Cottonwood South - is by Cottonwood Lake west of Buena Vista.
Cottonwood Lake is a great lake for fishing, having a picnic, hiking, or just taking a nap. Have fun with this one! Look for mountain goats in the rock outcroppings in this area. There are also lots of beaver in this area. Cottonwood Lake is a 40 acre, man-made lake that serves as one of the water sources for the town ... A gravel boat ramp is located on the west side of the lake. Cottonwood Lake is 9,552 feet in elevation and offers beautiful scenery. A multitude of outdoor activities are available at the lake, including fishing, camping, kayaking, hiking and 4-wheel drive adventures. Snowmobiling, cross country skiing, ice skating and ice fishing are great winter activities at Cottonwood Lake.
