Lower Wolf Creek Campground Prescott, Arizona Camping

By AZ Leisure Staff Writers

Description. Elevation about 6,000 feet. Arizona walnut and live-oaks are interspersed among the ponderosa pines in this boulder strewn campground located within a short drive of Prescott. Includes 20 campsites with a 14 day stay limit. RV Friendly not to exceed 40 feet. There are no hookups, dump station, shower facilities or drinking water available. There is a campground host available to provide information and to help visitors find a suitable camping site. No reservation, first-come basis. A $10 fee per campsite applies and is subject to change.

Directions. From Prescott take the Senator Highway (Mt. Vernon Avenue) south 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. Travel time is about 15 minutes.

Alternate Route. Take U.S. Highway 89 (White Spar Road) south for about 6 miles to Forest Road 97. Turn left on FR 97 and go for another 5.1 miles on graded dirt road to the campground.

Season. May 1 through September 28, weather permitting.

Facilities. There are 20 camping sites with tables and grills and 3 vault toilets. There is no drinking water. RV friendly not to exceed 40 feet in length. Stay limit is 14 days.

More Information

Rates and seasons are subject to change. Please verify before visiting.

• Bradshaw Ranger District
• Prescott National Forest
• 2230 East Highway 19
• Prescott, AZ 86301
• 928-443-8000

In The Pines Around Prescott