Glenwood, UT

Little Cottonwood Campground

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About this spot

Overview

The Little Cottonwood Campground is conveniently located off Utah's I-15, adjacent to the Beaver River just outside of the community of Beaver in the Fishlake National Forest. At 6,500 feet in elevation, this is a great place to enjoy the mountains where recreation opportunities include stream fishing, hiking, and hunting.

Recreation

Enjoy fishing in the Beaver River; an accessible fishing path is located within the campground. The Piute ATV Trail is nearby; however there is no access directly from the campground. Be prepared to trailer ATVs to the nearby trailheads for access. Nearby Cottonwood Trail is a horse and foot trail that is accessed through the lower part of Cottonwood Campground. This rugged trail will lead southwest for about the first two miles and then takes a sharp turn to the east through Horse Flat.

Facilities

The campground has fourteen single-family campsites, two of which are accessible units available for reservation. All campsites are paved and have picnic tables and grills. An accessible restroom with flush toilets serves the campground. Potable water is available during the summer season. RVs up to 40 feet in length can be accommodated; no hook-ups are available.

Natural Features

Common vegetation includes cottonwood, aspen, pinion, juniper and ponderosa pine trees. A majority of campsites at Little Cottonwood are well-shaded. The Fishlake National Forest offers spectacular vistas and opportunities to view wildlife in their natural habitat. Elk, deer, black bear, moose, cougar and mountain goats are some of the large animals that call the forest home.

Typical weather

Beaver River

Average water temperature
Average water temperature for Beaver River, January through DecemberEach point shows the monthly average water temperature in degrees Fahrenheit.35°JJanuary: average water temperature 35°F37°FFebruary: average water temperature 37°F43°MMarch: average water temperature 43°F45°AApril: average water temperature 45°F50°MMay: average water temperature 50°F55°JJune: average water temperature 55°F61°JJuly: average water temperature 61°F60°AAugust: average water temperature 60°F58°SSeptember: average water temperature 58°F47°OOctober: average water temperature 47°F41°NNovember: average water temperature 41°F34°DDecember: average water temperature 34°F

Water: Water Quality Portal — 53 field-sample stations

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