Hazlett Hollow Campground
Closed — Closed for the season. The campground operates May 1 through October 31 and may close early or open late depending on snowfall. Currently free camping with pack-out garbage system.
Fireworks, Explosives and Sparks Restrictions
To prevent fires and for public safety order 03-00-23-001 prohibits to 1) possess, discharge, or use any kind of firework or other pyrotechnic devices; 2) use explosives; or 3) operate an internal or external combustion engine without a spark arresting devic
Motor Vehicle Order Road Restrictions
The purpose of this Order is for the protection of public health and safety and prohibits:
Pile Burning Work Continues on the Bradshaw RD (Prescott Basin)
Fire managers on the Prescott National Forest plan prescribed fire operations, primarily pile burning, in the Prescott Basin on the Bradshaw Ranger District. The hand piles are from recent hazardous fuels reduction and thinning projects.
Prescott National Forest Pile Burning Planned on the Bradshaw Ranger District
Fire Managers on the Bradshaw Ranger District plan to conduct a prescribed fire, primarily pile burning, on Big Bug Mesa – pending favorable conditions.
Prescott National Forest lifts Stage 1 fire restrictions and recreational shooting restrictions
The Prescott National Forest has lifted Stage 1 Fire Restrictions and the Emergency Recreational Shooting order effective Sept. 5, 2025, at 8 a.m. This decision follows careful monitoring of fuel moisture, weather patterns, and fire activity.
Orchard Fire
Prescott National Forest resources are actively engaged with the Orchard Fire, a potential lightning caused fire near the Town of Clarkdale; the incident is currently listed at 65 acres with 50% containment.
Prescott National Forest announces Stage 1 Fire Restrictions
PRESCOTT, Arizona, May 29, 2025 - Due to rapidly drying wildland fuels and above normal predicted fire potential for the month of June, the Prescott National Forest plans to enter Stage 1 Fire Restrictions, to include a recreational shooting prohibition, beginning Friday, May 30t
Towers Mountain Road (NFSR 52C) Temporary Closure
Temporary closure of NFS Road to protect the infrastructure, ensuring the continued operation of critical communication services and reduce vandalism of communication facilities, including towers and equipment shelters. This Order shall be in effect from April 25, 2025, at 07:00a.m.
Verde Ranger Station Closed to the Public
The Camp Verde Ranger Station will close to the public starting on Monday, April 28, 2025. The public can still access all products and services at the Red Rock Ranger Visitor Center, located at 8375 State Route 179, Sedona,
NFS Road 354 Closure Order #03-07-25-00
This Order prohibits travel on the NFS Road 354 and other roads in the area on the Williams Ranger District of the Kaibab Naitonal Forest and the Chino Valley Ranger District of the Prescott National Forest.
Lynx Lake Boat Launch Temporarily Unavailable due to Low Water
Lynx Lake boat launch temporarily unavailable due to low water
Hwy 260 Corridor Camping Restrictions
Camping prohibition along the Highway 260 corridor to mitigate natural resource degradation, including negative impacts to soil, water quality and riparian corridors, stemming from overuse of the Described Areas by the public, as well as to protect public health and safety from forest
Target Type Shooting Restriction
Prohibition on shooting specific target types. The purpose of Order #03-09-05-24-08 is to protect natural and cultural resources from sanitation impacts and protection of public health and safety.
Verde Wild & Scenic River Fire, Occupancy and Use, and Waste Prohibitions
The purpose of Order #03-09-05-23-25 is to protect natural resources and meet management standards established in the Verde Wild and Scenic River Comprehensive River Management Plan as required by the National Wild & Scenic Rivers Act of 1968. This Order shall be in effect from December
Prescott Basin Dispersed Camping Restrictions
Order #09-233 restricts camping in the Prescott Basin to designated dispersed sites.
14-Day Camping Limit
Order #09-225 prohibits camping on the Prescott National Forest for more than 14 days within a 30-day period.
About
Hazlett Hollow Campground is one of the most attractive and well-developed campgrounds in the southern Bradshaw Mountains, located in the Horsethief Basin Area of Prescott National Forest. This semi-primitive campground showcases the craftsmanship of the Civilian Conservation Corps, who built most of the stone walls and walkways throughout the facility during the 1930s. The campground is situated among ponderosa pine forests at approximately 6,000 feet elevation. The campground features 15 campsites, each equipped with a unique 3-sided wooden shelter with a concrete floor, picnic table, and fire grill. Sites can accommodate RVs with maximum vehicle lengths varying by site from 22 to 40 feet, though high-clearance vehicles are strongly recommended due to unimproved dirt road access. Each site is designed for up to 5 people, with a maximum of 10 allowed for single large families. Water jugs can be filled at the outdoor hydrant at nearby Horsethief Cabin, approximately one mile away. The Horsethief Basin Area offers numerous recreational opportunities including hiking, off-highway vehicle trails, fishing at Horsethief Lake, and access to the Horsethief Lookout Tower. The campground operates on a first-come, first-served basis with no advance reservations. Access requires traveling unimproved dirt roads through Crown King, making this a destination for those seeking a more remote camping experience.
Directions
From Prescott via Mayer: Take Main St. through Mayer continuing east to Antelope Creek Road. Continue southeast approximately 9 miles to Cordes. Take Forest Road 259 to Crown King. At Crown King take FR 259A south 0.5 miles to FR 52. Take FR 52 southeast approximately 6 miles to the campground northeast of Horsethief Lake. From I-17: Take Bumble Bee exit and continue north on dirt road to FR 259 to Crown King, then FR 259A south to FR 52. High-clearance vehicle required on unimproved dirt roads.
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Amenities
| Water | Yes |
| Fires Allowed | Yes |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | No |
| Wifi | No |
| Pets Allowed | Yes |
| Showers | No |
| Electric Hookups | No |
| Water Hookups | No |
| Sewer Hookups | No |
| Camp Store | No |
| Price | $0 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | 40ft |
| Max Trailer Length | 40ft |
| Big Rig Friendly | No |
| Pull Through Sites | — |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (928) 777-2200 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | Yes |
| Verizon | None |
| T-Mobile | None |
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