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Public Campground
Scott Reservoir Campground - PERMANENTLY CLOSED
Description
AS OF 2023, THIS IS DAY USE ONLY CAMPGROUND PERMANENTLY CLOSED
Situated near Scott Reservoir, this campground has only modest developments but is very popular throughout the summer.
Undeveloped campground with a 14-day stay limit so you can fish your limit without breaking camp. The campground has 12 designated campsites with tables and fire rings. There is a 14-day stay limit during any 30-day period.
Reservation Info
From July to September summer thunderstorms are frequent and abrupt. Lightning is always a danger at this time. Take precautions and get off of the lake immediately. Camping is allowed in designated sites only and is prohibited along the lakeshore. There is an Accessible boat ramp, vaulted toilets, garbage dumpster, and parking available.
Detours Nearby
Los Burros Campground
32 min away
Rolfe C. Hoyer Campground
47 min away
Drive Time
- 2 hrs 7 min from Flagstaff, AZ
- 3 hrs 8 min from Phoenix, AZ
- 3 hrs 8 min from Prescott Valley, AZ
- 3 hrs 32 min from Tucson, AZ
Location
Scott Reservoir Campground - PERMANENTLY CLOSED is located in Arizona
Directions
Directions from Lakeside: From Lakeside District Office drive east .1 mile on State Highway 260. Turn left on Porter Mountain Road, ( Forest Road 45). Stay on Porter Mountain Road for 1.5 miles. Look for the sign on the right, Scott Reservoir, and follow the road to the facilities. Be careful as the access road is very rough in some spots.
Coordinates
34.19099591 N
109.959596 W
Connectivity
T-MobileNo CoverageVerified by 1 userLast on 12/11/25
Verizon5GGood Coverage
AT&TLTESome CoverageVerified by 2 usersLast on 12/11/25
Connectivity
- T-MobileNo CoverageVerified by 1 userLast on 12/11/25
- Verizon5GGood Coverage
- AT&TLTESome CoverageVerified by 2 usersLast on 12/11/25
Access
- Drive-InPark next to your site
- Walk-InPark in a lot, walk to your site.
Site Types
- Tent Sites
- RV Sites
- Standard (Tent/RV)
Features
For Campers
- ADA Access
- Picnic Table
- Phone Service
- WiFi
- Toilets
- Alcohol
- Pets
- Fires
For Vehicles
- Pull-Through Sites
FREE established camping
Enjoy camping on government land. Limited or no services at this camping area.
PERMIT might be REQUIRED
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