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Cottonwood Campground

🌲 Welcome to Cottonwood Campground

Looking for the perfect getaway to relax, reconnect with nature, and make lasting memories? Cottonwood Campground in Treherne is the ideal destination for families, friends, and outdoor enthusiasts alike! Nestled in a peaceful setting with plenty of shade and space, and conveniently located just west of Vanzile Street, our campground puts you close to everything Treherne has to offer—from historic attractions to a heated swimming pool.

Your gateway to outdoor adventure, family fun, and relaxation in the heart of Treherne!

Book Your Stay: Cottonwood Campground Online Booking

2026 Booking: Begins April 1st

🏊‍♂️ Swimming & Lessons

Just a short walk from your campsite, the Treherne Aquatic Centre offers swimming lessons and a heated pool for kids and adults alike.

⛳ Golf Nearby

Tee off at the Treherne Delahunt Golf & Country Club – a scenic 9-hole course just 2 miles from town.

🚴 New Bike Pump Track

Coming this summer! Bring your bike and enjoy the fun, fast, and family-friendly pump track right at the campground.

🌿 Tiger Hills Trail

Step onto the new Tiger Hills Trail directly from the campground. Perfect for walking, biking, or running while taking in the beautiful countryside.

🏕 Your Campsite

64 full-service sites (30-amp, water, sewer)
2 full-service Sites (50-amp, water, sewer)
Playground & fire pits
Modern washrooms & showers
Wi-Fi hotspot near playground

🏞 Explore Treherne

Historic Attractions: Glass Bottle Buildings, Treherne Museum, Second Chance Car Museum
Trails & Nature: Boyne Valley Trail, Pinkerton Lake Trail, and Tiger Hills Trail are scenic walking/biking paths
Local Amenities: Grocery stores, gas stations, propane, laundromat, ice cream and ATMs nearby
Treherne Farmers’ Market: Thursdays in July & August at the campground from 4:30 PM to 5:30 PM

Camping Areas

Cottonwood Park – Main area with washrooms, playground, and updated 30-amp serviced sites (2013).
Basswood Bay – Full-service sites (30-amp electricity, water, sewer) built in 2005.

Note: Most cottonwood trees were removed after the 2016 storm, leaving a few along the edge of the campground.

Rates

Daily Site – $37/day (includes GST + booking fees via Let’s Camp)
All sites include full service – electricity, water, and sewer

Campground Rules & Tips

To keep everyone safe and happy, we ask all visitors to follow these simple guidelines:

Check-In/Out – 3:00 p.m. check-in, 2:00 p.m. check-out.
Site Occupancy – One camping unit per site, plus an optional additional tent if space allows.
Parking – Two vehicles per site on the gravel pad. Visitor parking available near Cottonwood Park.
Speed Limit – 15 km/hr inside the campground.
Pets – Leashed at all times; owners must clean up after pets. No pets in buildings or playground.
Campfires – Only in designated fire pits. Firewood is provided. Firewood must stay on-site to prevent the spread of invasive species.
Noise – Quiet time 11 p.m. – 9 a.m. Fireworks are prohibited.
Alcohol – Only at your assigned site and in accordance with The Liquor Control Act.
Safety – Bicycles, e-bikes, and scooters are allowed (parental guidance recommended). Off-road vehicles are not permitted.

Emergency & Evacuation: In the event of severe weather (high winds, heavy rain, tornado warnings), voluntary evacuation procedures are in place. The Treherne Community Centre serves as an emergency shelter if needed. Contact the Campground Manager at 431-290-2044 for guidance.

Contact Information

Campground Manager: 431-290-2044 (Call or Text)
Operations Manager: Jacee Frizzley – 204-723-0994
Emergency Services: 911

Come enjoy a relaxing stay surrounded by nature, local attractions, and all the fun that Treherne has to offer.

We can’t wait to welcome you to Cottonwood Campground!

Rates: Resolution (20 1125) $37.00 per day, these amounts include G.S.T. plus a booking fee as per Let's Camp.

Campground reservations may be booked starting April 1st of each year' at 9:00 am to the general public. All reservations are to be made online at www.trehernecamping.ca.

The Cottonwood Campground opens the Friday of May long weekend to the general public and closes last weekend of September - (weather depending).

Seasonal renters may check in once the campground opens (Friday of May Long weekend) and check out last Sunday of September (weather dependent).

Propane available at Treherne Concrete and Bills Esso
ATM machines located at CIBC and Sunrise Credit Union
Laundry mat located at Central Towing

Cancellations/Changes/Refunds: For a cancellation with a minimum of 1 night's notice, you will receive a refund of 100%, minus the $10 cancellation fee and any fees set by Let’s Camp. If you cancel with less than 1 night's notice, no refund will be awarded. If a reservation isn’t cancelled or a no show, all fees are forfeited. Refunds will not be given for occasional renters on or after the arrival date. Refunds can be given to seasonal renters only for certain Medical or Emergency reasons. Rent will be prorated using the current Annual Rate in effect at the time. Refund will require written proof of Emergency or Doctor’s Notice of illness to the Municipal Office. No refund will be given for the unused portion of the reservation if evicted. Camping fees will not be refunded due to a pool breakdown or closure, and the cancellation policy will remain as is. No refunds will be given for undesirable weather.

Site Occupancy: Each campsite is designed for one camping unit. A camping unit would be defined as a tent, tent-trailer, travel trailer, truck-camper, motor home or fifth wheel. If space allows, an additional tent or dining tent may also be used.

Examples: 1 Camping Unit with 1 Dining Tent or 1 Camping Tent

2 Tents (1 camping tent and 1 Dining Tent or 2 Camping Tents)

Parking: Each site is provided with a gravel parking pad for adequate space for two (2) vehicles in addition to the camping unit. Please do not park on the grass or road. All other vehicles must park in “Visitor Parking” south of Cottonwood Park along the walking path located near the baseball field. Anyone parking in such a manner as to block the driveway of a neighbouring site or impeding the flow of traffic must move the vehicle immediately. Everyone must abide by the rules and park in designated parking areas. The Campground Manager will periodically check that parking rules are implemented. If parking rules are not being followed, the owner of the vehicle will be asked to move their vehicle. All visitors must leave the campground by 11:00 p.m.
Occupant’s Responsibilities: The registered occupant assumes all responsibility for the behaviour of and/or damages caused by their family members and/or guests. It is recommended that Children are supervised at all times. Occupants are responsible for their children’s behaviour or any children left in their care. Uncontrolled, destructive behaviour will not be tolerated and may lead to eviction and/or banning from the campground. Regular bicycles, E-Bikes, and scooters are permitted (parental guidance recommended). Off-road vehicles are not permitted (ATV’s, motorbikes, side-by-sides, UTV’s, etc.). Each occupant is responsible for maintaining a neat and clean site. Seasonal Sites are responsible for maintaining their own site.

Campfires: Firewood is provided. Fires are only permitted within the fire pits provided. Moving fire pits is prohibited. Removal of firewood from the campground is prohibited and will be reported as theft. Please do not transport firewood to prevent the spread of Dutch Elm Disease. Fire pits are not to be used to burn garbage.

Unexpected Weather Conditions: If adverse weather watches have been announced for the immediate area and you would like shelter, contact the Campground Manager, 431-290-2044. The evacuation area is the Treherne Community Centre, and the Campground Manager can access the building. Emergency Number is 9-1-1.

Noise/Disturbances: Please remember the proximity of your neighbours. No excessive noise at any time. Quiet time is between the hours of 11 p.m. and 9 a.m. After 11 p.m. please turn music off and keep voices down. Any disturbance that intrudes on another camper is not permitted. This includes damaging property, fighting, screaming, playing loud music, using insulting or obscene language, intoxication, etc. *All fireworks are prohibited*.

Personal Injury/Property: Cottonwood Campground and the Municipality of Norfolk Treherne shall not be liable for injury to persons or for property loss/damage.

Water Usage: Water is for domestic use only. Washing of vehicles, campers, etc. is not permitted in the campground.

**Ball diamonds and playground equipment is not sanitized and is use at your own risk.

**Washroom facilities will be use at your own risk and will be cleaned regularly.

Evacuation Procedure

In the event of extremely adverse weather such as High Winds, Severe Rainstorms or a Tornado Warning, the decision to voluntary evacuate is the responsibility of the people camping at the Cottonwood Campground.

Procedure:

If adverse weather occurs and / or a weather watch has been announced, the campground manager will post the Voluntary Evacuation Information in both the ladies and men’s washrooms, a copy is to be already posted on the bulletin board.
If campers are requesting shelter the manager is to immediately post the Evacuation Notice on the outside of their camper door and in both the ladies and men’s washrooms. The blue doors (southeast end of building) at the hall will be opened by the campground Manager and the lights turned on. Hall washrooms will be accessible.
Manager should take first aid kit to the Hall with them. It is to include a flashlight in case of a power outage.
If the Hall is used, the campground manager must report this to the Municipal Office. Most likely this will be after hours on the weekend so leaving a message on a recorded device is sufficient. Arrangements for cleaning will be arranged by Municipal Staff if necessary.
If assistance is required call the Chief Administrative Officer. If not able to reach, then call the Operations Manager.
In the event of evacuation, the Campground Manager is to keep track of their time and submit the time from the start of the evacuation until everyone returns to the campground.

If additional volunteers are needed, Council will be called unless the Emergency Command Center has been opened.

VOLUNTARY EVACUATION INFORMATION

In the event of extremely adverse weather such as High Winds, Severe Rainstorms or a Tornado Warning, if you as a camper at the Cottonwood Campground do not feel safe and would like shelter to follow these procedures.

Contact the campground manager at 431-290-2044. The manager will make the decision to open the Community Hall.
Once confirmation that the Hall will be opened, if time allows campers requesting shelter should gather medication, water, flashlight, blankets, snacks or any other items that you feel are necessary and can carry.
Vehicles will not be permitted inside the building and must not be parked in front of any doors to the facility.
If the decision has been made to open the Community Hall campers should put a note on their door window or closest window to the door that they have gone to the Hall, home, friends or relatives house etc... The Hall is located North and East of the Campground, follow dirt road on West side of Cottonwood Park North to the Arena.

Don’t move firewood! As the public prepares for summer camping, everyone is reminded to not move firewood and to purchase firewood as close to your camping destination as possible. Many forests invasive species can travel in firewood hidden under the bark.

To learn more:

https://gov.mb.ca/forest/forestry/forest_health_renewal/index.html

https://gov.mb.ca/forest/forestry/forest_health_renewal/firewood.html

https://gov.mb.ca/forest/pubs/forest_lands/health/emerald_ash_borer.pdf