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Woodchute Wilderness

Woodchute Wilderness in Arizona features rugged terrain with elevations that provide expansive views. Temperatures range from highs in the 80s during summer to lows in the 30s in winter. Nearby attractions include the historic town of Jerome and the scenic Mingus Mountain, offering hiking and exploration opportunities for campers.

Description

USDA Forest Service

This small wilderness offers relatively easy access and spectacular views of the San Francisco Peaks and panoramic vistas of central Arizona. Created in 1984, the 5,923-acre wilderness ranges in elevation from 5,500 to 7,800 feet. Ponderosa Pine is the dominate overstory species located at the upper elevations which gradually changes to pinon pine and Utah juniper at the lower and relatively drier elevations. There is 1 maintained trail within this wilderness: #102 Woodchute Wilderness on Wilderness.net Mingus Mountain Brochure (1.86 MB) NOTE- _ Brochure Correction: Mingus Mountain Campground and Picnic Site do not have electricity available at this time._ The USFS Wilderness Stewardship brochure explains more about designated Wilderness and how you can become involved in helping care for this precious resource.

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Location

Woodchute Wilderness is located in Arizona

Detail location of campground

Coordinates

34.74289038453197 N
112.14950362347489 W

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Access

  • Drive-In
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  • Walk-In
    Park in a lot, walk to your site.

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  • WiFi
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  • Verizon
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  • AT&T
    Good
  • T-Mobile
    Fair

Site Types

  • Tent Sites
  • RV Sites
  • Standard (Tent/RV)
  • Dispersed
  • Group

Features

For Campers

  • Phone Service
  • Alcohol
  • Pets
  • Fires

For Vehicles

  • Pull-Through Sites

DISPERSED CAMPING

Enjoy dispersed camping on government land and leave no trace. Pack in and pack out. No (or limited) services at this camping area. Permit may be required.

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Reviewed Sep. 10, 2023

Could not find

We would have loved to check it out but the coordinates put you at a bend in the road with no clue where to go. We ended up camping at Mingus Mountain and that was pretty decent.

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  • Review photo of Woodchute Wilderness by JUSTIN C., September 10, 2023
  • Review photo of Woodchute Wilderness by JUSTIN C., September 10, 2023

Frequently Asked Questions

  • Are fires allowed at Woodchute Wilderness?

    Yes, according to campers on TheDyrt.com, fires are allowed at Woodchute Wilderness, although make sure to check current fire restrictions in the area.

  • Does Woodchute Wilderness have wifi?

    No, according to campers on TheDyrt.com, Woodchute Wilderness does not have wifi.