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Yavapai Campground

Yavapai Campground with Beautiful Mountain Views
Yavapai Campground entrance with Granite Mountain in the background
YAVAPAI CAMPGROUND Site 18 with Granite Mountain view and rock pillars
Yavapai Campground Site #15 with Granite Mountain in the Background behind the metal table
Yavapai Campground Trailhead

About 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. To make reservations click on the availability button to the right to book 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: 18

Seasonal information

2026 (Current year)

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Currently open - Apr 1 to Oct 31

Campground Amenities

Water and Hygiene

Water and Hygiene

  • Potable Water
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Rates, Sites & Availability

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

18 Sites Available

Site
Price
🚐 1, Loop: YAVAPAI CAMPGROUND
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 10, Loop: YAVAPAI CAMPGROUND
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 11, Loop: YAVAPAI CAMPGROUND
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 12, Loop: YAVAPAI CAMPGROUND
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 13, Loop: YAVAPAI CAMPGROUND
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 14, Loop: YAVAPAI CAMPGROUND
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 15, Loop: YAVAPAI CAMPGROUND
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 17, Loop: YAVAPAI CAMPGROUND
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 18, Loop: YAVAPAI CAMPGROUND
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 19, Loop: YAVAPAI CAMPGROUND
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 2, Loop: YAVAPAI CAMPGROUND
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 20, Loop: YAVAPAI CAMPGROUND
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 3, Loop: YAVAPAI CAMPGROUND
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 5, Loop: YAVAPAI CAMPGROUND
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 6, Loop: YAVAPAI CAMPGROUND
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 7, Loop: YAVAPAI CAMPGROUND
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 8, Loop: YAVAPAI CAMPGROUND
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 9, Loop: YAVAPAI CAMPGROUND
50 Amp · Electric Only
Price not available

Reviews (535)

What Guests Are Saying

Yavapai Campground is a clean, quiet, and well-maintained facility with beautiful views and convenient hiking trails nearby. Many visitors appreciate the friendly camp hosts and the peaceful atmosphere, making it a great spot for relaxation just outside of Prescott. Although some sites may be tight for larger rigs and close together, the overall experience is positive, with many guests expressing a desire to return.

Review Summary

4.4
535 reviews
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4
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Stephen H

Verified

April 11, 2026 Stayed at: 18, Loop: YAVAPAI CAMPGROUND

5

This is such a cool campground! We visited in April and the bird activity was incredible. Nice hiking too! Composting pit toilets. They have water but water spigots are not garden hose compatible. We had to funnel water into camper. So come preloaded.

Jennifer C

Verified

January 16, 2026 Stayed at: 8, Loop: YAVAPAI CAMPGROUND

5

Great spot! Quiet campground!

Jennifer C

Verified

January 16, 2026 Stayed at: 8, Loop: YAVAPAI CAMPGROUND

5

Great spot! Quiet campground!

Chris K

Verified

December 23, 2025 Stayed at: 17, Loop: YAVAPAI CAMPGROUND

4

Located just outside of downtown Prescott, this is a very nice campground for dry camping in a beautiful high desert forest!
I will stay there every year with pleasure when the summer temps in the Phoenix AZ valley are in the teens!

Chris K

Verified

December 23, 2025 Stayed at: 17, Loop: YAVAPAI CAMPGROUND

4

Located just outside of downtown Prescott, this is a very nice campground for dry camping in a beautiful high desert forest!
I will stay there every year with pleasure when the summer temps in the Phoenix AZ valley are in the teens!

B.J. R

Verified

November 10, 2025 Stayed at: 19, Loop: YAVAPAI CAMPGROUND

5

We love this campground - it's quiet, has dark skies at night, well planned sites, and easy hiking right from the campground.
Close to Prescott's downtown and generally a really lovely place to stop for a while.

B.J. R

Verified

November 10, 2025 Stayed at: 19, Loop: YAVAPAI CAMPGROUND

5

We love this campground - it's quiet, has dark skies at night, well planned sites, and easy hiking right from the campground.
Close to Prescott's downtown and generally a really lovely place to stop for a while.

Regina C

Verified

November 8, 2025 Stayed at: 12, Loop: YAVAPAI CAMPGROUND

5

Great Park- good amount of space between sites, negative pressure composting toilets (no bad smell), easy access to bike/hike trail from inside park. Only caveat is some of the sites are kinda tight for larger rigs - if you are towing you’ll probably want to disconnect in advance.

Regina C

Verified

November 8, 2025 Stayed at: 12, Loop: YAVAPAI CAMPGROUND

5

Great Park- good amount of space between sites, negative pressure composting toilets (no bad smell), easy access to bike/hike trail from inside park. Only caveat is some of the sites are kinda tight for larger rigs - if you are towing you’ll probably want to disconnect in advance.

Daniella D

Verified

November 3, 2025 Stayed at: 9, Loop: YAVAPAI CAMPGROUND

5

Beautiful spot!!!! Loved our time here.

Location Yavapai Campground

Address:
Prescott National Forest
Prescott, AZ, 86303
United States

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.

Latitude & Longitude: 34.6025 / -112.539

Elevation: 1780 feet

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: June 3, 2026

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