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Granite Basin Recreation Area

Nestled among pines and boulders of Prescott's iconic Granite Mountain, Granite Basin Recreation Area offers a variety of recreational opportunities year-round including: hiking, backpacking, horse riding, non-motorized boating, rock climbing, fishing, camping, and picnicking. Scroll down (below the recreation map) to learn more about the excellent recreational opportunities in Granite Basin. 

Granite Basin Lake is not stocked with fish, but patient anglers may catch bluegill, largemouth bass, and catfish.  A valid fishing or combination license is required for resident and non-resident anglers 10 years of age or older fishing any publicly accessible water in Arizona.

Visit the AZGFD Fishing webpage for more information about fish stocking schedules, licensing, where to fish and more: https://www.azgfd.com/fishing-2/

 

Granite Basin Recreation Area Brochure

General Information

Day-use sites and trailheads:

  • March 1 - April 30: 7:00 AM - 7:00 PM
  • May 1 - August 31: 6:00 AM - 8:00 PM
  • September 1 - November 30: 7:00 AM - 6:00 PM
  • December 1 - February 28 (or 29): 7:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Facility and Amenity Information

Restrooms

Restrooms are not available at this site.

Water

Potable water is not available at this site.

Last updated April 26, 2025