Overview
White Spar Campground at 5,641 feet in elevation is a short drive of 2.7 miles south of downtown Prescott and east of Hwy 89. Campers will appreciate the mild weather and the cool ponderosa pine forest the campground is nestled in. The campground's convenient location allows for many opportunities for pursuing camping, hiking, mountain biking and bird watching. Several loop trails in the area allow for multiple modes of travel. The Tri-City Community comprising Prescott, Chino Valley, and Prescott Valley has events, functions, benefits, and attractions throughout the year are all within a few minutes' drive. 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.
Great Facilities and Amenities
Campfire Allowed
(All campsites have Campfire Allowed)
Checkin Time
(All campsites have Checkin Time)
Checkout Time
(All campsites have Checkout Time)
Driveway Entry
(Majority of the campsites have back in)
Hike In Distance To Site
(Up to 85')
Max Num Of People
(Up to 10)
Max Num Of Vehicles
(Up to 4)
Pets Allowed
(All campsites have Pets Allowed)
Picnic Table
(All campsites have Picnic Table)
Shade
(42 of 45 campsites have Shade)
Site Access
(All campsites have Site Acceses)
Natural Features
![White Spar Campground Restroom and Water Spigot White Spar Campground Restroom and Water Spigot - Credits: Conservation Legacy](https://cdn.recreation.gov/public/2021/10/07/13/43/256933_d0b5f781-dfcc-4e41-8b5d-e534ab4fc3cb_700.jpg)
![Accessible White Spar Site 10 with pull-in parking and flat graveled table and fire pan Accessible White Spar Site 10 with pull-in parking and flat graveled table and fire pan - Credits: US Forest Service](https://cdn.recreation.gov/public/2020/03/02/23/13/256933_658d8ecc-fc5e-4d22-baa4-862add683931_700.jpg)
![White Spar Campground Information Kiosk White Spar Campground Information Kiosk - Credits: Conservation Legacy](https://cdn.recreation.gov/public/2021/10/07/13/39/256933_30d592d1-a0e0-4f52-b949-43bdadc9dc06_700.jpg)
![White Spar Campground Restrooms White Spar Campground Restrooms - Credits: Conservation Legacy](https://cdn.recreation.gov/public/2021/10/07/13/46/256933_554cc215-188a-4e06-83af-584e21413333_700.jpg)
White Spar Campground is surrounded by a forest of ponderosa pine, oak, manzanita, and a variety of shrubs and grasses. In the Prescott Basin, the campground is near Granite Basin Recreation Area, Granite Mountain Wilderness Area, Granite Basin Lake, Lynx Lake Recreation Area, and Thumb Butte. Access to these areas can either be made by several interlocking hiking trails or by driving a short distance.
Recreation
![White Spar Campsite on a Misty Morning White Spar Campsite on a Misty Morning - Credits: Conservation Legacy](https://cdn.recreation.gov/public/2021/10/07/13/58/256933_5ebd64a7-399a-46d0-b9b3-9f5990ce8675_1440.jpg)
![White Spar Campsite on a Misty Morning White Spar Campsite on a Misty Morning - Credits: Conservation Legacy](https://cdn.recreation.gov/public/2021/10/07/13/58/256933_5ebd64a7-399a-46d0-b9b3-9f5990ce8675_1440.jpg)
White Spar Campground is available year-round, but campsites are limited during the winter season. Campsites are designed for RV, trailer or tent camping. Many popular outdoor activities abound in the area. Visitors may enjoy fishing, bird-watching, boating, backpacking, hiking, horseback riding, rock climbing, mountain biking, picnicking and just plain relaxing.
Permitted Equipment
trailer-Up to 45ft
rv-Up to 60ft
vehicle-Up to 20ft
5th wheel-Up to 40ft
camper van-Up to 24ft
pickup camper-Up to 20ft
tent-Up to 45ft
pop up camper-Up to 30ft
Nearby Attractions
Northwest of White Spar Campground, within ten miles, is the Granite Basin Recreation Area. Granite Basin Recreation Area has several day-use areas, and Granite Basin Lake (five acres), which is known for channel catfish, large-mouth bass, and sunfish. Rising prominently north of Granite Basin Lake is Granite Mountain at 6,874 feet. The Granite Mountain Wilderness Area is comprised of the mountain's rugged topography and mixed vegetation suite. Also, within ten miles, is Alto Pit Off-Highway Vehicle (OHV) Campground and Day-Use Area. OHV riders of all skill levels can ride the several miles of trails that meander through the area's challenging terrain and vegetative cover. Southeast of downtown Prescott and within eight miles of White Spar Campground is Lynx Lake Recreation Area. Lynx Lake (55 acres) is an popular attraction in the Prescott National Forest that offers a variety of recreation opportunities for all age groups. Activities include fishing, boating, and hiking. West and within four miles, is the Thumb Butte Recreation Area. At 6,515-feet Thumb Butte is quite visible in the Prescott Basin. The Butte is popular for its scenic vistas, jogging and hiking. Rock climbing is allowed, but only between July 16 and January 31 as it is closed to climbing during the peregrine falcon nesting period. Birdwatching is popular outside the closed area. The City of Prescott offers several day-use recreation facilities within ten miles. To the north and northeast are Watson (70 acres) and Willow Lakes and to the south Goldwater Lake (15 acres). Each have unique qualities and recreation opportunities including boating, fishing, birdwatching and hiking.