Upper Wolf Creek Group sits among the stunning landscapes of Prescott National Forest in Arizona . With 50 campsites (RV-friendly up to 40ft feet) , restrooms, potable water, great hiking, it's a favorite for rural adventurers.
Reservations are required year-round , and the best times to visit are May-jun, Oct when the weather is most comfortable .
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🏕️ At a Glance
💳 Booking & Fees
Cancellations made 3+ days before arrival typically receive a refund minus service fees. Check Recreation.gov for specific policies and deadlines.
💧 Water Access & Features
📸 Discover the Beauty of Prescott National Forest
🌤️ Best Time to Visit
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🦅 Peak birding: Feb, Mar, Apr
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Upper Wolf Creek Group located in Arizona, offering 50 camping sites.
Upper Wolf Creek Group
A Rural campground in Arizona
Overview
the Group Area Is Set at an Elevation of 6,000 Feet in a Ponderosa Pine Forest Mixed with Juniper, Gambel Oak, Native Grasses. Numerous Hiking and Mountain Biking Trails Are Found in the Bradshaw Mountains Around the Campground, and 15-Acre Goldwater Lake Is Just a Few Miles Away.
the Group Area Is Set at an Elevation of 6,000 Feet in a Ponderosa Pine Forest Mixed with Juniper, Gambel Oak, Native Grasses.the Forest Is Home to a Wide Variety of Wildlife. the Historic Town of Prescott, Arizona Is Just 8 Miles Away.
Upper Wolf Creek Group Campground Provides a Quiet Forest Setting for Groups of Up to 100 People to Camp and Enjoy the Outdoors. This Facility Is Set Away From Other Developed Recreation Sites and Offers Town Amenities, Trails and Lake Recreation Within Minutes. to Make Reservations Click on the Availability Button to the Right to Book This Site or Call 1 (877) 444-6777. for General Campground Questions Contact the Bradshaw Ranger District at 1 (928) 443-8000.
Within the Facility, Campers Can Relax with a Game of Volleyball( Net Not Provided ) or Horseshoes. Boaters, Canoers and Kayakers Can Make Use of the Lake’S Dock and Boat Ramp. Anglers Try for Trout, Sunfish, Crappie, Largemouth Bass and Channel Catfish in the Calm Waters.
a Drive Down Unpaved Forest Road 97 Reveals Mountain Views and Passes Through a Burn Scar From a 2002 Wildfire.
the Group Site Has 13 Picnic Tables, Five Grills and One Campfire Ring. Trees Are Thinly Spaced in Some Areas, Allowing Ample Space for Group Activities, RV Parking (Up to 40 Ft.) and Camping. Drinking Water and Hookups Are Not Provided. Boulders Are Strewn Throughout the Area. a Multitude of Colorful Wildflowers Bloom in the Spring and During the Summer Monsoon Season. Goldwater Lake Is Nearby. Visitors May Have the Chance to Spot Deer, Mountain Lions, Bobcats, Coyotes, Fox, Rabbits, Lizards, Snakes and Birds.
Afternoon Thunderstorms Are Possible From Late June Through Mid-September.
Nearby Attractions
This Site Is a Convenient Camping Spot for Groups Who Reserve the Groom Creek Schoolhouse Day Use Picnic Area Nearby.Managed by: Usda Forest ServiceSite Details
Campsite Information
- Total Sites: 50
- Hookup Types: Electric
- Max RV Length: 40ft
Amenities
- 🚻 Restrooms: Available
- 🚿 Showers: No
- 🗑️ Dump Station: No
- 💧 Potable Water: Available
- 🛝 Playground: No
- 🧺 Laundry: False
- 📶 WiFi: False
- 🏊 Swimming: No
- 🎣 Fishing: Available
- 🛥️ Boating: Available
- 🥾 Hiking: Available
Map & Location
Address & Coordinates
Address:
City: , Arizona
Coordinates: 34.4552778, -112.4533333
Area Type: Rural
Phone: (877) 444-6777
Activities & Attractions
Popular Activities: Boat-ramp|hiking|biking|picnic|hookups|water|fire-ring|lake|trail|group-site|rv
Available Activities:
- 🎣 Fishing: Available
- 🛥️ Boating: Available
- 🥾 Hiking: Available
- 🏊 Swimming: No
Regulations & Permits
🔥 Stay Limits & Fees
Maximum Stay: 14 days
Nightly Fee: $25-35
Federal Pass: Yes (50% discount)
🌤️ Weather & Climate
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📱 Connectivity
Verizon
Fair Signal
LTE
AT&T
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📺 Television Reception
Major Networks: ABC, CBS, NBC, FOX, PBS, CW, ION
Signal Quality: Fair
Total Stations: 14 stations
Nearest Market: Phoenix/TUCSON
Notes: Signals FROM Phoenix/TUCSON MARKET
📻 Radio Reception
Total Stations: 28 stations (10 AM, 18 FM)
AM Quality: Good | FM Quality: Good
Major Formats: Country, Classic ROCK, Spanish, NEWS/TALK
Local News: KTAR 620 Am
Market: Phoenix/TUCSON
Notes: 10 AM, 18 FM Stations from Phoenix/Tucson
🔌 EV Charging
⚡ APS – Prescott, AZ
Distance: 6.2 miles away
Address: 1100 E Sheldon Street, Prescott, AZ
Network: electrify-america
Charging Type: Fast-charging-available • J1772
Plan Your Visit
Essential Information
- Facility ID: 232209
- Managing Agency: Usda Forest Service
- Agency Email:
- Agency Website:
- Parent Park: Prescott National Forest
- Park Website: /parks/prescott-national-forest/
Park System Information
Park Classification & Structure
- Park Type: National Forests
- Parks Post Name: prescott-national-forest
- Parent Park Name: Prescott National Forest
- Correct Park Type Mapping: prescott-national-forest
System Statistics
- Total Campgrounds in System: 16.0
- States Covered: Arizona
- Managing Agencies: Usda Forest Service
System IDs & References
- Parent Organization ID: 131.0
- Parent Recreation Area ID: 1095
- Parks Parent Org IDs: 131.0
- Parks Parent Rec Area IDs: 1095, 1095.0
URL Slugs & Navigation
- State Slug: arizona
- Agency Slug: usda-forest-service
- Park Type Slug: national-forests
- Parent Park Slug: prescott-national-forest
Additional Park Information
Data Reference Notes
Managing Agency Slug: usda-forest-service
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