Hilltop Campground

Lynx Lake boat launch temporarily unavailable due to low water

Water levels at Lynx Lake are very low due to an outlet valve in the dam that needs repair. AZGFD is working to determine what the problem is and how to fix it. There is currently no estimate of how long repairs may take. View news release dated December 26, 2024 for more information: https://www.fs.usda.gov/detail/prescott/news-events/?cid=FSEPRD1220284

Lynx Lake & Verde River Annual Bald Eagle Closures 12/1 - 6/30

John's Tank Trail near Lynx Lake and parts of the banks of the Verde River are closed annually from December 1 - June 30 to protect nesting bald eagles.

News releases dated 11/25/24:

Located in the Lynx Lake Recreation Area. This campground is located in the ponderosa pine forest about 0.5 mile directly south of Lynx Lake. The campsites provided are generally large enough to accommodate most recreational vehicles under 40 feet in length. A host is available to provide information and assist visitors to locate a suitable camping site.

Lynx Lake Recreation Area Brochure (1,020 KB)

Map of Hilltop Campground (168 KB JPG)

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Facilities

38 campsites with picnic tables, and grills
Drinking water
5 vault toilets
Garbage service

RVs:

Maximum vehicle length 40'
No RV hook-ups
Filling RV water tanks is not permitted.

At a Glance

Reservations:	Sites 12 - 38 may be reserved on the day of arrival or up to six months in advance through recreation.gov, or by calling 877-444-6777. Sites 1 - 11 are available on a first-come-first-served basis, but they fill quickly. For more information see our Reservation versus First-Come-First-Served Sites FAQs webpage, or contact the Bradshaw Ranger District at 928-443-8000.
Fees:	$18 for campsite $36 for double campsite $5 for extra vehicle
Open Season:	April 1 - Oct 31
Usage:	Heavy
Restrictions:	• Check-in after 2:00 p.m./Check-out by 12:00 noon Quiet hours between 10 p.m. and 6 a.m. • Campfires in developed fire pits only • The gathering of dead wood is allowed for campground use only • Fireworks are prohibited • Dogs must be on leash (6' maximum) • OHV/ATV use prohibited in the campground • Maximum length of stay: 14 days in 30-day period on the Prescott National Forest including stays at dispersed recreation sites. • Discharging any weapon is prohibited in the Lynx Lake Recreation Area
Closest Towns:	Approximately 15 minutes from Prescott, AZ
Operated By:	Forest Service

General Information

Directions:

Access is by paved road. From the Courthouse Plaza go east on Gurley Street. Turn east onto Highway 69. Go 4 miles to the turnoff to Walker (Forest Road 197). Follow this road for approximately 3 miles to the campground sign. Turn left onto this access road; the campground is less than 0.5 mile from Walker Road. Campground road and spurs are paved.

Parking:

Maximum vehicle length: 40 feet

Recreation Map

Map showing recreational areas. Map Information

Activities

Campground Camping

At least one person must occupy a campsite during the first night after camping equipment is set up.
Each camp site usually accommodates one vehicle towing a camp trailer plus one additional vehicle (there is a charge for additional vehicle). Vehicles must be parked in space provided on site - not along side the road.
Sites are designed for 5 people; a maximum of 10 is allowed only to accommodate a single large family.