U.S. Forest Service · Prescott National Forest · AZ
Powell Springs Campground
OpenStatus
First-comeAccess
The place
A historic campground built by the CCC, Powell Springs is flanked by Hackberry Wash, a seasonal creek. Ponderosa pines provide shade in the campground, and riparian vegetation grows along the wash. View photos on Flickr Note: This site closes following especially heavy rain or snow, and when the roads are too icy. If you plan to visit and want to make sure it is open, please contact the Verde Ranger Station: 928-567-4121. Keep reading
When the office is closed, please check the right-hand column under "Alerts and Warnings" to see if there are weather-related closures, and follow the link to see if this site is closed or on a reduced schedule. Facilities 11 campsites 12 picnic tables 2 fireplaces 9 fire pits 11 pedestal grills No drinking water Vault toilet No garbage service - Please pack it out
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No reservation needed
First come,
first servedArrive early — popular areas fill by afternoon
first servedArrive early — popular areas fill by afternoon
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Fees
None
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This campground sits in AZ-02. This member’s public-lands record →
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