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Cottonwood (ca) Campground

Campground · National forest in Plumas County, California.

14Campsites
1.8 miTo Frenchman Lake
67 ftLongest RV site

At a glance

Managed byUSDA Forest Service (Plumas National Forest)
Campsites14
Site types12 standard, no electric, 2 group standard, no electric
Longest RV/trailer site67 ft
RVs welcomeYes
Dogs allowedYes
Phone(408) 489-3205
ReservationsRecreation.gov

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About Cottonwood (ca) Campground

Cottonwood Springs Campground (5,700) is located on the southwest side of Frenchman Lake. The surrounding pine forest provides ample shade during summers' hot afternoons. The lake, recreation area and surrounding forest and rangeland offer a wide variety of recreational opportunities and adventures. Two group sites provide families and other groups the location to get together for you special outdoor experience. Hunting, fishing, boating, water sports and nature viewing are just some of the possibilities. Recreation The nearby 1,580-acre Frenchman Lake provides ample opportunities for swimming, boating, water skiing, jet skiing and fishing.

Description: Recreation.gov (U.S. federal government, public domain), shortened.

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Cottonwood (ca) Campground is in Plumas County.

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Sources: Recreation.gov (RIDB). Pulled Oct 12, 2026. Interactive map: Leaflet with © OpenStreetMap contributors. Seasons, rates and rules change; confirm with the campground.