Arizona · published-coordinate region
Potato Patch Campground
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USDA Forest Service41Supported overnight records
2Published site categories
41Sites with a reported party limit
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A closer look at the campground
Overview
Campers looking for some peace and quiet will find this relaxing campground offers cool summertime temperatures and easy access from scenic Hwy 89A in central Arizona. The campground is located at 7,200 ft. in elevation between Mingus Mountain and Woodchute Wilderness in a beautiful ponderosa pine forest. 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 Verde Ranger District at 1 (928) 567-4121.
Recreation
Wildlife viewing, hiking, scenic driving and off-highway scenic driving are popular in the area. The wanderer in you will appreciate your close proximity to Yeager Canyon Trail #28 and Woodchute Trail #102, a rewarding hike into the 5,923 acre Woodchute Wilderness and view from the top of Woodchute Mountain. Access to a segment of The Great Western Trail is located adjacent to the campground. Mingus Lake is just across the highway and stocked for fishing. The Verde River in the valley below offers rafting, kayaking and bird watching.
Facilities
Each site at Potato Patch Campground features a picnic table, paved parking, a level tent pad (non-electric sites only), and an elevated fire ring with grill. Accessible sites have an additional pedestal grill. Loop B: All twelve sites have electrical hookups (30 amp). Tents are not permitted. See site map under photos.Three composting toilets, garbage service, and potable water (not for filling RV tanks) are available to all campers.
Natural Features
This mountain top campground offers a cool respite from hot Arizona summers -- a classic forest setting for a memorable camping adventure. Connect with your inner naturalist and observe the wildlife and wildflowers found in abundance around the campground. Interesting geology can be found in any direction with many significant rock formations, canyons and mountains within easy driving distance from Potato Patch.
Nearby Attractions
The historic and eclectic mining town of Jerome is just down the steep, winding mountain road, with unique shopping and dining opportunities and Jerome State Historic Park. Tuzigoot National Monument, an ancient pueblo, and the lively historic towns of Clarkdale and Cottonwood with museums and basic services are just over 9 miles away. Hayfield Draw OHV Area is located on Highway 260 between Cottonwood and Camp Verde for a unique OHV recreational experience. The towns of Prescott Valley and Prescott are 20 miles away and provide a wide array of services, shopping and dining.
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How much is documented?
Reported fields across the 41 supported campsite records here. A reported value can still need interpretation; missing values remain unknown in the planner.
Party limit
41
Vehicle limit
41
Vehicle length
41
Driveway entry
41
Shade
39
Bars show counts, not a quality, accessibility or suitability score.
The campsite mix
Standard Nonelectric
29
Standard Electric
12
Operator directions
From Prescott, take U.S. Highway 89 north past Granite Dells, turn right on Hwy 89A and travel approximately 20 miles to the top of Mingus Mountain on steep, mountainous grade. Potato Patch Campground entrance will be to your left (across from the Summit Picnic Area) on Forest Road 106.
From the Verde Ranger Station in Camp Verde, travel approximately 20 miles northwest on Hwy 260 (toward Cottonwood). Turn left on Hwy 89A. Stay on Hwy 89A (watch for a second left turn), then follow the paved and winding mountain road through the town of Jerome and up to the summit on Mingus Mountain. This road is steep with tight hairpin turns and few pull-offs in Jerome or on the roadway. The turn-off to Potato Patch is on the right, across from the Summit Picnic Area.
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THE ACTUAL SITES
41 published campsite records
Raw published values are shown below, including zeros and ambiguous text. They are not validated capacities. The planner keeps missing, zero and questionable dimensions unknown.
View all 41 published site records
| SITE / LOOP | TYPE | EQUIPMENT LIMITS | PEOPLE / VEHICLES | DRIVEWAY | ELECTRIC / SHADE |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Site A01 Loop A Source updated: 2025-12-07 | Standard Nonelectric | Rv: 40 ft Tent: 40 ft Trailer: 40 ft Numeric screening only | 5 people 2 vehicles | Back-In 48 (raw length) | Not reported Shade: Yes |
| Site A02 Loop A Source updated: 2025-12-07 | Standard Nonelectric | Rv: 40 ft Tent: 40 ft Trailer: 40 ft Numeric screening only | 5 people 2 vehicles | Back-In 40 (raw length) | Not reported Shade: Yes |
| Site A02a Loop A Source updated: 2025-12-07 | Standard Nonelectric | Rv: 40 ft Tent: 40 ft Trailer: 40 ft Numeric screening only | 5 people 2 vehicles | Back-In 45 (raw length) | Not reported Shade: Yes |
| Site A03 Loop A Source updated: 2025-12-07 | Standard Nonelectric | Rv: 37 ft Tent: 37 ft Trailer: 37 ft Numeric screening only | 5 people 2 vehicles | Back-In 37 (raw length) | Not reported Shade: Yes |
| Site A04 Loop A Source updated: 2025-12-07 | Standard Nonelectric | Rv: 37 ft Tent: 37 ft Trailer: 37 ft Numeric screening only | 5 people 2 vehicles | Back-In 37 (raw length) | Not reported Shade: Yes |
| Site A05 Loop A Source updated: 2026-02-20 | Standard Nonelectric | Rv: 40 ft Tent: 40 ft Trailer: 40 ft Numeric screening only | 5 people 2 vehicles | Back-In 40 (raw length) | Not reported Shade: Yes |
| Site A06 Loop A Source updated: 2026-02-20 | Standard Nonelectric | Rv: 39 ft Tent: 39 ft Trailer: 39 ft Numeric screening only | 5 people 2 vehicles | Back-In 39 (raw length) | Not reported Shade: Yes |
| Site A07 Loop A Source updated: 2026-02-20 | Standard Nonelectric | Rv: 40 ft Tent: 40 ft Trailer: 40 ft Numeric screening only | 5 people 2 vehicles | Back-In 42 (raw length) | Not reported Shade: Full |
| Site A08 Loop A Source updated: 2026-02-20 | Standard Nonelectric | Rv: 40 ft Tent: 40 ft Trailer: 40 ft Numeric screening only | 5 people 2 vehicles | Back-In 40 (raw length) | Not reported Shade: Yes |
| Site A09 Loop A Source updated: 2026-02-20 | Standard Nonelectric | Rv: 30 ft Tent: 30 ft Trailer: 30 ft Numeric screening only | 5 people 2 vehicles | Back-In 30 (raw length) | Not reported Shade: Yes |
| Site A10 Loop A Source updated: 2025-12-07 | Standard Nonelectric | Rv: 37 ft Tent: 37 ft Trailer: 37 ft Numeric screening only | 5 people 2 vehicles | Back-In 37 (raw length) | Not reported Shade: Not reported |
| Site A11 Loop A Source updated: 2025-12-07 | Standard Nonelectric | Rv: 40 ft Tent: 40 ft Trailer: 40 ft Numeric screening only | 5 people 2 vehicles | Back-In 53 (raw length) | Not reported Shade: Not reported |
| Site A12 Loop A Source updated: 2025-12-07 | Standard Nonelectric | Rv: 40 ft Tent: 40 ft Trailer: 40 ft Numeric screening only | 5 people 2 vehicles | Back-In 41 (raw length) | Not reported Shade: Yes |
| Site A13 Loop A Source updated: 2025-12-07 | Standard Nonelectric | Rv: 35 ft Tent: 35 ft Trailer: 35 ft Numeric screening only | 10 people 2 vehicles | Back-In 35 (raw length) | Not reported Shade: Yes |
| Site A14 Loop A Source updated: 2025-12-07 | Standard Nonelectric | Rv: 39 ft Tent: 39 ft Trailer: 39 ft Numeric screening only | 5 people 2 vehicles | Back-In 39 (raw length) | Not reported Shade: Yes |
| Site A15 Loop A Source updated: 2025-12-07 | Standard Nonelectric | Rv: 35 ft Tent: 35 ft Trailer: 35 ft Numeric screening only | 5 people 2 vehicles | Back-In 35 (raw length) | Not reported Shade: Yes |
| Site A16 Loop A Source updated: 2025-12-07 | Standard Nonelectric | Rv: 35 ft Tent: 35 ft Trailer: 35 ft Numeric screening only | 5 people 2 vehicles | Back-In 35 (raw length) | Not reported Shade: Yes |
| Site A17 Loop A Source updated: 2025-12-07 | Standard Nonelectric | Rv: 40 ft Tent: 40 ft Trailer: 40 ft Numeric screening only | 5 people 2 vehicles | Back-In 43 (raw length) | Not reported Shade: Yes |
| Site A18 Loop A Source updated: 2025-12-07 | Standard Nonelectric | Rv: 40 ft Tent: 40 ft Trailer: 40 ft Numeric screening only | 5 people 2 vehicles | Back-In 46 (raw length) | Not reported Shade: Yes |
| Site A19 Loop A Source updated: 2025-12-07 | Standard Nonelectric | Rv: 38 ft Tent: 38 ft Trailer: 38 ft Numeric screening only | 5 people 2 vehicles | Back-In 38 (raw length) | Not reported Shade: Yes |
| Site A20 Loop A Source updated: 2025-12-07 | Standard Nonelectric | Rv: 36 ft Tent: 36 ft Trailer: 36 ft Numeric screening only | 5 people 2 vehicles | Back-In 36 (raw length) | Not reported Shade: Yes |
| Site A21 Loop A Source updated: 2025-12-07 | Standard Nonelectric | Rv: 40 ft Tent: 40 ft Trailer: 40 ft Numeric screening only | 5 people 2 vehicles | Back-In 40 (raw length) | Not reported Shade: Yes |
| Site A22 Loop A Source updated: 2025-12-07 | Standard Nonelectric | Rv: 35 ft Tent: 35 ft Trailer: 35 ft Numeric screening only | 5 people 2 vehicles | Back-In 35 (raw length) | Not reported Shade: Yes |
| Site A23 Loop A Source updated: 2026-02-20 | Standard Nonelectric | Rv: 38 ft Tent: 38 ft Trailer: 38 ft Numeric screening only | 5 people 2 vehicles | Back-In 38 (raw length) | Not reported Shade: Yes |
| Site A24 Loop A Source updated: 2026-02-20 | Standard Nonelectric | Rv: 40 ft Tent: 40 ft Trailer: 40 ft Numeric screening only | 5 people 2 vehicles | Back-In 68 (raw length) | Not reported Shade: Yes |
| Site A25 Loop A Source updated: 2026-02-20 | Standard Nonelectric | Rv: 38 ft Tent: 38 ft Trailer: 38 ft Numeric screening only | 5 people 2 vehicles | Back-In 38 (raw length) | Not reported Shade: Yes |
| Site A26 Loop A Source updated: 2026-02-20 | Standard Nonelectric | Rv: 40 ft Tent: 40 ft Trailer: 40 ft Numeric screening only | 5 people 2 vehicles | Back-In 42 (raw length) | Not reported Shade: Yes |
| Site A27 Loop A Source updated: 2026-02-20 | Standard Nonelectric | Rv: 40 ft Tent: 40 ft Trailer: 40 ft Numeric screening only | 5 people 2 vehicles | Back-In 40 (raw length) | Not reported Shade: Yes |
| Site A28 Loop A Source updated: 2025-12-07 | Standard Nonelectric | Rv: 40 ft Tent: 40 ft Trailer: 40 ft Numeric screening only | 5 people 2 vehicles | Back-In 40 (raw length) | Not reported Shade: Yes |
| Site B01 Loop B Source updated: 2026-02-20 | Standard Electric | Rv: 40 ft Trailer: 40 ft Numeric screening only | 5 people 2 vehicles | Pull-Through 42 (raw length) | 30 Shade: Yes |
| Site B02 Loop B Source updated: 2025-12-07 | Standard Electric | Rv: 40 ft Trailer: 40 ft Numeric screening only | 5 people 2 vehicles | Pull-Through 42 (raw length) | 30 Shade: Yes |
| Site B03 Loop B Source updated: 2025-12-07 | Standard Electric | Rv: 40 ft Trailer: 40 ft Numeric screening only | 5 people 2 vehicles | Pull-Through 42 (raw length) | 30 Shade: Yes |
| Site B04 Loop B Source updated: 2025-12-07 | Standard Electric | Rv: 40 ft Trailer: 40 ft Numeric screening only | 5 people 2 vehicles | Pull-Through 50 (raw length) | 30 Shade: Yes |
| Site B05 Loop B Source updated: 2025-12-07 | Standard Electric | Rv: 40 ft Trailer: 40 ft Numeric screening only | 5 people 2 vehicles | Pull-Through 47 (raw length) | 30 Shade: Yes |
| Site B06 Loop B Source updated: 2025-12-07 | Standard Electric | Rv: 40 ft Trailer: 40 ft Numeric screening only | 5 people 2 vehicles | Pull-Through 42 (raw length) | 30 Shade: Yes |
| Site B07 Loop B Source updated: 2025-12-07 | Standard Electric | Rv: 40 ft Trailer: 40 ft Numeric screening only | 5 people 2 vehicles | Pull-Through 43 (raw length) | 30 Shade: Yes |
| Site B08 Loop B Source updated: 2025-12-07 | Standard Electric | Rv: 40 ft Trailer: 40 ft Numeric screening only | 5 people 2 vehicles | Pull-Through 44 (raw length) | 30 Shade: Yes |
| Site B09 Loop B Source updated: 2025-12-07 | Standard Electric | Rv: 40 ft Trailer: 40 ft Numeric screening only | 5 people 2 vehicles | Pull-Through 45 (raw length) | 30 Shade: Yes |
| Site B10 Loop B Source updated: 2025-12-07 | Standard Electric | Rv: 40 ft Trailer: 40 ft Numeric screening only | 5 people 2 vehicles | Pull-Through 44 (raw length) | 30 Shade: Yes |
| Site B11 Loop B Source updated: 2025-12-07 | Standard Electric | Rv: 40 ft Trailer: 40 ft Numeric screening only | 5 people 2 vehicles | Pull-Through 42 (raw length) | 30 Shade: Yes |
| Site B12 Loop B Source updated: 2026-02-20 | Standard Electric | Rv: limit unknown Trailer: 40 ft Numeric screening only | 5 people 2 vehicles | Pull-Through 48 (raw length) | 30 Shade: Yes |
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