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Cottonwood Campground

Shady Rio Grande campground closed for summer May through October, without a dump station and with no generators allowed.

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Key campground details

Shady Rio Grande campground closed for summer May through October, without a dump station and with no generators allowed.

Camping and available facilities

Published camping types: RV, Tent.

  • Primitive — at selected campground areas or sites

No full-hookup service is confirmed in this listing; many dry or primitive campgrounds have no individual utility connections.

Questions to confirm before traveling

Check the current campground operating status, whether reservations are required or prohibited, accessible facilities, drinking water availability, fire rules, road access, RV length restrictions and overnight stay limits. The operator’s website is the authoritative source.

Official campground source

This listing is based on National Park Service information researched November 3, 2026. Actual campsite conditions and fees can change.

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