Alto Pit Ohv Campground
Alto Pit OHV Campground is located at the foot of Granite Mountain Wilderness Area, at an elevation of 6,200 feet. The off-highway trail system within the recreation area draws enthusiasts of all ages with degrees of skills that prove challenging and enjoyable for everyone alike. 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 Bradshaw Ranger District at 1 (928) 443-8000.
The campground has 10 single occupancy campsites and one double occupancy campsite. Each campsite has a picnic table, campfire ring, and space for a tent. Near the entrance to the facility is a large Ramada. This may be used for group gatherings of up to 50 people. Ten campsite driveways are pull-through, one campsite driveway is back-in, and all have gravel surfaces. Some campsite driveways allow a camp unit (RV or tow vehicle and trailer) and an extra vehicle quite easily, while others may be snug. Services include three vault restrooms and two trash dumpsters. There are no RV hook-ups or dump station in the campground. There is a $5 day-use fee for visitors not camping although day-use is free on Wednesdays.
Need to Know
- Maximum stay limit is 14 days within 30 consecutive days in Prescott National Forest including stays at dispersed sites.
- No water, electricity or RV sanitary dump station is available.
- Fires are permitted only in stoves or designated fire rings.
- Camping is permitted only in a designated campsite.
- The maximum occupancy at a campsite is 5 people and two full-sized vehicles (except campsite #3 where the maximum occupancy is 10 people and four full-sized vehicles).
- The maximum number of RVs towing a car or vehicles towing a trailer is one per single campsite and two per double site. There is a $5.00 fee for a 2nd vehicle in a single campsite with a two car maximum or $5.00 fee each for the 3rd and 4th vehicle. A double family campsite is $36 if occupied by only one vehicle with a four vehicle maximum. Not every double site can accommodate four RVs or Trailer combinations.
- All campers with a second vehicle must pay with exact change using the self-pay kiosk upon arrival. There is a $5 day use fee-except Wednesday
- At least one person must occupy a campsite during the first night after camping equipment is set up. Camping equipment may not be left unattended for more than 24 hours.
- Depositing refuse in provided trash receptacles brought from private property is prohibited.
- Fireworks, including sparklers, are prohibited at all times on National Forest Lands.
- Quiet hours between 10 p.m. and 6 a.m.
- Speed limit is 15 MPH!
- ATVs may travel on the campground’s one-way road only to access trails (no laps are permitted).
- Additional important rider and campground information can be found on Prescott National Forest's website.
- Don't Move Firewood: Prevent the spread of tree-killing pests by obtaining firewood near your destination and burning it on-site. For more information visit dontmovefirewood.org .
Natural Features
The rugged landscape that encompasses and surrounds Alto Pit OHV Campground is a nearly perfect setting for off-highway vehicle (OHV) enthusiasts. Granite rock in various stages of degradation is evident and is more pronounced when viewing craggy and rugged Granite Mountain rising abruptly to the north. Predominate vegetation include ponderosa pine, limber pine, oak, manzanita, and a variety of shrubs and grasses.
Nearby Attractions
Granite Basin Recreation Area is located northeast of the Alto Pit OHV Area and just a 15 minute drive away. Granite Basin contains Yavapai Campground, Granite Basin Lake and several day use areas. Visitors enjoy fishing, bird-watching, backpacking, hiking, horseback riding, biking, picnicking, camping, and just plain relaxing. Immediately rising north of Granite Basin Lake is rugged Granite Mountain with a highest point of 6,874 feet within Granite Mountain Wilderness Area. Thumb Butte, at 6,515 feet, rises prominently southeast of Alto Pit OHV Area and can be seen from most anywhere in the Prescott Basin. It is one of the most popular destinations in the Prescott National Forest.
Recreation
Once an active gravel pit, Alto Pit is now exclusively used for motorized off-road travel. Main Pit is the larger of two gravel pits within the recreation area. West Pit is located a short distance to the southwest of Main Pit. The 20-mile trail system offers challenging rides for advanced recreationists and thrilling rides for beginners.
Contact Information
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PRESCOTT NATIONAL FOREST BRADSHAW RANGER DISTRICT 344 S. CORTEZ STREET Prescott AZ 86303
Phone Number
For campground inquiries, please call: 1 (877) 444-6777
Rental Options
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Driving Directions
From the courthouse located in downtown City of Prescott, go northwest on Iron Spring Road. Continue 5 miles past the junction of Gale Gardner Way and Iron Springs Road. Alto Pit is on the right side of the road.
Available Campsites
- Site 04, Loop ALTO PIT OHV CAMPGROUND, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 06, Loop ALTO PIT OHV CAMPGROUND, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 01, Loop ALTO PIT OHV CAMPGROUND, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 11, Loop ALTO PIT OHV CAMPGROUND, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 02, Loop ALTO PIT OHV CAMPGROUND, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 08, Loop ALTO PIT OHV CAMPGROUND, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 09, Loop ALTO PIT OHV CAMPGROUND, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 10, Loop ALTO PIT OHV CAMPGROUND, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 07, Loop ALTO PIT OHV CAMPGROUND, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 03, Loop ALTO PIT OHV CAMPGROUND, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 05, Loop ALTO PIT OHV CAMPGROUND, Type Standard Nonelectric
