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Prescott, Arizona, nestled in the breathtaking Prescott National Forest, offers a haven for camping enthusiasts. With its mild climate, beautiful pine forests, and scenic lakes, Prescott provides the perfect backdrop for outdoor adventures. Whether seeking a serene lakeside retreat or a cozy woodland escape, Prescott has something for everyone. Here’s a look at the top places to camp in Prescott, AZ.
Top Places to Camp in Prescott
1. Lower Wolf Creek Campground
The Lower Wolf Creek Campground includes 20 campsites with a 14-day stay limit. The campground does not have hookups, dump stations, shower facilities, or drinking water, and RVs can be at most 40 feet. A campground host can provide information and help visitors find a suitable site. No reservation, first-come basis; a $ 10 fee per campsite applies.
Directions: Take the Senator Highway (Mt. Vernon Avenue) south of Prescott for about 6 miles. You will pass the entrance to Goldwater Lake and the community of Groom Creek. The pavement will end about 500 feet before you reach Forest Road 97. Turn right onto FR 97 and travel for another 1.25 miles to the campground on the right of the road. FR 97 is unpaved but is suitable for all vehicles during dry road conditions.
2. Hilltop Campground Near Lynx Lake
The Hilltop Campground has 38 campsites and can generally accommodate most recreational vehicles under 40 feet in length; it is about 0.5 miles directly south of Lynx Lake, with a 7-day stay limit, $18 nightly fee per site.
On Lynx Lake’s north shore, a general store and boat rentals are located, as are several hiking trails into the backcountry. A campground host is also located there for assistance and campsite selection.
Lynx Lake is approximately 55 surface acres and is periodically stocked with trout.
3. Watson Lake
This area is full of granite boulders, making it a popular spot for camping and picnicking.
The campground features impressive rock formations throughout the park. Each campsite is unique and ranges from small camper back-in sites to Class A pull-through sites. The park features a trail that brings guests to Watson Lake Park. You can email reservation requests or call their office to make reservations. The campground includes 96 full-service campsites. Amenities include bathrooms with showers, a laundry facility, free Wi-Fi, and a beautiful trail system through the Dells to Watson Lake Park. The campground is only 5 miles from downtown Prescott.
4. Granite Basin
This 22-site campground is located in the Granite Basin Recreation Area amidst granite boulders in mixed pinyon-juniper and ponderosa pines. It is convenient to Granite Basin Lake, Granite Mountain Wilderness, and five-day-use sites with picnic facilities and trail access.
22 campsites with picnic tables, fire pits, and grills. Drinking water, Composting toilets, and Garbage service.
RVs: Maximum vehicle length is 40 feet, no RV hookups, drinking water is available for use on-site, but not for filling RV water tanks
Fees: $18 for a campsite, $36 for a double campsite, $5 for an extra vehicle
5. Willow Lake RV Park
The family-owned and Operated RV Park is nestled among 12 scenic acres of rustic, natural terrain in beautiful Granite Dells in Historic Prescott, Arizona.
Campground Amenities: Open Year-Round, Full Hookup, Shaded RV and tent Sites, 30 Amp—50 Amp, Clean Restrooms, Laundry, Cable TV, Wi-Fi at Site.
6. Potato Patch Campground
A little further out in the Bradshaw Mountains off 89A, Potato Patch Campground is perfect for those seeking cooler temperatures and stunning mountain views.
The campground is 7,200 ft. in elevation between Mingus Mountain and Woodchute Wilderness in a beautiful ponderosa pine forest. To make reservations, click on the availability button to the right to book this site or call 1 (877) 444-6777. Contact the Verde Ranger District at 1 (928) 567-4121 for general campground questions.
Each site at Potato Patch Campground features a picnic table, paved parking, a level tent pad (non-electric sites only), and an elevated fire ring with a grill. Twelve sites on Loop B have electrical hookups (30 amp). Tents are not permitted.
All campers have access to three composting toilets, garbage service, and potable water (not for filling RV tanks).
Give BloomTree a Call
All in all, Prescott, Arizona, is an excellent place to camp. No matter what kind of camping experience you’re looking for – be it seclusion in the woods or increased access to amenities – Prescott has a campsite that can fit your needs. You’ll find beautiful scenery and an array of nearby activities to enjoy. Prescott is definitely worth considering if you are looking for scenic camping away from it all or close enough to take advantage of the various countryside attractions.
If you have any questions about real estate, don’t hesitate to call BloomTree Realty at 928-443-8800! Our agents look forward to helping you explore the many sights that this unique town has to offer.
