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White Spar Campground

Prescott National Forest, Arizona

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As of October 2026, White Spar Campground is a campground in Prescott National Forest, Arizona with 37 campsites. White Spar Campground is booked through Recreation.gov.

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White Spar Campground is located at 34.5062° N, 112.4777° W.

people allowed on 34 of 37 sites: 5
people allowed on each of the 3 largest sites: 10

White Spar Campground reservations and next available dates

October 2026

November 2026

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Next Available Dates

Oct 1 (13 sites)Oct 2 (3 sites)

13 sites open on Oct 1 at White Spar Campground. Book one now, or pick your dates above and get an alert when a site opens.

As of 30 September 2026, 02:52 UTC.

Stay and booking rules

Maximum reservations at once: 10 reservations
Maximum stay: 14 nights

Published by Recreation.gov for White Spar Campground, read on September 28, 2026.

Campsites at White Spar Campground

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Standard 37
Accessible 16

What an RV fits

28 ft1 site
32 ft1 site
39 ft1 site
40 ft3 sites
42 ft3 sites
44 ft2 sites
45 ft7 sites
60 ft1 site

Amenities

restrooms
potable water
dump station

At a glance: Setting: Mountain.

Things to do: fishing, boating, hiking, wildlife, climbing, photography, offroad, horse riding.

All sites at White Spar Campground, as listed by Recreation.gov

Every site is in the WHITE SPAR CAMPGROUND loop.

Site	Type	Sleeps	Max RV	Access
02	Standard	5	-	Accessible
03	Standard	5	39 ft	Accessible
04	Standard	5	45 ft	Accessible
05	Standard	5	-	-
06	Standard	5	-	Accessible
07	Standard	5	-	-
08	Standard	5	42 ft	-
09	Standard	5	32 ft	-
10	Standard	5	44 ft	Accessible
11	Standard	5	60 ft	Accessible
12	Standard	5	-	-
13	Standard	5	45 ft	Accessible
14	Standard	5	45 ft	-
15	Standard	5	45 ft	-
16	Standard	5	-	Accessible
17	Standard	10	-	-
18	Standard	5	28 ft	Accessible
19	Standard	5	40 ft	Accessible
20	Standard	5	40 ft	-

Site	Type	Sleeps	Max RV	Access
21	Standard	5	45 ft	-
23	Standard	10	45 ft	Accessible
26	Standard	5	-	-
27	Standard	5	40 ft	Accessible
28	Standard	5	42 ft	Accessible
29	Standard	10	42 ft	Accessible
30	Standard	5	44 ft	Accessible
31	Standard	5	-	-
32	Standard	5	45 ft	Accessible
33	Standard	5	-	-
34	Standard	5	-	-
35	Standard	5	-	-
36	Standard	5	-	-
37	Standard	5	-	-
38	Standard	5	-	-
39	Standard	5	-	-
40	Standard	5	-	-
41	Standard	5	-	-

About White Spar Campground

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.

Recreation

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.

Facilities

White Spar Campground has 52 single and four double occupancy campsites. Some campsite driveways allow a camp unit (RV, or tow vehicle and trailer) and an extra vehicle, while many limit parking to only the camp unit. Each campsite has a picnic table, steel fire ring and/or concrete block grill, and either an established tent pad or an area for a tent. Accessible campsites are available. There are five pull-through, 34 back-in, and 17 parallel parking asphalt-surfaced driveways. Services include four vault restrooms, four trash dumpsters and nine water hydrants. There are no RV hook-ups or dump station in the campground. Water is not available in the non-peak season. The facility may be closed during snow events.

Natural Features

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.

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.

Rules and notices at White Spar Campground

Recreation.gov does not date these notices. We last read them on September 28, 2026. Check White Spar 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 sanitary dump station is available.

Water is available seasonally.

Fires are permitted only in concrete block grills or steel fire rings.

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

Single campsites are designed for up to 5 people and double campsites up to 10 people

The number of camp units allowed (one camp unit is either an RV towing a car, and/or vehicle towing a trailer) per single campsite and two per double campsite. One or two extra vehicles may be possible.

All guests without a reservation (first-come, first-served) or a second vehicle $5 at a single site, or $5 each for the 3rd and 4th vehicle for a doublce site must pay with exact change using the self-pay kiosk as soon as campsite is selected.There is a daily $5.00 fee for a 2nd vehicle at a single campsite and a daily $5.00 fee each for a 3rd and a 4th vehicle at a double campsite.

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

Discharging any weapon is prohibited in the campground.

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.

Internal road system designed for vehicles 45 feet or less. Accommodations for equipment vary by campsite.

Vehicles must remain on an established campsite driveway to prevent damage to vegetation and features, and to allow for safe traffic flow.

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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White Spar Campground FAQ

How hard is it to get a campsite at White Spar Campground?

White Spar Campground is rated "Moderate to Book" based on historical demand. With 37 sites available, you have good chances of finding availability, especially on weekdays.

How do I find last-minute availability at White Spar Campground?

Cancellations happen frequently at White Spar 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 White Spar Campground have?

White Spar Campground has 37 campsites.