Yavapai Campground
Yavapai Campground is within the Granite Basin Recreation Area, at an elevation of 5,600 feet. The campground is located seven miles northwest of downtown Prescott. Main attractions are mild weather, cool ponderosa pine forest, and Granite Basin Lake. Activities include fishing for largemouth bass, channel catfish, and sunfish, canoeing, hiking, mountain biking, horseback riding, and bird watching. Rising to the northwest is prominent Granite Mountain Wilderness Area. Several connector and loop trails reside in close proximity to the campground. Most trails allow for multiple modes of travel.
Some sites take reservations on Recreation.gov. Others are first-come, first-served.
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Site mix
| Standard, no hookups | 20 |
| Standard with electric | 1 |
Site guide
Will my RV fit
The longest site here provides 40 feet of vehicle capacity. Most sites are shorter.
21 sites. Tap a filter to narrow the list; the map follows.
| Site | Type | Entry | Fits, ft | Surface | Shade | Power | People / vehicles | Fires | Accessible | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Standard | Back-in | 40 | Paved | Partial | No | 5 / 2 | Yes | Prime | |
| 2 | Standard | Back-in | 36 | Paved | Partial | No | 5 / 2 | Yes | Standard | |
| 3 | Standard | Back-in | 25 | Paved | No | 5 / 2 | Yes | Yes | Preferred | |
| 4 | Standard | Back-in | 25 | Paved | Partial | No | 5 / 2 | Yes | Preferred | |
| 5 | Standard | Back-in | 40 | Paved | Partial | No | 10 / 4 | Yes | Yes | Preferred |
| 6 | Standard | Back-in | 40 | Paved | No | 5 / 2 | Yes | Yes | Standard | |
| 7 | Standard | Back-in | 40 | Paved | No | 5 / 2 | Yes | Yes | Standard | |
| 8 | Standard | Back-in | 40 | Paved | Partial | No | 5 / 2 | Yes | Preferred | |
| 9 | Electric | Back-in | 37 | Paved | Partial | 50 amp | 5 / 2 | Yes | Yes | Preferred |
| 10 | Standard | Back-in | 25 | Paved | Partial | No | 5 / 2 | Yes | Standard |
Per-site records as published by the managing agency on Recreation.gov. Blank cells mean the agency listed nothing for that site. Check-in 2:00 PM, checkout 12:00 PM.
Amenities & rules
| Hookups | Electric |
| Max vehicle length | 40 ft |
| Equipment | RVs & trailers, Tents |
| Pets | Allowed |
| Campfires | Allowed, subject to restrictions |
| Tent pads | Yes |
| Accessibility | Sites 3, 5, 6, 7 and 2 more are listed accessible |
Yavapai Campground has 19 single occupancy campsites and two double occupancy campsites. Campsites number 4, 16, and 21 are walk-in only and cannot be reserved. Each campsite has a picnic table, steel fire ring, and established tent pad(s). Four accessible campsites have small pedestal fire grills. All campsite driveways are back-in and have asphalt surfaces. Some campsite driveways allow a camp unit (RV or tow vehicle and trailer) and an extra vehicle quite easily, but others do not. Campsites number 3 and 4 are limited to a trailer length of 15 feet maximum or an RV length of 25 feet maximum. Campsite 9 has a 50 amp available. Campsite 10 can accommodate a trailer length of 10 feet maximum (i.e. pop-up) or a cab-over camper, or an RV that is a maximum length of 25 feet. Services include two composting restrooms, trash dumpsters, and water faucets. There is no dump station in the campground.
Individual sites vary. Confirm on Recreation.gov or with the managing office.
Season & status
| Season | April 1 - October 31 |
| Forest | Prescott National Forest |
| Booking | The following sites may be reserved on the day of arrival or up to six months in advance through Recreation.gov or call 1 (877) 444-6777: 1,2,3, 5-15, 17-20 Sites 4, 16 and 21 are available on a… |
| Fees | $18 for campsite. $36 for double campsite. $5 for extra vehicle |
| Rules | Check-in after 2:00 p.m./Check-out by 12:00 noon. Quiet hours between 10 p.m. and 6 a.m. Campfires in developed fire pits only. Fireworks are prohibited. Dogs must be on leash (6' maximum). OHV/ATV use prohibited in the campground. Maximum length of stay: 14 days in 30-day period on the Prescott National Forest including stays at dispersed recreation sites. |
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Getting there
From downtown Prescott, take Montezuma Street north to Whipple Street, which becomes Iron Springs Road. Continue northwest on Iron Springs Road for 3.5 miles and then turn right onto Granite Basin Road (FSR 374). Travel 2 miles to Yavapai Campground located on the left.
| Nearest town | Prescott, Arizona |
| Coordinates | 34.6025° N, 112.5387° W · Directions ↗ |
Supplies & services
| Outdoor gear | Manzanita's Outdoors ↗ | 5.5 mi |
| RV sales & service | Little Dealer Little Prices ↗ | 13 mi |
| Dump station | Dump station ↗ | 31.2 mi |
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Worth a stop
Within a short distance of Yavapai Campground, in the Granite Basin Recreation Area, there are several day use areas and Granite Basin Lake. Visitors enjoy fishing, bird-watching, backpacking, hiking, horseback riding, mountain biking, picnicking, camping, and just plain relaxing. Immediately rising north of Granite Basin Lake is Granite Mountain at 6,874 feet. The rugged topography and mixed vegetation it comprises is enveloped by the Granite Mountain Wilderness Area. Alto Pit OHV Campground and Day-Use Area is just a 15 minute drive to the southwest of the Granite Basin Recreation Area. Rising prominently to the south of the Granite Basin Recreation Area is Thumb Butte. At an elevation of 6,515 feet, Thumb Butte is one of the most popular destinations in the Prescott National Forest.
- 4 miWilliamson Valley Trailhead ↗Trailhead
- 9.1 miRanch (62) Trailhead ↗Trailhead
- 10.2 miLynx Lake Marina & Store Boating Site ↗Boat launch
- 10.2 mi
- 11.7 mi
Trails nearby
- 0.4 miWillow Connector0.5 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike
- 0.4 miBalancing Rock3.2 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike
- 0.4 miSurprise Spring1.3 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike
- 0.4 miWest Lake1.5 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike
- 0.5 miJavalina ↗6.9 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike
- 0.6 miHokaygon1.4 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike
Trailheads within three miles
- 0.5 miCayuse Equestrian Trailhead ↗Prescott National Forest · Season Year-round
- 1 miMetate Trailhead ↗Prescott National Forest · Season Year-round
- 1.8 miIron Springs Trailhead ↗Prescott National Forest
- 1.8 miSpence Springs Trailhead ↗Prescott National Forest
Trail and trailhead records are the Forest Service's. Distances are straight-line to the nearer trail end. Trail conditions are not tracked here.
Public land it sits in
This campground sits inside Prescott National Forest.
- inPrescott National Forest ↗National Forest · Forest Service · 1,411,550 acres
- 1.3 miGranite Mountain Wilderness ↗Wilderness · Forest Service · 9,808 acres
Each unit is published as a centre point and an acreage rather than a boundary, so this section stands it in for a circle of the same area. Whether a campground is inside, and how far it is from one it is outside, are both approximate.
Other campgrounds nearby
On the National Register nearby
- Brinkmeyer HouseBuilding · Prescott · 5.4 mi
- Hassayampa Historic DistrictHistoric district · Prescott · 5.4 mi
- A. W. Robinson BuildingBuilding · Prescott · 5.4 mi
Natural features
Yavapai Campground was designed to be integrated within the natural setting of granite rock outcrops and a variety of ponderosa pine, limber pine, oak, manzanita, and a variety of shrubs and grasses. The facility is located within Granite Basin Recreation area. Access to Granite Mountain Wilderness and Granite Basin Lake can either be made by several interlocking hiking trails or by driving a short distance.
Recreation
Yavapai Campground is available year-round and is enjoyed by people of all age groups and diverse backgrounds. Campsites are designed for RV, trailer, or tent camping. Two sites allow for double occupancy. Most campsites are compact and each has a degree of privacy and solitude. Many popular outdoor activities abound in the Granite Basin Recreation Area.
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Reference
Questions people ask
Do I need a reservation at Yavapai Campground?
For some sites. Some sites take reservations on Recreation.gov. Others are first-come, first-served.
Source: Recreation.gov
How much does it cost to camp at Yavapai Campground?
$18 for campsite. $36 for double campsite. $5 for extra vehicle
Source: Recreation.gov
What time is check-in at Yavapai Campground?
Check-in 2:00 PM, checkout 12:00 PM.
Source: Recreation.gov
How many sites does Yavapai Campground have?
21 sites, including 20 standard sites without power and 1 standard site with power.
Source: Recreation.gov
Will my RV fit at Yavapai Campground?
The longest site here provides 40 feet of vehicle capacity. Most sites are shorter. The sidebar tool checks a trailer or motorhome length against every site.
Source: Will my RV fit
Does Yavapai Campground have hookups?
Yes, electric hookups at some sites.
Source: Recreation.gov
Are there showers or a dump station at Yavapai Campground?
There is no dump station in the campground.
Source: Recreation.gov
Are pets allowed at Yavapai Campground?
Yes, pets are allowed at Yavapai Campground. Leash rules apply.
Source: Recreation.gov
Can I have a campfire at Yavapai Campground?
Fires are allowed in the provided rings under normal conditions. Check-in after 2:00 p.m./Check-out by 12:00 noon.
Source: Recreation.gov
Are there accessible sites at Yavapai Campground?
Sites 3, 5, 6, and 7 are listed accessible on Recreation.gov, 6 sites in all. What that covers (a paved pad, an accessible table, a nearby accessible restroom) is on each site's booking page.
Source: Recreation.gov
Is there cell service at Yavapai Campground?
FCC coverage maps show AT&T 4G LTE at the campground point. Terrain changes that from one site to the next.
Source: FCC Broadband Map
What is there to do at Yavapai Campground?
Yavapai Campground is available year-round and is enjoyed by people of all age groups and diverse backgrounds. The Recreation section on this page has the rest.
Source: Recreation