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COTTONWOOD (TX), Big Bend National Park, TXDescriptionIn the very southwestern corner of Big Bend National Park lies a quiet little oasis in the desert known as Cottonwood Campground. Located conveniently between the Castolon Historical District and lovely Santa Elena Canyon on the tail end of the Ross Maxwell Scenic Drive, this small 31-site campground is one of the least-known and therefore least-occupied campgrounds in Big Bend. Particularly popular with bird watchers, due to its proximity to the Rio Grande River, Cottonwood Campground is indeed a haven for those wishing to study the abundant bird life in Big Bend while also escaping the hordes of visitors to the park, especially during the busy months. That's not to say the campground never fills up - it certainly will during the Thanksgiving and Christmas/New Year holidays, and again at Spring Break - but at most any other time of the year, there will always be campsites available here in the shade of the cottonwood trees. All 31 campsites at Cottonwood Campground are on a first-come, first-served ONLY basis year-round, and the fee for these sites is $14 per night. No generators are allowed at any time in the campground and no dump station is available. There are pit toilets available, as well as potable water spigots. Cottonwood Campground has one Group Camping site available on a reservation basis only for groups of no fewer than 9 and no greater than 25 persons. The Group Camping site is a walk-in tent site only, and as such, no RVs or trailers are allowed. Vehicle parking is restricted to an adjacent parking area. This site may be reserved up to 360 days in advance, but must be reserved at least 4 days prior to the group's arrival. To make reservations for this site, contact ReserveAmerica.com online, or call 1-877-444-6777. The fee for this Group Camping site is $3 per person per night. Since the terrorist attacks of September 11, 2001, border crossing conditions in the park have changed. Even though Cottonwood Campground is located near the Rio Grande River and is essentially just across from Mexico, re-entering the United States at other than official Points of Entry is illegal. The closest Points of Entry to the park are Presidio to the northwest and Del Rio to the east. Big Bend National Park is NOT an authorized border crossing point. Persons found re-entering the US at other than official Points of Entry may be liable for a fine of up to $5,000 or imprisonment of up to 1 year, or both. Area elevation: 1900'Alerts and Important InformationThis is a "NO GENERATOR" campsite. Generators are not allowed. There is no electricity/water/sewer site hook-ups at this campground. Open year round and all the campsites are available on a first come-first served basis. The Group Campsite is available for advanced reservations year round. Group site for TENTS ONLY. No RV'S/TRAVEL TRAILERS. Reservations must be made at least 4 days in advance. ADVISORY! Border crossing conditions have changed. Entering the United States at other than an authorized border crossing point is illegal. The closest legal ports of entry are Del Rio and Presidio, TX. Big Bend National Park is NOT an authorized border crossing point. If you re-enter the United States within Big Bend National Park, you may be liable for a fine of not more than $5,000 or imprisonment for not more than one year, or both. CAUTION: Javelinas/Bobcats frequent the area. All food must be kept in approved containers. Dispose of trash in animal-proof dumpsters provided. Do not place coolers or food boxes on the ground at any time. Do not feed wildlife, INCLUDING BIRDS. Pets must be kept on a leash at all times. Do not leave pets unattended. Pets are not allowed on trails, in backcountry, or on the river. Do not destroy, injure, deface, dig, or disturb any park resources, including plants, animals, fossils, rocks, or artifacts. Possession of park resources is theft. Please report any illegal activities to a park ranger or campground host. Washing of vehicles is prohibited. Do not connect hoses to spigots. DO NOT BATHE AT WATER SPIGOTS OR IN RESTROOMS. Getting There:Cottonwood (TX)PO BOX 129 Big Bend Nat. Park TX 79834 GPS Info. (Latitude, Longitude): 29.13694, -103.52222 From I-10, take Highway 385 south to Fort Stockton and then on to Marathon. From Marathon it is 40 miles south on Highway 385 to north entrance of Big Bend National Park. Drive straight ahead 26 miles to Park Headquarters at Panther Junction. Turn right at the the intersection and go 13 miles west to Santa Elena Canyon turn off to the left. Go 23 miles to the Cottonwood Campground. Phone Park for More Information:Information: (432)477-1121
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