Playground Group

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PRESCOTT NATIONAL FOREST, VERDE RANGER DISTRICT, 300 E HIGHWAY 260
CAMP VERDE, AZ 86322

Overview

Close to historic western towns and centrally located in Arizona, Playground Group Campground is a great place for groups of up to 75 people to enjoy a secluded mountain getaway.

The 7,500 ft. elevation of the site, puts it near the summit of Mingus Mountain in Prescott National Forest. Spectacular views of the surrounding desert valleys as well as the nearby towns of Sedona, Jerome and Prescott Valley await campers on the winding drive to and from the site.

Recreation

The surrounding forest offers many hiking trails of various levels of intensity, from easy short-distance walks to more challenging elevated climbs.

Campers who need a break from hiking can relax around the campground, take in the views and listen to the sound of the wind in the pines.

Facilities

The site has a large group gathering place with picnic tables, grills, a large fire pit and vault toilet and is adjacent to a family picnic area. There is no drinking water available.

The nearby towns of Prescott Valley and Cottonwood have grocery stores, restaurants, gas stations, shopping and other conveniences.

Natural Features

The campground is in a secluded site in the tall ponderosa pine trees. Pleasant daytime temperatures and cool mountain breezes make it a nice respite from the summer heat of nearby deserts.

Nearby Attractions

A short drive away is the colorful town of Jerome, an abandoned mining town that has been transformed into an artist and tourist community.

Tuzigoot National Monument, an ancient ruin of the Sinaguan culture, and Dead Horse Ranch State Park, which has mountain biking, canoeing and fishing along the Verde River, are also close by.

Tuzigoot National Monument

Dead Horse Ranch State Park

Camp site features

Across 1 camp site:

Pets allowed: all 1 sites
Group sites: all 1 sites
Longest RV: 40 ft
Largest party: 100 people

Directions

Take State Highway 89A (seven miles southwest of Jerome or 13 miles east of Prescott Valley) to Forest Road 104. Travel on Forest Road 104 for two miles to Playground Group Campground.

Stay Limit

Check in from 2 PM, check out by 12 PM.

Reviews

13 reviews

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Marla P

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Reviewed 17 days ago

The campsite was great. Kid friendly a remote. Couldn't find the water spigot at the picnic area but was able to find one further up the mountain. Bathrooms were clean and the views were amazing!!

Russell D

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Reviewed 3 months ago

Site excellent for a large church group

Bret A

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Reviewed a year ago

Perfect spot for a family camping trip. We’ve been reserving the campground for almost 40 years and plan to continue. There’s plenty of room for the grandkids to play outdoor sports and many hikes and walks right from the campground. Mingus Lake and the Lookout are a short drive or a nice walk away. The meadow next to the campground provides views of various wildlife.

Jose A

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Reviewed a year ago

It was a great location that our club loved. Camping in the trees, with a fire ring and benches in the shade, worked out great! We had about 25 vehicles arrive for our camping car show. The parking area was tight for anyone trailering their vehicles there. Dropping off and turning around was a challenge with how narrow the access was. Maybe next year, we can explore nearby staging areas for trailers. Thank you for a great experience!

David P

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Reviewed 2 years ago

We loved our experience at this group campground. Plenty of room for tents and a nice large cooking eating area with 12 tables and 3 BBQ grills. We will likely come back again!

Tamela H

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Reviewed 2 years ago

Great camp spot. Easy to get to but you feel away from it all. Camp hosts were super friendly. We had everything we needed.

Availability

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