Cottonwood Campground - Entiat Ranger District campground
Cottonwood Campground - Entiat Ranger District
The best time of year to visit Cottonwood Campground is during the summer months when the weather is mild and favorable for outdoor activities. Visitors can enjoy hiking, fishing, and wildlife viewing in the surrounding area. It is essential to take caution while camping at Cottonwood Campground, as it is located in bear country. Campers should properly store food and dispose of trash in designated bear-proof containers to avoid any encounters.
Overall, Cottonwood Campground in the Entiat Ranger District offers a rustic camping experience with essential amenities. It provides an excellent opportunity to immerse oneself in nature and enjoy various outdoor activities.
What's on-site at Cottonwood Campground - Entiat Ranger District
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 Campground - Entiat Ranger District, with reservations status.
| Campground | Reservations | Toilets | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cottonwood - Ent | ✗ | ✓ | → |
| Cottonwood Cabin | ✓ | ✗ | → |
| Three Creek Cg | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Spruce Grove Cg | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Spruce Grove Campground | ✓ | ✗ | → |
Nearby streamflow
USGS streamgauges within reach of Cottonwood Campground - Entiat Ranger District -- pulled live from the National Water Information System.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Chiwawa River Near Plain | 961 cfs | → |
| Entiat River Near Ardenvoir | 896 cfs | → |
| Wenatchee River At Plain | 3,420 cfs | → |
| Stehekin River At Stehekin | 2,640 cfs | → |
| Mad River At Ardenvoir | 206 cfs | → |
| Wenatchee River At Peshastin | 4,560 cfs | → |
Nearby snow depths
NRCS SNOTEL stations within reach of Cottonwood Campground - Entiat Ranger District -- relevant when planning a shoulder-season or alpine trip.
| SNOTEL station | Snowpack | 24h Snowfall | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pope Ridge | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Nohrsc Pope Ridge | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Trinity | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Nohrsc Trinity Snotel | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Holden Village | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Lyman Lake | 38.0 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
- Wilderness Lake Chelan-Sawtooth
- Wilderness Glacier Peak
- Lake Wenatchee State Park
- Wilderness Stephen Mather
- Lake Chelan National Recreation Area
- Twenty-Five Mile Creek State Park
Points of interest
- Entiat Falls Viewpoint
- Box Canyon Viewpoint
- Golden West Visitor Center
- Bygone Byways Trailhead
- Old Stevens Pass Highway (Fs Road #6099)
Paddle runs
- Cottonwood Trailhead To Private Land Boundary In Ne1/4 Of Sec 29, T28n, R19e
- Glacier Peak Wilderness To Cottonwood Trailhead In Sw1/4 Of Sec 7, T28n,R19e
- Headwaters In Ne1/4 Of Sec 36,T31n, R15e To Glacier Peak Wilderness Boundary
- Headwaters In Se1/4 Of Sec 25, T31n, R16e To Glacier Peak Wilderness
- Headwaters In Sw1/4 Of Sec 21, T30n, R15e To Glacier Peak Wilderness Boundary And Including Twin Lakes Creek In Secs 16/17, T28n, R16e
- Glacier Peak Wilderness Boundary To Confluence With White River
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 Campground - Entiat Ranger District as a favorite, set a custom threshold (precipitation, snowpack, freezing temperatures), and the iOS app will push the moment conditions cross.
About Cottonwood Campground - Entiat Ranger District
Can I make reservations at Cottonwood Campground - Entiat Ranger District?
Yes -- this campground accepts reservations. Snoflo recommends booking early for peak season; check the operator (Recreation.gov / state park system / private operator) for the booking window and cancellation policy.
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 Campground - Entiat Ranger District?
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 Campground - Entiat Ranger District.