Flower Pot USFS Dispersed, near Sedona, Arizona, is a fantastic spot for those who appreciate the beauty of nature without the frills of traditional campgrounds. This area offers a laid-back vibe where you can pitch a tent or park your RV, all while soaking in the stunning views of the Prescott National Forest.

Visitors have noted the peaceful setting, especially at night when the stars light up the sky. The location is conveniently close to Highway 17, making it easy to access, yet it feels like a world away from the hustle and bustle. As one camper mentioned, “Great views” and “lots of firewood to gather” make it a cozy retreat for those looking to unwind.

While there are no amenities like drinking water or toilets, the freedom to enjoy campfires and the ability to bring your pets adds to the charm. Some campers have shared that the area can get a bit muddy after rain, but the hard-packed dirt roads dry quickly, allowing for easy access. Plus, with solid Verizon service, you can stay connected if needed.

For those who enjoy exploring, there are hiking opportunities along the forest service roads, and the surrounding landscape is perfect for a bit of wandering. Just remember to close any gates behind you, as free-roaming cattle are part of the local scenery. Whether you're stopping for a night or planning a longer stay, Flower Pot USFS Dispersed offers a serene escape into nature.

Camping outside of campgrounds is allowed in many parts of the Prescott National Forest, but camping on the forest near the City of Prescott is limited to designated dispersed sites and has a 7-day stay limit per 30-day period.  Camping outside of the Prescott Basin is limited to 14-days in a 30-day period.  

Flower Pot USFS Dispersed

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This spot is about 2 miles from Hwy 17 and it's just before the road turns to private land and ranch homes. 

The main road in is packed dirt, some washboarding, but we had no problems in our 26 ft Class C.  There are a few other spots closer to Hwy 17, but this spot sits high on a hill with great Verizon service. ATT service was fairly weak. 

Back and forth traffic by residents of the ranch homes, but overall very quiet.  A couple of ATVs riding around as well.  

There's some hiking available on the various forest service roads. Be sure to close gates behind you as there are free roaming cattle all over. 

We stayed here for 5 nights, including a couple of rainy days. Would not recommend going on the side roads on or after a rainy day. Even walking them after the rain was difficult, slippery, slick, and the thick heavy mud just engorged my shoes.  The main road is hard packed dirt and dried quickly after the rain. 

Very few other campers when we were here in early April.  Very quiet and serene place. Some residents waved as they passed by so they don't seem to mind the boondockers. 

We really liked this place and would return. 

Great Boondocking

Great little spot just inland from the highway. Room for trailer, RV or just camp in your vehicle or tent. 

Great views

Great spot

I stayed here in a tent one night with my dog. PROS: close to the 17 and good Verizon service, peaceful setting, bright and gorgeous stars at night, lots of firewood to gather from surrounding juniper trees. CONS: lots of gnats and bugs where we were and no trails. All the established sites were taken though so it may be better there. RV’s had pull-through sites though no hookups or dumpsites or amenities. Overall not a bad stay though I probably wouldn’t go back. As another reviewer mentioned there is through-traffic from the ranchers who live in the Valley and a few of them would slow down and stare when they drove by but one waved.

Fair to middling

Great place to stop right off the road on the way to Sedona.  Lots of places to camp - however it is off season and mid week.  It was a little muddy and rutted, but it was raining.  We could hear the freeway - however, I am guessing the further you go in - the less road noise.  Full Verizon signal.  Would happily stay here again.

Wide open spaces

Quiet and calm vibe. 
Found some random deer hooves at my site which is a little strange but otherwise it was perfect 

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