Lynx Campground

Lynx Lake View From The South Shore With Low Water Level
LYNX CAMPGROUND SITE
Lynx Campground.
Lynx Campground Information Kiosk
Lynx Campground Campsite

Featured amenities

Pet Friendly Pet Friendly
Restrooms Restrooms

Sites & Rates

Average nightly rates

35 total sites

RV Sites

23 sites

Tent Sites

12 sites

About Lynx Campground

Lynx Campground is located in the Lynx Lake Recreation Area at 5,600 feet in elevation. Within 1/4 mile of the popular Lynx Lake, the campground is situated along the lake's west shoreline. The facility is about seven miles southeast of the city of Prescott, Arizona. To make reservations click on the availability button to the right to book on this site or call 1 (877) 444-6777. For general campground questions contact the Bradshaw Ranger District at 1 (928) 443-8000.

Number of accommodations: 35

Seasonal information

2026 (Current year)

2026 Season availability

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Currently open - Apr 1 to Oct 31

Campground Amenities

Most popular amenities

Pet friendly Pet friendly
Restrooms Restrooms
Water and Hygiene

Water and Hygiene

  • Restrooms
Cooking and Fire

Cooking and Fire

  • Campfire Ring
Pets and Policies

Pets and Policies

  • Pet friendly
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Rates, Sites & Availability

Select check-in and check-out dates to see real-time availability for each site.

35 Sites Available

Site
Price
🚐 01, Loop: A RV
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 02, Loop: A RV
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 03, Loop: A RV
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 04, Loop: B RV
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 05, Loop: B RV
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 06, Loop: B RV
No Hookups
Price not available
07, Loop: B Tent
5 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
Price not available
08, Loop: B Tent
5 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
Price not available
🚐 09, Loop: B RV
No Hookups
Price not available
10, Loop: C Tent
5 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
Price not available
11, Loop: C Tent
5 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
Price not available
12, Loop: C Tent
5 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
Price not available
13, Loop: C Tent
5 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
Price not available
14, Loop: C Tent
5 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
Price not available
🚐 15, Loop: D RV
No Hookups
Price not available
16, Loop: D Tent
5 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
Price not available
🚐 17, Loop: D RV
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 18, Loop: D RV
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 19, Loop: D RV
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 20, Loop: D RV
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 21, Loop: E RV
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 22, Loop: E RV
No Hookups
Price not available
23, Loop: E Tent
5 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
Price not available
🚐 24, Loop: F RV
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 25, Loop: F RV
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 26, Loop: F RV
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 27, Loop: F RV
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 28, Loop: G RV
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 29, Loop: G RV
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 30, Loop: G RV
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 31, Loop: G RV
No Hookups
Price not available
32, Loop: H Tent
5 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
Price not available
33, Loop: H Tent
5 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
Price not available
34, Loop: H Tent
5 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
Price not available
🚐 35, Loop: H RV
No Hookups
Price not available

Reviews (677)

What Guests Are Saying

Lynx Campground offers a clean, well-maintained environment with friendly hosts and ample amenities, making it a popular choice for campers. Many reviews highlight the peaceful setting, proximity to hiking trails, and easy access to the lake. While some guests experienced issues with generator noise and a few minor disturbances, the overall consensus is that Lynx Campground is a fantastic place for a relaxing getaway.

Review Summary

4.5
677 reviews
5
69.1%
468
4
17.1%
116
3
7.5%
51
2
3.5%
24
1
2.7%
18

Vicki R

Verified

June 3, 2025 Stayed at: 04, Loop: B

5

Our site was very nice. Loop B, Site 4. Very clean and nicely spaced away from other campers. Wifi was non-existent.

Richard H

Verified

June 3, 2025 Stayed at: 01, Loop: A

5

The campground hosts at Lynx were awesome. Always around making sure all ok. Bathrooms nice and clean. Lynx is one of our favorite campgrounds to go to. See you in August.

Eric M

Verified

May 21, 2025 Stayed at: 08, Loop: B

4

Nice camp ground, very clean and quiet. Its hard to believe your any a few minutes from town.

Ryan C

Verified

May 21, 2025 Stayed at: 13, Loop: C

5

Great place to get away, it was enjoyable, I can't wait until the lake water level is back up!

Sean W

Verified

May 18, 2025 Stayed at: 29, Loop: G

5

perfect

Jessie W

Verified

May 13, 2025 Stayed at: 15, Loop: D

5

Great campsite! 15D was more private than other campsites and right next to a trail that leads to Lynx Lake. Only downside is the lake nearby is half empty, but great walking path around it. Clean bathrooms, short drive into Prescott — recommend walking around Watson Lake!

Bettina P

Verified

May 13, 2025 Stayed at: 12, Loop: C

2

This campground must be reserved on Recreation.gov which makes it very expensive due to the eight dollar reservation fee which has to be paid even for same day.
Not every loop has paid toilets which makes it a long way to walk to the toilet. The only set of flashing toilets were locked, a sign announced the arrival of Porta Potties “soon”. The only thing that actually worked with the water taps.
Apparently there are showers and flushing toilets at Lynx Lake which is not accessible from the campground and requires a separate entry fee.
I will not go back to this campground. Unfortunately around Prescott there are very little camping options and the dispersed camping nearby is all taking up by people who seem to be living there permanently.

Angela H

Verified

May 11, 2025 Stayed at: 09, Loop: B

3

The campground itself was beautiful and the site (B9) was PERFECT for our party (8 adults). The reason I’m only giving it a 3 star review was for issues related to the restroom:

The site restrooms were closed (we were not told this upon arrival or before) although the sign said Porta potties would be coming, there were none delivered. Anytime anyone needs to use the restroom they had to walk or drive to a different section of the camp. It was not close at all. There is no running water around B9 either so thst needs to be accounted for as well (not too much of an issue for us).

People should also be aware that the lake is drained, so water activities are minimal if that’s why you chose this campground (for a lake).

Luke B

Verified

May 10, 2025 Stayed at: 10, Loop: C

5

Great campsite

Skylar P

Verified

May 6, 2025 Stayed at: 30, Loop: G

5

A very well kept and nice campground. The tent pad had plenty of room and it was nice being back away from the road with the parking spot blocking the view of the road or any other campsites. We could not figure out how to check in which was a little stressful upon arrival but had no other issues. Not many places to hang a hammock if that’s something you like to do.

Location Lynx Campground

Address:
Prescott National Forest, Bradshaw Ranger District, 344 S. Cortez Street
Prescott, AZ, 86303
United States

Elevation: 1718 feet

Distance to downtown

7.1 mi drive to downtown Prescott (about 15 min)

Policies & Rules

General

  • Maximum stay limit is 14 days within 30 consecutive days in Prescott National Forest including stays at dispersed sites.
  • No RV hook-ups or dump stations are available.
  • Quiet hours between and a.m
  • Pets are welcome but must be on a 6 foot leash or in a cage and never unattended.
  • Three designated handicap accessible campsites are found in the campground (campsites 20, 21, and 35).
  • At least one person must occupy a campsite during the first night after camping equipment is set up. Camping equipment may not be left unattended for more than 24 hours.
  • All guests with an extra vehicle must pay with exact change using the self-pay kiosk upon arrival.
  • Boats with motors are allowed on Lynx Lake and are restricted to 10 HP or less.
  • Campfires in developed fire pits only
  • Discharging any weapon is prohibited at all times in the Lynx Lake Recreation Area
  • Fireworks, including sparklers, are prohibited at all times on National Forest Lands.
  • Fire restrictions may be imposed due to dry conditions, at which time smoking, wood and charcoal fires may be prohibited.
  • OHV/ATV use prohibited in the campground
  • Don't Move Firewood: Prevent the spread of tree-killing pests by obtaining firewood near your destination and burning it on-site. For more information visit dontmovefirewood.org.

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Last updated: September 3, 2026

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