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The BLM Cottonwood Recreation Site sits among groves of cottonwoods along the scenic Upper Salmon River and provides a beautiful setting for fishing and camping. It also has a boat ramp, allows RVs and has a dumping station, provides accessible campsites and includes a day use area with barbecues, tent sites and group camp sites. There are 15 non-reservable camp sites in total. This site typically has cell service.
Travel north of Challis, Idaho on Highway 93 for approximately 14 miles. The recreation site will be on your left between the highway and the Salmon River.
Camping fee: $10/night; Stay limit: 14 Dayss.
Day use area with horse shoe pits and reservable covered group shelter: $25/day (Call Challis Field Office at 208-879-6200 for reservation)
