Potato Patch Campground

Show on map (928) 567-4121 DURING OFFICE HOURS 0800 -0430 M-F thomas.palmer@usda.gov

PRESCOTT NATIONAL FOREST, VERDE RANGER DISTRICT, 300 EAST HIGHWAY 260
Camp Verde, AZ 86322

Overview

Campers looking for some peace and quiet will find this relaxing campground offers cool summertime temperatures and easy access from scenic Hwy 89A in central Arizona. The campground is located at 7,200 ft. in elevation between Mingus Mountain and Woodchute Wilderness in a beautiful ponderosa pine forest. 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 Verde Ranger District at 1 (928) 567-4121.

Recreation

Wildlife viewing, hiking, scenic driving and off-highway scenic driving are popular in the area. The wanderer in you will appreciate your close proximity to Yeager Canyon Trail #28 and Woodchute Trail #102, a rewarding hike into the 5,923 acre Woodchute Wilderness and view from the top of Woodchute Mountain. Access to a segment of The Great Western Trail is located adjacent to the campground. Mingus Lake is just across the highway and stocked for fishing. The Verde River in the valley below offers rafting, kayaking and bird watching.

Facilities

Each site at Potato Patch Campground features a picnic table, paved parking, a level tent pad (non-electric sites only), and an elevated fire ring with grill. Accessible sites have an additional pedestal grill.

Loop B: All twelve sites have electrical hookups (30 amp). Tents are not permitted. See site map under photos.

Three composting toilets, garbage service, and potable water (not for filling RV tanks) are available to all campers.

Natural Features

This mountain top campground offers a cool respite from hot Arizona summers -- a classic forest setting for a memorable camping adventure. Connect with your inner naturalist and observe the wildlife and wildflowers found in abundance around the campground. Interesting geology can be found in any direction with many significant rock formations, canyons and mountains within easy driving distance from Potato Patch.

Nearby Attractions

The historic and eclectic mining town of Jerome is just down the steep, winding mountain road, with unique shopping and dining opportunities and Jerome State Historic Park. Tuzigoot National Monument, an ancient pueblo, and the lively historic towns of Clarkdale and Cottonwood with museums and basic services are just over 9 miles away. Hayfield Draw OHV Area is located on Highway 260 between Cottonwood and Camp Verde for a unique OHV recreational experience. The towns of Prescott Valley and Prescott are 20 miles away and provide a wide array of services, shopping and dining.

Camp site features

Across 41 camp sites:

Electric hookups: 12 of 41 sites
Picnic table: all 41 sites
Pets allowed: all 41 sites
ADA accessible: 3 of 41 sites
Longest RV: 40 ft
Largest party: 10 people
Power up to 30 amps
Equipment: RV, Tent, Trailer

Directions

From Prescott, take U.S. Highway 89 north past Granite Dells, turn right on Hwy 89A and travel approximately 20 miles to the top of Mingus Mountain on steep, mountainous grade. Potato Patch Campground entrance will be to your left (across from the Summit Picnic Area) on Forest Road 106. From the Verde Ranger Station in Camp Verde, travel approximately 20 miles northwest on Hwy 260 (toward Cottonwood). Turn left on Hwy 89A. Stay on Hwy 89A (watch for a second left turn), then follow the paved and winding mountain road through the town of Jerome and up to the summit on Mingus Mountain. This road is steep with tight hairpin turns and few pull-offs in Jerome or on the roadway. The turn-off to Potato Patch is on the right, across from the Summit Picnic Area.

Stay Limit

Check in from 2 PM, check out by 11 AM.

Reviews

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Michael M

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Reviewed 10 days ago

Clean, quiet and pleasant place to camp. Had full 5g signal with Verizon.

Gary S

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Reviewed 12 days ago

As we pulled in there was about ten Mule Deer waiting to greet us. It was a beautiful sight. Carol was very nice and helped us get the best sight possible.

Kelli A

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Reviewed 16 days ago

We love Potato Patch.... Glad we could get one more trip in before the season ends...And they close up, we'll be back in april. Love this place!!!! Staff is great....Carol is a sweetheart! Highly recommend 😊😊😊😊

Dee H

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Reviewed 17 days ago

Site are close to each other and in a nice area. No potable water at the park. I enjoyed the star filled night sky.

Peggy L

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Reviewed 18 days ago

Very nice campground, quiet, clean restrooms and beautiful forest area around the campground.

Mike W

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Reviewed 19 days ago

Great little spot, beautiful setting. Close to Jerome, Prescott, etc. Camp host was very friendly, sites were clean and level. Wish there was water available for filling the tank but otherwise great.

Availability

See the Camp Sites section below to find detailed booking availability.

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