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White Spar Campground

34.5061° N / 112.4779° W · Data Sep 18 2026, checked hourly
Next open date Sep 20Next open weekend Sep 2562 detected openings this week41 monitored sites

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Booking reality
Campsite Sniper detected 62 site openings here in the last 7 days
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01 · Detected Opening History · the openings record · file CS-256933

When White Spar Campground reopens

White Spar Campground's openings record: every site-date Campsite Sniper detected turning available, logged and time-stamped. Refreshed hourly.
Openings · last 7 days
62
Openings · last 30 days
124
Openings · last 90 days
141

Weekday pattern

Detected openings by day of week · 90d
0102030405011401144141110MONTUEWEDTHUFRISATSUNOPENINGS RECORDED · LAST 90 DAYS · N = 141

No strong weekday pattern is evident in the openings Campsite Sniper has detected: 141 openings spread across the week.

Hour-of-day pattern

First detected by hour · local time · last 90 days
051015201211112014000408121620HOUR OF DAY (24H) · MST · LAST 90 DAYS

The largest concentrations of detected openings were first detected during the 17:00 and 22:00 local-time hours. Those hours contained 34 of 141 detected openings (24.1%). Hours show when Campsite Sniper first detected each opening, in Mountain Standard Time (Arizona), not when the change was made upstream.

Lead-time profile

Days before stay date · percentiles
P25 · 7DMEDIAN · 14 DAYS OUTP75 · 29D0306090120150180DAYS BEFORE STAY DATE

Half of the openings Campsite Sniper detected appeared at least 14 days before the stay date; the middle 50% land 7–29 days out. Set an alert if you want Campsite Sniper to monitor future openings.

Highest-churn sites

Most openings · 90d
SiteOpeningsShare of all openings
11  1712.1%
20  128.5%
27  128.5%
08  117.8%
10  107.1%

Site 11 had the most detected openings in the last 90 days: 17. One free watch covers every site here.

02 · Availability Outlook · Sep 18, 2026 – Mar 19, 2027 · of 41 monitored sites

Of the 7,320 tracked site-nights (Sep 18, 2026 – Mar 19, 2027): 5,728 open for online reservation · 1,043 reserved · 549 on sites not offered for online reservation (first-come, first-served or administrative). Of the facility's 41 monitored sites, 37 can be reserved online and 3 are first-come, first-served (1 closed).

Where the open windows are

21.7% of tracked site-nights are not currently open for online reservation. 5,728 of 7,320 remain open; here is where they are.

Load status

Sep 18, 2026 – Mar 19, 2027
Not open online21.7%
Open site-nights5,728 / 7,320
Reserved (of online inventory)1,043 / 6,771
Weekday openings3,424
Weekend openings2,304

Of the open site-nights on mapped sites, 3,424 fall on weekdays and 2,304 on weekends (Fri–Sun).

Open dates by month

Sep 2026 – Mar 2027
04008001,2001,6002176319401,1191,1421,006673SEPOCTNOVDECJANFEBMARSOLID = OPEN SITE-NIGHTS · DASHED OUTLINE = TOTAL BOOKABLE

January holds the most room. 1,142 of 1,240 site-nights are still open there.

Holiday windows

Sites open per night · of 40 sites
WindowNightSites openStatus
Labor DaySAT Sep 50None open
SUN Sep 60None open
MON Sep 70None open
ThanksgivingTHU Nov 2625Open
FRI Nov 2727Open
SAT Nov 2825Open
ChristmasTHU Dec 2435Open
FRI Dec 2535Open
New YearTHU Dec 3136Open
FRI Jan 136Open

Labor Day: no online availability on any tracked night. Thanksgiving: 21 sites are available for the complete three-night stay. Christmas: 35 sites are available for the complete two-night stay. New Year: 36 sites are available for the complete two-night stay.

Best-availability sites

Most open site-nights · tracked window
SiteOpen site-nights
26  176
33  170
37  169
34  168
32  167

The 5 sites with the most open site-nights in the current snapshot. Pair a bookable date with a free alert to cover everything else.

Next windows

As of Sep 18, 2026 snapshot
Next open dateSun · Sep 20
Next open weekendFri · Sep 25

The next bookable night is Sep 20; the first open weekend starts Sep 25. Campsite Sniper can watch later dates for you.

Stays and site detail

5,728 open site-nights across 37 sites at White Spar Campground, from the same hourly snapshot as everything above.

Multi-night stays. 240 2-night, 214 3-night, 81 7-night openings where a single site is free for every night, per Campsite Sniper's current snapshot — soonest Sep 20 at site 11.

RV length. Longest recorded site here is 60 ft. 38 sites take 25 ft, 30 sites take 35 ft, 28 sites take 40 ft.

All 37 sites with current availability
SiteMax RVHookupsOpen site-nightsLongest runDates
2624 ftNone176154 nightsSep 21, Sep 22, Sep 23, Sep 24, Sep 27, Sep 28, Sep 29, Sep 30, Oct 1, Oct 2, Oct 3, Oct 4 +164 more
3330 ftNone170147 nightsSep 20, Sep 21, Sep 22, Sep 23, Sep 24, Sep 28, Sep 29, Sep 30, Oct 1, Oct 4, Oct 5, Oct 6 +158 more
3738 ftNone169147 nightsSep 20, Sep 21, Sep 22, Sep 23, Sep 28, Sep 29, Sep 30, Oct 1, Oct 2, Oct 4, Oct 5, Oct 6 +157 more
3420 ftNone168139 nightsSep 20, Sep 21, Sep 22, Sep 23, Sep 24, Sep 27, Sep 28, Sep 29, Sep 30, Oct 4, Oct 5, Oct 6 +156 more
3245 ftNone167132 nightsSep 20, Sep 21, Sep 22, Sep 23, Sep 27, Sep 28, Sep 29, Sep 30, Oct 1, Oct 4, Oct 5, Oct 6 +155 more
4132 ftNone166147 nightsSep 26, Sep 27, Sep 28, Sep 29, Sep 30, Oct 1, Oct 4, Oct 5, Oct 6, Oct 7, Oct 8, Oct 9 +154 more
3830 ftNone165139 nightsSep 20, Sep 21, Sep 22, Sep 23, Sep 24, Sep 27, Sep 28, Sep 29, Sep 30, Oct 1, Oct 2, Oct 4 +153 more
1943 ftNone164139 nightsSep 27, Sep 28, Sep 29, Sep 30, Oct 1, Oct 4, Oct 5, Oct 6, Oct 7, Oct 8, Oct 13, Oct 14 +152 more
3630 ftNone164139 nightsSep 20, Sep 21, Sep 22, Sep 23, Sep 24, Sep 28, Sep 29, Sep 30, Oct 1, Oct 4, Oct 5, Oct 6 +152 more
1830 ftNone163147 nightsSep 20, Sep 21, Sep 22, Sep 23, Sep 24, Sep 27, Sep 28, Oct 11, Oct 12, Oct 13, Oct 14, Oct 18 +151 more
2942 ftNone163113 nightsSep 20, Sep 21, Sep 22, Sep 23, Sep 24, Sep 28, Sep 29, Sep 30, Oct 1, Oct 5, Oct 6, Oct 7 +151 more
0745 ftNone16298 nightsSep 20, Sep 21, Sep 22, Sep 27, Sep 28, Sep 29, Sep 30, Oct 1, Oct 4, Oct 5, Oct 6, Oct 7 +150 more
3545 ftNone161112 nightsSep 20, Sep 21, Sep 22, Sep 23, Sep 27, Sep 28, Sep 29, Sep 30, Oct 1, Oct 4, Oct 5, Oct 6 +149 more
0645 ftNone159152 nightsSep 27, Sep 28, Sep 29, Sep 30, Oct 1, Oct 4, Oct 5, Oct 19, Oct 20, Oct 21, Oct 22, Oct 23 +147 more
4034 ftNone159138 nightsSep 23, Sep 24, Sep 28, Sep 29, Sep 30, Oct 1, Oct 2, Oct 4, Oct 5, Oct 6, Oct 7, Oct 8 +147 more
0245 ftNone158103 nightsSep 20, Sep 21, Sep 24, Oct 4, Oct 5, Oct 6, Oct 7, Oct 11, Oct 12, Oct 17, Oct 18, Oct 19 +146 more
2159 ftNone158140 nightsSep 21, Sep 24, Sep 27, Sep 28, Sep 29, Sep 30, Oct 1, Oct 4, Oct 5, Oct 6, Oct 7, Oct 8 +146 more
2049 ftNone157133 nightsSep 20, Sep 21, Sep 22, Sep 23, Sep 24, Sep 25, Oct 2, Oct 4, Oct 5, Oct 6, Oct 7, Oct 13 +145 more
2360 ftNone15780 nightsSep 20, Sep 21, Sep 22, Sep 23, Sep 24, Sep 27, Sep 28, Sep 29, Sep 30, Oct 1, Oct 2, Oct 3 +145 more
3932 ftNone157138 nightsSep 21, Sep 22, Sep 23, Oct 4, Oct 5, Oct 6, Oct 7, Oct 8, Oct 16, Oct 17, Oct 18, Oct 19 +145 more
3044 ftNone155111 nightsSep 25, Sep 28, Sep 29, Oct 4, Oct 5, Oct 6, Oct 7, Oct 8, Oct 12, Oct 13, Oct 14, Oct 15 +143 more
2740 ftNone153110 nightsSep 21, Sep 22, Sep 23, Sep 24, Sep 27, Sep 28, Sep 29, Sep 30, Oct 15, Oct 24, Oct 25, Oct 26 +141 more
0545 ftNone152109 nightsSep 27, Sep 28, Sep 29, Sep 30, Oct 12, Oct 13, Oct 14, Oct 15, Oct 18, Oct 19, Oct 20, Oct 21 +140 more
1745 ftNone15281 nightsSep 20, Sep 21, Sep 22, Sep 23, Sep 24, Sep 27, Sep 28, Sep 29, Sep 30, Oct 1, Oct 4, Oct 5 +140 more
1160 ftNone150121 nightsSep 20, Sep 21, Sep 22, Sep 23, Sep 24, Sep 25, Sep 26, Sep 27, Sep 28, Sep 29, Sep 30, Oct 1 +138 more
1460 ftNone15076 nightsSep 21, Sep 22, Sep 23, Sep 24, Sep 27, Sep 28, Sep 29, Sep 30, Oct 1, Oct 4, Oct 5, Oct 6 +138 more
0842 ftNone14977 nightsSep 21, Sep 22, Sep 23, Sep 24, Sep 27, Sep 28, Sep 29, Sep 30, Oct 4, Oct 5, Oct 6, Oct 7 +137 more
1244 ftNone14877 nightsSep 22, Sep 23, Sep 24, Sep 27, Oct 6, Oct 7, Oct 8, Oct 11, Oct 18, Oct 19, Oct 20, Oct 21 +136 more
1044 ftNone147111 nightsSep 20, Sep 23, Sep 29, Sep 30, Oct 1, Oct 4, Oct 5, Oct 6, Oct 7, Oct 8, Oct 12, Oct 13 +135 more
1545 ftNone14765 nightsSep 24, Sep 25, Sep 27, Sep 30, Oct 1, Oct 17, Oct 18, Oct 19, Oct 20, Oct 21, Oct 22, Oct 24 +135 more
2842 ftNone14575 nightsOct 11, Oct 12, Oct 13, Oct 14, Oct 15, Oct 19, Oct 20, Oct 21, Oct 22, Oct 25, Oct 26, Oct 27 +133 more
0932 ftNone14476 nightsSep 21, Sep 22, Sep 23, Sep 24, Sep 30, Oct 5, Oct 6, Oct 11, Oct 12, Oct 15, Oct 23, Oct 24 +132 more
0445 ftNone14071 nightsSep 20, Sep 21, Sep 24, Sep 25, Oct 1, Oct 4, Oct 5, Oct 6, Oct 13, Oct 17, Oct 18, Oct 24 +128 more
1645 ftNone13982 nightsSep 23, Sep 24, Sep 25, Sep 28, Sep 29, Oct 5, Oct 6, Oct 7, Oct 8, Oct 11, Oct 12, Oct 13 +127 more
1345 ftNone13694 nightsSep 20, Sep 29, Sep 30, Oct 3, Oct 7, Oct 8, Oct 10, Oct 11, Oct 12, Oct 13, Oct 14, Oct 15 +124 more
0339 ftNone13296 nightsSep 20, Oct 10, Oct 11, Oct 12, Oct 13, Nov 10, Nov 11, Nov 12, Nov 13, Nov 14, Nov 15, Nov 16 +120 more
3144 ftNone12670 nightsSep 20, Sep 21, Sep 22, Sep 30, Oct 1, Oct 2, Oct 4, Oct 5, Oct 6, Oct 7, Oct 8, Oct 12 +114 more

About White Spar Campground

Overview

White Spar Campground at 5,641 feet in elevation is a short drive of 2.7 miles south of downtown Prescott and east of Hwy 89. Campers will appreciate the mild weather and the cool ponderosa pine forest the campground is nestled in. The campground's convenient location allows for many opportunities for pursuing camping, hiking, mountain biking and bird watching. Several loop trails in the area allow for multiple modes of travel. The Tri-City Community comprising Prescott, Chino Valley, and Prescott Valley has events, functions, benefits, and attractions throughout the year are all within a few minutes' drive. 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.

Recreation

White Spar Campground is available year-round, but campsites are limited during the winter season. Campsites are designed for RV, trailer or tent camping. Many popular outdoor activities abound in the area. Visitors may enjoy fishing, bird-watching, boating, backpacking, hiking, horseback riding, rock climbing, mountain biking, picnicking and just plain relaxing.

Facilities

White Spar Campground has 52 single and four double occupancy campsites. Some campsite driveways allow a camp unit (RV, or tow vehicle and trailer) and an extra vehicle, while many limit parking to only the camp unit. Each campsite has a picnic table, steel fire ring and/or concrete block grill, and either an established tent pad or an area for a tent. Accessible campsites are available. There are five pull-through, 34 back-in, and 17 parallel parking asphalt-surfaced driveways. Services include four vault restrooms, four trash dumpsters and nine water hydrants. There are no RV hook-ups or dump station in the campground. Water is not available in the non-peak season. The facility may be closed during snow events.

Natural Features

White Spar Campground is surrounded by a forest of ponderosa pine, oak, manzanita, and a variety of shrubs and grasses. In the Prescott Basin, the campground is near Granite Basin Recreation Area, Granite Mountain Wilderness Area, Granite Basin Lake, Lynx Lake Recreation Area, and Thumb Butte. Access to these areas can either be made by several interlocking hiking trails or by driving a short distance.

Nearby Attractions

Northwest of White Spar Campground, within ten miles, is the Granite Basin Recreation Area. Granite Basin Recreation Area has several day-use areas, and Granite Basin Lake (five acres), which is known for channel catfish, large-mouth bass, and sunfish. Rising prominently north of Granite Basin Lake is Granite Mountain at 6,874 feet. The Granite Mountain Wilderness Area is comprised of the mountain's rugged topography and mixed vegetation suite. Also, within ten miles, is Alto Pit Off-Highway Vehicle (OHV) Campground and Day-Use Area. OHV riders of all skill levels can ride the several miles of trails that meander through the area's challenging terrain and vegetative cover. Southeast of downtown Prescott and within eight miles of White Spar Campground is Lynx Lake Recreation Area. Lynx Lake (55 acres) is an popular attraction in the Prescott National Forest that offers a variety of recreation opportunities for all age groups. Activities include fishing, boating, and hiking. West and within four miles, is the Thumb Butte Recreation Area. At 6,515-feet Thumb Butte is quite visible in the Prescott Basin. The Butte is popular for its scenic vistas, jogging and hiking. Rock climbing is allowed, but only between July 16 and January 31 as it is closed to climbing during the peregrine falcon nesting period. Birdwatching is popular outside the closed area. The City of Prescott offers several day-use recreation facilities within ten miles. To the north and northeast are Watson (70 acres) and Willow Lakes and to the south Goldwater Lake (15 acres). Each have unique qualities and recreation opportunities including boating, fishing, birdwatching and hiking.

41 monitored sites3 FCFS sitesRVs up to 60 ftNo hookups37 shadedPets OKFire pitsMax party 10

Getting there

From Phoenix, Arizona: Traveling Northbound on I-17 take Exit 262 onto Hwy 69 North to Prescott, cointnue on Hwy 69 for 41 miles until you arrive in downtown Prescott. Turn left on Montezuma Street (Highway 89) south for 2.7 miles. White Spar Campground is located on the left (east side of Hwy 89). Alternate route from Flagstaff, Arizona: Traveling Southbound on I-17 take Exit 278 onto Westbound Highway 169 and continue for 15 Miles until reaching the junction of Hwy 69, turn right onto Northbound Hwy 69 and continue for 15 miles until arriving in Prescott. Turn left on Montezuma Street (Highway 89) south for 2.7 miles. White Spar Campground is located on the left (east side of Hwy 89).

Prescott National Forest, Prescott, AZ 863031 (877) 444-6777
BikingBoatingCampingClimbingFishingHiking

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FAQ

How do I get a reservation at White Spar Campground?

Reservations for White Spar Campground are made through Recreation.gov. The current snapshot shows substantial availability: 5,728 of 7,320 tracked site-nights are open (78.3%), though availability can change. Campsite Sniper has also detected 141 site openings here in the last 90 days, so further dates may appear. Pick a site on the map to see its calendar, or set a free Campsite Sniper alert. You complete the reservation yourself on Recreation.gov.

Does Campsite Sniper book this campground for me?

No. Campsite Sniper sends alerts and direct Recreation.gov links. It never books, pays for, holds, hoards, or resells reservations.

How current is this availability data?

Campsite Sniper re-checks public Recreation.gov availability for this facility every hour and republishes whenever anything changes. This facility's data last changed at Sep 18, 2026 16:19 UTC; an older timestamp means nothing has changed since that time, not that checking stopped. Always confirm final availability on Recreation.gov when you book.

How often do new openings appear at White Spar Campground?

Campsite Sniper detected 62 site-date openings at White Spar Campground in the last 7 days, 124 over 30 days and 141 over the last 90.

Can I get a multi-night stay at White Spar Campground?

214 three-night openings are showing, counting only runs where the SAME site is free for all three nights. The soonest starts Sep 20 at site 11. Confirm and book on Recreation.gov.

Which sites at White Spar Campground fit a 35-foot RV?

30 of the 40 sites that support RV analysis have a recorded maximum of 35 ft or more; the longest recorded is 60 ft.

Which month has the most availability at White Spar Campground?

January 2027, with 1,142 open site-nights in the current snapshot of 1,240.

How far ahead of a stay do openings appear at White Spar Campground?

Half of the openings Campsite Sniper detected appeared at least 14 days before the stay date; the middle 50% landed 7-29 days out. Campsite Sniper can monitor future changes for dates you select.

When is the next open date at White Spar Campground?

As of the Sep 18, 2026 snapshot: the next open date is Sun, Sep 20 and the next open weekend starts Fri, Sep 25. Detected openings can add earlier dates at any time; a free Campsite Sniper alert catches those the moment they appear.

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