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Seasonal information
2026 Season availability
Campground Amenities
Water and Hygiene
- Potable Water
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Reviews (578)
What Guests Are Saying
Yavapai Campground offers a peaceful and clean environment with well-maintained bathrooms and beautiful views, making it an excellent choice for camping near Prescott. Many visitors appreciate the quiet atmosphere, proximity to hiking trails, and friendly camp hosts. However, a recurring concern is the lack of potable water, which has affected some guests' experiences.
What Guests Are Saying
Yavapai Campground offers a peaceful and clean environment with well-maintained bathrooms and beautiful views, making it an excellent choice for camping near Prescott. Many visitors appreciate the quiet atmosphere, proximity to hiking trails, and friendly camp hosts. However, a recurring concern is the lack of potable water, which has affected some guests' experiences.
Review Summary
Michael O
VerifiedNovember 8, 2022 • Stayed at: 5, Loop: YAVAPAI CAMPGROUND
The campsite is a double with ample space. It's our best stay thus far. I can't wait for the season to reopen!
Michael O
VerifiedNovember 8, 2022 • Stayed at: 5, Loop: YAVAPAI CAMPGROUND
The campsite is a double with ample space. It's our best stay thus far. I can't wait for the season to reopen!
Shanna S
VerifiedNovember 6, 2022 • Stayed at: 8, Loop: YAVAPAI CAMPGROUND
Beautiful campground with lots of hiking trails accessible directly from site. Bathrooms were very clean. Unfortunately, noise/nuisance violations were not enforced, and we had the bad luck of having inconsiderate neighbors.
Shanna S
VerifiedNovember 6, 2022 • Stayed at: 8, Loop: YAVAPAI CAMPGROUND
Beautiful campground with lots of hiking trails accessible directly from site. Bathrooms were very clean. Unfortunately, noise/nuisance violations were not enforced, and we had the bad luck of having inconsiderate neighbors.
StefAnn W
VerifiedNovember 5, 2022 • Stayed at: 9, Loop: YAVAPAI CAMPGROUND
We decided to take a last minute “long weekend” trip and we’re lucky enough to grab a site that had a recent cancellation. It was our first time to this campground but it won’t be our last. The site was level, had a nice fire pit, picnic table, had significant space between each site, and the trail was right behind the sites. The restrooms were very clean and within a short walk from the site. The views were great and the camp host was very friendly and accommodating. We were able to get wood from him on our first night and he even checked in with us to see if we needed more before his next trip into town. Site 009 was the only site with electric, but since we have a good solar setup, we will consider other sites as well. It was a nice, relaxing weekend away.
StefAnn W
VerifiedNovember 5, 2022 • Stayed at: 9, Loop: YAVAPAI CAMPGROUND
We decided to take a last minute “long weekend” trip and we’re lucky enough to grab a site that had a recent cancellation. It was our first time to this campground but it won’t be our last. The site was level, had a nice fire pit, picnic table, had significant space between each site, and the trail was right behind the sites. The restrooms were very clean and within a short walk from the site. The views were great and the camp host was very friendly and accommodating. We were able to get wood from him on our first night and he even checked in with us to see if we needed more before his next trip into town. Site 009 was the only site with electric, but since we have a good solar setup, we will consider other sites as well. It was a nice, relaxing weekend away.
Martha G
VerifiedNovember 2, 2022 • Stayed at: 14, Loop: YAVAPAI CAMPGROUND
The compostible pit toilets were great. Very clean and no smell, no flys. There is a holder below that composts the waste. Never seen it before, but I hope it catches on in other campgrounds.
Martha G
VerifiedNovember 2, 2022 • Stayed at: 14, Loop: YAVAPAI CAMPGROUND
The compostible pit toilets were great. Very clean and no smell, no flys. There is a holder below that composts the waste. Never seen it before, but I hope it catches on in other campgrounds.
Daniel H
VerifiedOctober 31, 2022 • Stayed at: 2, Loop: YAVAPAI CAMPGROUND
Campground was fine, but after 20 years experience with USFS CG hosts, this guy,Mark, is very poor HOST material. In my view, hosts at a minimum should make contact with guests, make them feel welcome, make sure they have a reservation, correct site, check in with guest now and then on their rounds. He did NONE of that. Optional could be pointing out the nearby trailhead, pond, and maybe bragging a little about the compost toilets. I think RRM can do much better.
Daniel H
VerifiedOctober 31, 2022 • Stayed at: 2, Loop: YAVAPAI CAMPGROUND
Campground was fine, but after 20 years experience with USFS CG hosts, this guy,Mark, is very poor HOST material. In my view, hosts at a minimum should make contact with guests, make them feel welcome, make sure they have a reservation, correct site, check in with guest now and then on their rounds. He did NONE of that. Optional could be pointing out the nearby trailhead, pond, and maybe bragging a little about the compost toilets. I think RRM can do much better.
Location & Directions for Yavapai Campground
Prescott National Forest, Prescott, AZ 86303 United States
Elevation: 1,780 ft
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 mi and then turn right onto Granite Basin Road (FSR 374). Travel 2 mi to Yavapai Campground l...
From downtown Prescott, take Montezuma Street north to Whipple Street, which becomes Iron Springs Road. Continue northwest on Iron Springs Road for 3.5 mi and then turn right onto Granite Basin Road (FSR 374). Travel 2 mi to Yavapai Campground located on the left.
Highway access
Yavapai Campground is accessible via Iron Springs Road, which connects to major roads in the Prescott area. The nearest major highway is AZ-89, approximately 10 miles to the east.
Policies & Rules
Arrival & departure
- A campsite must have at least one person present the first night and equipment cannot be left unattended for more than 24 hours.
Cancellation policy
- Reservation fees are non-refundable. For campsites, cabins, lookouts, yurts, group sites, and similar stays, we charge a reservation service fee of $8.
- Standard cancellations usually have a $10 cancellation fee. Customers can generally cancel before the check-in date online.
- Late cancellation rules differ by stay type.
- Individual campsites: cancelling after 12:00am local time the day before arrival usually means a $10 cancellation fee plus forfeiting the first night's fee.
- Cabins, lookouts, and yurts: cancelling less than 14 days before arrival usually means a $10 cancellation fee plus forfeiting the first night's fee.
- One-night reservations: a late cancellation usually forfeits the full amount paid, up to the total original reservation cost.
- Modifications are allowed before the cut-off window, but fees depend on the change. Changing to dates completely outside the original reservation dates may trigger a $10 change fee. Extending or shortening a stay that still includes original dates usually has no change fee, though refunds may depend on timing and facility rules. Switching to the same type of campsite for the same dates usually has no change fee, but price differences are charged or refunded.
- Early departures may or may not be refunded. At certain facilities, partial refunds may be possible if staff can mark the site available for other visitors. No refund is given for a night if the early departure is requested after that day's check-out time.
- Security deposits are separate. Security deposits may be refunded to the original payment method if the facility is left in acceptable condition, as determined by the property.
Safety & rules
- You can stay for a maximum of 14 days within any 30-day period.
- Swimming and wading in Granite Basin Lake are prohibited.
- Only electric motors and manual-powered boats are allowed.
Fires & fuel
- Fires are allowed only in designated areas and with specified materials.
- Fireworks are not allowed anywhere on National Forest Lands.
- Fire restrictions may apply in dry conditions, potentially prohibiting smoking and campfires.
- Obtain firewood locally to prevent pest spread; do not transport firewood.
Utilities
- Water and restrooms are available at the campground.
- There is no RV dump station available.
Site capacity
- Single campsites accommodate up to 5 people, while double campsites can accommodate up to 10 people.
Vehicles & parking
- Single campsites allow 2 vehicles; double campsites allow 4. Fees apply for additional vehicles.
- Not all campsites can accommodate vehicles up to 40 feet long; measure your vehicle to be sure.
Site types & loops
- Campsites 3 and 4 allow trailers up to 15 feet or RVs up to 25 feet; campsite 10 allows trailers up to 10 feet or RVs up to 25 feet.
Pets
- Pets are allowed but must be leashed or caged and cannot be left unattended.
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Last updated: October 19, 2026