Cottonwood Point Wilderness park
Cottonwood Point Wilderness
The area is home to a variety of wildlife, including desert bighorn sheep, mule deer, and coyotes, as well as a wide range of bird species. The wilderness area is also home to several species of rare plants, such as the desert paintbrush and the double bladderpod.
Visitors should note that the area can be quite hot in the summer months, with temperatures often exceeding 100 degrees Fahrenheit. The best time to visit is in the spring or fall, when temperatures are cooler and the landscape is in full bloom. Visitors should also be aware that there are no developed trails or facilities in the wilderness area, so they should come prepared with plenty of water, food, and appropriate gear.
Overall, Cottonwood Point Wilderness is a unique and beautiful destination for outdoor enthusiasts and nature lovers alike. With its stunning landscapes, diverse wildlife, and rare plant species, it's a must-see for anyone visiting Utah.
Park & land designation reference
A quick legend for the federal and state land categories Snoflo tracks. Each designation comes with different rules around access, recreation, and resource extraction.
- National Park
- Large protected natural areas managed by the federal government to preserve significant landscapes, ecosystems, and cultural resources; recreation is allowed but conservation is the priority.
- State Park
- Public natural or recreational areas managed by a state government, typically smaller than national parks and focused on regional natural features, recreation, and education.
- Local Park
- Community-level parks managed by cities or counties, emphasizing recreation, playgrounds, sports, and green space close to populated areas.
- Wilderness Area
- The highest level of land protection in the U.S.; designated areas where nature is left essentially untouched, with no roads, structures, or motorized motorized access permitted.
- National Recreation Area
- Areas set aside primarily for outdoor recreation (boating, hiking, fishing, often around reservoirs, rivers, or scenic landscapes); may allow more development.
- National Conservation Area (BLM)
- BLM-managed areas with special ecological, cultural, or scientific value; more protection than typical BLM land but less strict than Wilderness Areas.
- State Forest
- State-managed forests focused on habitat, watershed, recreation, and sustainable timber harvest.
- Bureau of Land Management (BLM) Land
- Vast federal lands managed for mixed use -- recreation, grazing, mining, conservation -- with fewer restrictions than national parks or forests.
Plan your visit 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.
| 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.
Area campgrounds
Snoflo-tracked campgrounds within reach of Cottonwood Point Wilderness, with reservations status.
| Campground | Reservations | Toilets | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| Coral Pink Sand Dunes State Park | ✓ | ✓ | → |
| Kaibab Paiute Tribe Rv Park & Campground | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Meadows Dispersed - Coral Pink Sand Dunes | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Ponderosa Grove - Coral Pink Sand Dunes | ✗ | ✓ | → |
| Ponderosa Grove Campground | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Watchman Campground Site 60 | ✗ | ✗ | → |
Plan a longer trip
The closest parks, lakes, fishing spots, and POIs so a park visit can grow into a full weekend.
Other parks
- Canaan Mountain Wilderness
- Uep Cottonwood Park
- Coral Pink Sand Dunes State Park
- Pipe Spring National Monument
- Wilderness Zion Wilderness (Draft Boundary)
Points of interest
- Opeev' Shepherdia Rotundifolia Buffaloberry Interpretive Exhibit
- Cut Off By The Grand Canyon Interpretive Exhibit
- Suh-Uhv' Rhus Trilobata Three-Leaf Sumac Interpretive Exhibit
- Boundaries And Fencing Interpretive Exhibit
- Remnants Of A Frozen Sahara Interpretive Exhibit
- Plateau Country Trees Interpretive Exhibit
Responsible recreation & Leave No Trace
- Know before you go
- Check the operator's site for hours, permit requirements, seasonal closures, and fire restrictions before heading out.
- Stay on trail
- Stick to marked paths to protect vegetation, prevent erosion, and avoid disturbing wildlife habitat.
- Respect wildlife
- Observe from a distance, never feed wildlife, and store food securely if camping is permitted on-site.
- Pack it in, pack it out
- Carry out all trash, food scraps, and gear. Many parks have limited or no trash service.
- Leave what you find
- Don't take rocks, plants, or artifacts. They make the park what it is for the next visitor.
Set push alerts in the Snoflo app
Save Cottonwood Point Wilderness as a favorite, set a custom threshold (precipitation, freezing temperatures, fire-restriction days), and the iOS app will push the moment conditions cross.
About Cottonwood Point Wilderness
What can I do at Cottonwood Point Wilderness?
Most Snoflo-tracked parks support hiking, picnicking, and wildlife viewing. Check the operator's site for activity-specific rules (camping, fishing, paddling, hunting).
How fresh is the weather data?
The hourly forecast updates throughout the day from NOAA / yr.no. Streamflow comes live from USGS streamgauges.
When is the best time to visit?
Use the 15-day temperature & precipitation outlook on this page to plan -- pick a window with comfortable temperatures and low precipitation.
How do I get to Cottonwood Point Wilderness?
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 park.
Can I get alerts when conditions change?
Yes -- alerts are managed in the Snoflo iOS app. Favorite this park, set a threshold (temperature, precipitation), and you'll get a push the moment it crosses.
Other parks near here
Snoflo-tracked parks within driving distance of Cottonwood Point Wilderness.