Within Prescott National Forest, Playground Group operates as a National Forest Service campground accommodating RVs up to 40 feet. The site sits in forested terrain with access to both river and lake areas during its May through October season. Reservations are available for the $75-$125 nightly rate.
Campers can bring pets and enjoy campfires at this drive-in accessible location. The surrounding area includes several other forest camping options, with Mingus Mountain Campground located nearby. Book ahead for peak summer and fall months when demand runs highest.
Description
Overview
Close to historic western towns and centrally located in Arizona, Playground Group Campground is a great place for groups of up to 75 people to enjoy a secluded mountain getaway. The 7,500 ft. elevation of the site, puts it near the summit of Mingus Mountain in Prescott National Forest. Spectacular views of the surrounding desert valleys as well as the nearby towns of Sedona, Jerome and Prescott Valley await campers on the winding drive to and from the site.
Recreation
The surrounding forest offers many hiking trails of various levels of intensity, from easy short-distance walks to more challenging elevated climbs. Campers who need a break from hiking can relax around the campground, take in the views and listen to the sound of the wind in the pines.
Facilities
The site has a large group gathering place with picnic tables, grills, a large fire pit and vault toilet and is adjacent to a family picnic area. There is no drinking water available. The nearby towns of Prescott Valley and Cottonwood have grocery stores, restaurants, gas stations, shopping and other conveniences.
Natural Features
The campground is in a secluded site in the tall ponderosa pine trees. Pleasant daytime temperatures and cool mountain breezes make it a nice respite from the summer heat of nearby deserts.
Nearby Attractions
A short drive away is the colorful town of Jerome, an abandoned mining town that has been transformed into an artist and tourist community. Tuzigoot National Monument, an ancient ruin of the Sinaguan culture, and Dead Horse Ranch State Park, which has mountain biking, canoeing and fishing along the Verde River, are also close by. Tuzigoot National Monument Dead Horse Ranch State Park
RV Road Trip Guides
Location
Public CampgroundPlayground Group is located in Arizona
Directions
Take State Highway 89A (seven miles southwest of Jerome or 13 miles east of Prescott Valley) to Forest Road 104. Travel on Forest Road 104 for two miles to Playground Group Campground.
Address
PRESCOTT NATIONAL FOREST
VERDE RANGER DISTRICT
300 E HIGHWAY 260
Camp verde, AZ 86322
Coordinates
34.6983333 N
112.1361111 W
Connectivity
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Connectivity
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Access
- Drive-InPark next to your site
Site Types
- Tent Sites
- RV Sites
- Standard (Tent/RV)
- Group
Features
For Campers
- Reservable
- Pets
- Fires
Drive Time
- 18 min from Prescott Valley, AZ
- 1 hr 23 min from Phoenix, AZ
- 1 hr 31 min from Flagstaff, AZ
- 3 hrs 19 min from Lake Havasu City, AZ
