Cottonwood Pit Campground Campground
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Cottonwood Pit Campground
Reservations are not accepted at Cottonwood Pit Campground as it operates on a first-come, first-served basis. Therefore, it is advisable to arrive early, especially during peak times, to secure a camping spot. The best time to visit this camping area is during the summer months when the weather is generally pleasant and ideal for outdoor activities such as hiking, fishing, and wildlife viewing.
While camping at Cottonwood Pit Campground, campers should be mindful of potential hazards, such as wildlife encounters. It is recommended to store food securely to avoid attracting animals. Additionally, campers should be cautious of open flames and ensure that fires are properly extinguished before leaving the area. Overall, Cottonwood Pit Campground provides a rustic camping experience with basic amenities, making it an ideal spot for those seeking a peaceful and natural environment in Oregon.
What's on-site at Cottonwood Pit Campground
Key facilities Snoflo tracks for this campground. Confirm with the operator before booking -- amenities can change seasonally.
Plan your trip down to the hour
Same weather feed Snoflo's iOS app uses -- updated continuously from NOAA / yr.no.
Next 5 days, hour by hour
Temperature line with weather symbols on top, snow + rain accumulation as columns, humidity as a dotted line.
5-day forecast table
Every 3 hours, broken out across temperature, snow, rain, humidity, and wind. Each cell is colour-coded relative to the column min/max so trends jump out at a glance.
| Time | Condition | Temp (°F) | Snow (in) | Rain (in) | Humidity (%) | Wind (mps) | Wind dir |
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15-day temperature & precipitation
Daily temperatures, snow, and rain projected over the next two weeks. Hover any point for the full breakdown.
Other campgrounds in the area
Snoflo-tracked campsites within driving distance of Cottonwood Pit Campground, with reservations status.
| Campground | Reservations | Toilets | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| Clackamas Lake Campgound | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Clackamas Lake | ✓ | ✓ | → |
| Clackamas Lake Campground | ✓ | ✗ | → |
| Clackamas Lake Historic House | ✓ | ✗ | → |
| John Graham Horse Camp | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Joe Graham Horse Camp | ✓ | ✓ | → |
Nearby streamflow
USGS streamgauges within reach of Cottonwood Pit Campground -- pulled live from the National Water Information System.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Oak Grove Fork Near Government Camp | 80 cfs | → |
| Oak Grove Fork Above Powerplant Intake | 303 cfs | → |
| Oak Grove Fork At Ripplebrook Campground | 310 cfs | → |
| Clackamas River Above Three Lynx Creek | 753 cfs | → |
| Beaver Creek | 34 cfs | → |
| Shitike Cr | 28 cfs | → |
Nearby snow depths
NRCS SNOTEL stations within reach of Cottonwood Pit Campground -- relevant when planning a shoulder-season or alpine trip.
| SNOTEL station | Snowpack | 24h Snowfall | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nohrsc Derr. | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Derr. | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Ochoco Meadows | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Ochoco Meadows | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Snow Mountain | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Snow Mountain | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
Plan a longer trip
The closest parks, lakes, boat launches, and paddle runs so a camping night can grow into a full weekend.
Parks
- National Wild And Scenic River Salmon, Oregon
- Wilderness Mount Hood
- Wilderness Salmon-Huckleberry
- Wilderness Roaring River
- National Wild And Scenic River Roaring, Oregon
- Wilderness Badger Creek
Boat launches
- Oak Fork Campground
- Gone Creek Campground
- Hoodview Campground
- Pine Point Campground
- Clear Lake Campground
- Harriet Lake
Camping essentials & Leave No Trace
- Pack it in, pack it out
- Take all trash, food scraps, and gear back with you to keep campsites clean and protect wildlife.
- Respect wildlife
- Observe animals from a distance, store food securely, and never feed wildlife to maintain natural behavior and safety.
- Know before you go
- Check weather, fire restrictions, trail conditions, and permit requirements to ensure a safe and well-planned trip.
- Minimize campfire impact
- Use established fire rings, keep fires small, fully extinguish them, or opt for a camp stove when fires are restricted.
- Leave what you find
- Preserve natural and cultural features by avoiding removal of plants, rocks, artifacts, or other elements of the environment.
Set push alerts in the Snoflo app
Save Cottonwood Pit Campground as a favorite, set a custom threshold (precipitation, snowpack, freezing temperatures), and the iOS app will push the moment conditions cross.
About Cottonwood Pit Campground
Can I make reservations at Cottonwood Pit Campground?
This campground does not appear to accept reservations -- it's typically first-come, first-served. Arrive early on summer weekends.
How fresh is the weather data on this page?
The hourly forecast updates throughout the day from the NOAA / yr.no public feeds. Streamflow data is pulled live from USGS streamgauges and snowpack from the NRCS SNOTEL network.
What's the best time of year to visit?
Use the 15-day temperature & precipitation outlook on this page to plan -- pick a window with comfortable temperatures and low precipitation. For longer trips, the 5-day hourly meteogram shows snow + rain accumulation hour-by-hour.
How do I get to Cottonwood Pit Campground?
Tap Directions in the hero above to open driving directions in Google Maps, or Open in map to center the Snoflo interactive map on the campground.
Can I get alerts when conditions change?
Yes -- alerts are managed through the Snoflo iOS app. Favorite this campground, set a threshold (temperature, snowpack, precipitation), and you'll get a push the moment it crosses.
Other campgrounds near here
Snoflo-tracked campgrounds within driving distance of Cottonwood Pit Campground.
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