Mingus
Mountain Campground is located about 1 hour from
either Prescott or Camp Verde and can be reached by paved
road except the last 3 miles which is a dirt road. The
campground is located overlooking Verde Valley and on
clear days, the nearby scenic overlook offers outstanding
views. Summer temperatures are drastically lower then
nearby Prescott and Cottonwood. Make sure you pack it
in and pack it out, Mingus Mountain does not have a trash
collection area.
There
are no facilities for showers, RV hookups, waste disposal or water.
Hiking
is available nearby with access to North Mingus Trail #105, View
Point Trail #106, Coleman Trail #108, and Gaddes Trail #110
Directions
From
Prescott take hwy 89 north to hwy 89A. Take HWY 89A 19 miles to
FR 104 at the summit. Take FR 104 east approx. 3 miles to the
campground. FR 104 is dirt but can accomodate all vehicles when
dry.
From
Camp Verde take hwy 260 Northwest for 20 miles to Junction
89A. Take hwy 89A 14 miles through the historic town of
Jerome (where you will find a couple of old west saloons
and a haunted hotel) to FR 104. Take FR 104 3 miles to
the campground.
