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Lynx Campground

Prescott National Forest, Arizona

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As of October 2026, Lynx Campground is a campground in Prescott National Forest, Arizona with 35 campsites. Lynx Campground is booked through Recreation.gov.

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Lynx Campground is located at 34.5175° N, 112.3903° W.

people allowed on 30 of 35 sites: 5
people allowed on each of the 5 largest sites: 10

Lynx Campground reservations and next available dates

October 2026

November 2026

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Maximum reservations at once: 8 reservations

Published by Recreation.gov for Lynx Campground, read on September 30, 2026.

Campsites at Lynx Campground

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Standard 35
Accessible 3

What an RV fits

22 ft1 site
26 ft1 site
28 ft1 site
30 ft7 sites
35 ft11 sites

Amenities

restrooms
potable water
dump station

At a glance: Setting: Mountain.

Things to do: fishing, boating, hiking, biking, wildlife, horse riding.

All sites at Lynx Campground, as listed by Recreation.gov

Site	Loop	Type	Sleeps	Max RV	Access
01	A	Standard	5	35 ft	-
02	A	Standard	5	30 ft	-
03	A	Standard	5	30 ft	-
04	B	Standard	5	35 ft	-
05	B	Standard	10	35 ft	-
06	B	Standard	5	26 ft	-
07	B	Standard	5	-	-
08	B	Standard	5	-	-
09	B	Standard	10	30 ft	-
10	C	Standard	5	-	-
11	C	Standard	5	-	-
12	C	Standard	5	-	-
13	C	Standard	5	-	-
14	C	Standard	5	-	-
15	D	Standard	5	30 ft	-
16	D	Standard	5	-	-
17	D	Standard	5	28 ft	-
18	D	Standard	5	35 ft	-

Site	Loop	Type	Sleeps	Max RV	Access
19	D	Standard	10	35 ft	-
20	D	Standard	5	30 ft	Accessible
21	E	Standard	5	35 ft	Accessible
22	E	Standard	10	35 ft	-
23	E	Standard	5	-	-
24	F	Standard	5	-	-
25	F	Standard	5	35 ft	-
26	F	Standard	5	-	-
27	F	Standard	5	35 ft	-
28	G	Standard	5	35 ft	-
29	G	Standard	5	30 ft	-
30	G	Standard	5	30 ft	-
31	G	Standard	10	35 ft	-
32	H	Standard	5	-	-
33	H	Standard	5	-	-
34	H	Standard	5	-	-
35	H	Standard	5	22 ft	Accessible

About Lynx Campground

Overview

Lynx Campground is located in the Lynx Lake Recreation Area at 5,600 feet in elevation. Within 1/4 mile of the popular Lynx Lake, the campground is situated along the lake's west shoreline. The facility is about seven miles southeast of the city of Prescott, Arizona. To make reservations click on the availability button to the right to book on this site or call 1 (877) 444-6777. For general campground questions contact the Bradshaw Ranger District at 1 (928) 443-8000.

Recreation

Several trail systems trails are within the Lynx Lake Recreation Area. Most trails allow for multiple modes of travel. The exceptions are Lynx Creek Ruin Trail #301 and Loop Trail #311 that allows hiking only.

Wildlife viewing is a grand event when a bald eagle, osprey, or great blue heron has been seen flying effortlessly above Lynx Lake or skimming the water surface.

Recreational panning is allowed on the Prescott National Forest, as long as any natural feature is not harmed and no motorized or mechanical equipment or mining aids are used.

Lynx Lake is one of the most popular recreation spots in central Arizona and attracts more than 90,000 visitors each year. The lake offers a boat ramp and allows for boats with 10 HP motors or less. Oar, paddle, or sail-powered boats are also permitted.

Horseback riders, mountain bikers, and hikers can be found on most trails.

Forest Service Day-Use Facilities in the Prescott Basin are accessible at no additional fee. See the Volunteer Host for a complimentary pass validated for your length of stay. Visiting a Day-Use facility requires a pass visibly displayed on the vehicle's dashboard, driver's side.

Facilities

Each of the 35 campsites in Lynx Campground has a picnic table, steel fire ring, and either an established tent pad or an area with room for one to two tents. Two campsites also have a lantern hanger. A steel ramada is present on select campsites. Campsite driveways are either parallel, pull-through, or back-in and all have asphalt surfacing. Some campsite driveways allow a camp unit and an extra vehicle quite easily while others may be snug. A few campsites are a short walk-in. Four vault toilets, two flush toilets, six trash dumpsters, and eight water faucets service the campground. There are no RV hook-ups or dump station in the campground.

Campsites 10-19, 22-23, and 28-34 have steps.

Campsites 20, 21, and 35 are fully accessible to persons with disabilities.

Natural Features

Lynx Campground offers visitors pleasant summer temperatures and cool breezes. The campground is situated in a ponderosa pine ecosystem mixed with alligator juniper, oak species, and a variety of forbs and native grasses. The 55-acre Lynx Lake skirts the campground's east boundary. Several species of colorful wildflowers bloom in the spring and during the summer monsoon seasons. Day-time and overnight temperatures are pleasant and afternoon thunderstorms are likely from late June through mid-September.

The forest is home to a wide variety of wildlife. Visitors may see deer, osprey, great blue heron, bald eagle, mountain lion, bobcat, coyote, fox, skunk, rabbit, and several species of snakes, lizards, and birds.

Nearby Attractions

The Highlands Center for Natural History, in partnership with the Prescott National Forest, is only a few minutes from Lynx Campground. A learning center, trail system on 80 acres, and scheduled interpretive programs are but a few of the exciting activities the Center offers through the spring, summer, and fall.

Lynx Lake Cafe near North Shore Day-Use Area offers a full service restaurant serving breakfast 8-11 and lunch 11-2 Thrusday through Sunday. Dinner is served Thursday thru Saturday 4-8 pm.

The City of Prescott is a few minutes drive from Lynx Campground. Many activities including arts, crafts, and music festivals are scheduled throughout the summer.

Watson Lake, islocated within a 20-minute drive from Lynx Campground, is managed by the City of Prescott. The City of Prescott recreation pass and day-use fee should not be confused with the Prescott National Forest Day-use Passes or Day-Use fee.

Fain Lake, in Prescott Valley, is a private enterprise and a short 20-minute drive from Lynx Campground. Fishing and picnicking can be found there.

Rules and notices at Lynx Campground

Recreation.gov does not date these notices. We last read them on September 30, 2026. Check Lynx Campground on Recreation.gov

Notices from Recreation.gov

Maximum stay limit is 14 days within 30 consecutive days in Prescott National Forest including stays at dispersed sites.

No RV hook-ups or dump stations are available.

Quiet hours between 10 p.m. and 6 a.m

Pets are welcome but must be on a 6 foot leash or in a cage and never unattended.

Three designated handicap accessible campsites are found in the campground (campsites 20, 21, and 35).

At least one person must occupy a campsite during the first night after camping equipment is set up. Camping equipment may not be left unattended for more than 24 hours.

All guests with an extra vehicle must pay with exact change using the self-pay kiosk upon arrival.

Boats with motors are allowed on Lynx Lake and are restricted to 10 HP or less.

Campfires in developed fire pits only

Discharging any weapon is prohibited at all times in the Lynx Lake Recreation Area

Fireworks, including sparklers, are prohibited at all times on National Forest Lands.

Fire restrictions may be imposed due to dry conditions, at which time smoking, wood and charcoal fires may be prohibited.

OHV/ATV use prohibited in the campground

Don't Move Firewood: Prevent the spread of tree-killing pests by obtaining firewood near your destination and burning it on-site. For more information visit dontmovefirewood.org.

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Lynx Campground FAQ

How hard is it to get a campsite at Lynx Campground?

Lynx Campground is rated "Moderate to Book" based on historical demand. With 35 sites available, you have good chances of finding availability, especially on weekdays.

How do I find last-minute availability at Lynx Campground?

Cancellations happen frequently at Lynx Campground, especially 1-2 weeks before check-in dates. PermitSnag monitors availability 24/7 and sends instant alerts when sites open up due to cancellations. This is often the best way to snag popular campsites.

How many campsites does Lynx Campground have?

Lynx Campground has 35 campsites.