Cottonwood (NE) Day Use Shelter Reservations

Lewis and Clark Lake, South Dakota

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Cottonwood (NE) Day Use Shelter quick facts

Cancellation alerts: We check Cottonwood (NE) Day Use Shelter for cancellations and email you when a site opens.
Reservations: Reserved on Recreation.gov.
Campsites: 1 site.
Location: South Dakota.South Dakota campgrounds

As of November 2026, Cottonwood (NE) Day Use Shelter is a campground in South Dakota with 1 campsite. Cottonwood (NE) Day Use Shelter is booked through Recreation.gov.

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Cottonwood (NE) Day Use Shelter is located at 42.8630° N, 97.4846° W.

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Campsites at Cottonwood (NE) Day Use Shelter

Group 1
Hookups 1

Amenities

potable water
playground

At a glance: Setting: Lake.

Things to do: fishing, horse riding.

All sites at Cottonwood (NE) Day Use Shelter, as listed by Recreation.gov

Site	Type	Hookups
Cottonwood Day Use Picnic Shelter	Group	Electric

About Cottonwood (NE) Day Use Shelter

Overview

Cottonwood Day Use Shelter is located near Lake Yankton in Cottonwood Day Use Area.

Recreation

Horse shoe pits, a disc golf course, a sand volleyball court, and a playground all sit next to the Cottonwood Day Use Shelter. It is also close to Lake Yankton which has plenty of shoreline access for fishing.

Facilities

The shelter has lights, electricty, water near by, and a large grill.

Nearby Attractions

Nearby attractions include, Gavins Point Dam, Lewis and Clark and historic Yankton, SD.

Rules and notices at Cottonwood (NE) Day Use Shelter

Recreation.gov does not date these notices. We last read them on November 11, 2026. Check Cottonwood (NE) Day Use Shelter on Recreation.gov

Notices from Recreation.gov

The shelter closes at 10pm.

For more information, call the Lewis and Clark Visitor Center at 402-667-2546.

Maxium occupancy is 200 people.

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Cottonwood (NE) Day Use Shelter FAQ

How do I make a campground reservation at Cottonwood (NE) Day Use Shelter?

Campsites at Cottonwood (NE) Day Use Shelter are reserved on Recreation.gov. If your dates are sold out, set a cancellation alert and we email you when a site opens.

What campgrounds are near Cottonwood (NE) Day Use Shelter?

Campgrounds near Cottonwood (NE) Day Use Shelter include Cottonwood (NE) Campground, Pierson Ranch Recreation Area, Gavins Point Overlook Day Use Shelter, Nebraska Tailwaters Campground and Chief White Crane Recreation Area.

How hard is it to get a campsite at Cottonwood (NE) Day Use Shelter?

Cottonwood (NE) Day Use Shelter is rated "Hard to Book" based on historical demand. This campground is popular and often books out weeks in advance. Your best strategy is to monitor cancellations.

How do I find last-minute availability at Cottonwood (NE) Day Use Shelter?

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How many campsites does Cottonwood (NE) Day Use Shelter have?

Cottonwood (NE) Day Use Shelter has 1 campsites.