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Prescott National Forest
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Prescott National Forest Fall Colors © Susan Kordish
Granite Mountain trail in fall
Prescott National Forest The Lake © Susan Kordish
Granite Basin Lake
Prescott National Forest Boulder © Susan Kordish
Boulders along the trail
Prescott National Forest The View © Susan Kordish
The view from trail
Prescott National Forest Yellows of Fall © Susan Kordish
Fall colors along the Granite Mountain trail
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PRESCOTT NATIONAL FOREST
PRESCOTT NATIONAL FOREST
344 South Cortez Street
Prescott, Arizona   86303

Phone: 928-443-8000
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The Forest is located about 70 air miles northwest of Phoenix, Arizona, contains approximately 1,237,000 acres, and is composed of two distinct divisions. The eastern portion of the Forest, which forms the headwaters of the Verde River (sections of this river have been designated as a component of the Wild and Scenic River System), is bordered on the north by the Kaibab National Forest, on the east by the Coconino National Forest, and on the south by the Tonto National Forest. The western portion of the Forest, which includes the Bradshaw and Santa Maria mountain ranges, is separated from the eastern portion by a broad patchwork of state, private, and other Federal lands. It forms the southern and western boundaries of the town of Prescott, the first capital of the territory of Arizona.

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Camping
The forest contains 10 campgrounds, 4 group reservation campgrounds, 7 picnic areas, and 2 group reservation picnic areas. Most of the developed recreation sites are located in the pines with 5 of the campgrounds and two of the picnic areas situated near manmade lakes. Several developed sites offer barrier-free access for users experiencing disabilities.

Swimming
Nearly 450 miles of scenic trails for hiking, backpacking, horseback riding, or mountain biking are offered on the Prescott National Forest. The forest also contains one National Recreational Trail (Granite Mountain Trail) and one National Historic Study trail (General Crook Trail). The mild climate allows the trails to be enjoyed year-round.


Location
Prescott National Forest is located near Prescott, Prescott Valley


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Area Campgrounds
Point of Rocks Campground
3025 North Highway 89
Prescott, AZ
928-445-9018
Willow Lake RV Park
1617 Heritage Park Road
Prescott, AZ
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Directions
From Prescott, US highway 89 and alt 89 north provide quick access to the forest.

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