 PM
Check-out12:00 PM
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