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The BLM Cottonwood Recreation Site sits among groves of cottonwoods along the scenic Salmon River and provides a beautiful setting for fishing and camping. It also has a boat ramp, allows RVs, provides accessible campsites and includes a day use area with barbecues, tent sites and group camp sites. 15 camp sites total. This is one of a number of sites on the Upper Salmon River. The headwaters of the Salmon River are in the Sawtooth National Recreation Area. BLM recreation sites along this stretch start at the East Fork confluence, followed downstream by Deadman Hole, Bayhorse Campground, Challis Bridge, and Cottonwood Campground.
north of Challis, Idaho. Travel north from Challis 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; standard stay limits. Day use area with horse shoe pits and reservable covered group shelter: $25/day (Call Challis Field Office at 208-879-6200 for reservation)
Excellent winter campspot. Far enough from the road for privacy, but easy access. The river and trees are beautiful. Nice firepits, plenty of room.
Great place to park an RV while visiting the Challis, Idaho area. No hookups but level sites right on the Salmon River. Very quiet and secluded with cottonwood trees throughout the park. Host is exceptional and helpful. This photo is from RV site #1 looking across the river.
Really enjoyed stopping here. Seems like a nice area to go camping when we get a chance. Enjoyed walking down to the water and just listen to it as it goes by
