U.S. Forest Service - Prescott National Forest

U.S. Forest Service - Prescott National Forest Prescott National Forest - Where the Desert Meets the Pines in Central Arizona

The Prescott National Forest page is a combined effort of the National Forest Foundation and the USDA Forest Service. USDA Forest Service Mission:
The mission of the USDA Forest Service is to sustain the health, diversity, and productivity of the Nation’s forests and grasslands to meet the needs of present and future generations. The Forest Service motto, "Caring for the Land and Serving

People," captures the spirit of our mission. Mission:
The National Forest Foundation, chartered by Congress, engages Americans in community-based and national programs that promote the health and public enjoyment of the 193-million-acre National Forest System, administers private gifts of funds and land for the benefit of the National Forests. http://www.nationalforests.org/

The Forest Service manages a system of 155 national forests, 20 national grasslands, and 222 research and experimental forests, as well as other special use areas, covering more than 192 million acres of public land. The Forest Service has evolved into a 30,000 employee agency that manages the national forests for a number of multiple uses, including recreation, timber, wilderness, minerals, water, grazing, fish, and wildlife.

🌲 Celebrate National Trails Day on Mingus Mountain! 🌲We’re rolling up our sleeves and giving back to the trails we love ...
06/01/2026

🌲 Celebrate National Trails Day on Mingus Mountain! 🌲

We’re rolling up our sleeves and giving back to the trails we love — and you’re invited! Join Prescott National Forest staff for a trail maintenance volunteer event on Monday, June 8, from 8 a.m. to noon.

You’ll help maintain a newly built connector trail between the 106 Trailhead (next to the Mingus Picnic Day Use Site) and the 105 Trailhead. It’s meaningful work that keeps our trails safe, scenic and sustainable for everyone.

👟 Come prepared: long sleeves, long pants, eye protection and sturdy boots
🧤 We’ll provide gloves, tools and hard hats
📍 Exact meeting location shared after registration
✍️ Advance RSVP required

Ready to lend a hand? Email Eric Christian to sign up: [email protected]

Let’s celebrate National Trails Day by taking care of the public lands we love. 🌄

🔥 Prescribed Fire Update for Highway 169 🔥Starting Monday, June 1st the Prescott National Forest will begin 1 day of ign...
05/29/2026

🔥 Prescribed Fire Update for Highway 169 🔥
Starting Monday, June 1st the Prescott National Forest will begin 1 day of ignitions for the prescribed fire which had been previously announced for the area.
Smoke will be heaviest during ignitions, but residual smoke is possible during subsequent days. ADOT will be doing a one-lane closure while we are burning directly adjacent to Highway 169.🌲🔥
Stay aware, stay safe, and thank you for supporting proactive wildfire management.

Volunteer for the Prescott National Forest!Join us to celebrate National Trails Day by helping maintain trails on Mingus...
05/27/2026

Volunteer for the Prescott National Forest!
Join us to celebrate National Trails Day by helping maintain trails on Mingus Mountain, Monday, June 8, 2026 8 a.m. to 12 p.m.
To sign up, email [email protected] no later than June 5, 2025.

Bring/wear long-sleeve shirt, long pants, close-toed shoes, snacks, water (2-3 liters). Hard hats provided or you may use your own bike helmet instead.

🔥 Highway 169 Prescribed Fire Postponed🔥The previously announced prescribed burn along Highway 169 is postponed due to u...
05/26/2026

🔥 Highway 169 Prescribed Fire Postponed🔥

The previously announced prescribed burn along Highway 169 is postponed due to unfavorable conditions. There will not be a one-lane closure this week.

After initiating a test fire, it was determined that fuels were not consuming as expected and continued ignitions would prolong smoke hazards.

Burning could resume next week if conditions allow.

05/26/2026

Tuesday May 26, 2026-Over the Memorial Day weekend several illegal and abandoned campfires were found on the U.S. Forest Service - Prescott National Forest. On May 21, 2026, Stage 1 Fire Restrictions went into effect forest wide. This includes no recreational target shooting. Yavapai County Emergency Management Yavapai County Groom Creek Fire District Yavapai County Sheriff's Office Arizona Game & Fish Department Arizona Department of Forestry and Fire Management Prescott Area Wildland Urban Interface Commission Dewey-Humboldt Firewise Central Arizona Fire and Medical

Forest Service offices are closed today for the federal holiday — but your national forests and grasslands are wide open...
05/25/2026

Forest Service offices are closed today for the federal holiday — but your national forests and grasslands are wide open.
Get outside, breathe deep and enjoy your public lands.

🌲 Pack it in, pack it out
🔥 Stay safe and fire‑aware
🌄 Enjoy your big backyard

Explore responsibly and make today count.

🔥 Stage 1 Fire Restrictions Begin May 21 🔥The Prescott National Forest will implement Stage 1 fire restrictions and a re...
05/19/2026

🔥 Stage 1 Fire Restrictions Begin May 21 🔥

The Prescott National Forest will implement Stage 1 fire restrictions and a recreational shooting prohibition starting 8 a.m. Thursday, May 21, and continuing through midnight Sept. 30, 2026, unless lifted earlier.

These restrictions help reduce wildfire risk during hot, dry conditions — and your cooperation truly makes a difference.

🚫 What’s prohibited:

Open fires outside Forest Service–provided structures in developed recreation sites

Smoking except inside enclosed vehicles, buildings or cleared areas

Discharging fi****ms, air rifles or gas guns

Thank you for helping protect our communities, firefighters and forest resources during peak fire season. Stay safe, stay aware and help us prevent wildfires. 🌲🔥

05/18/2026

🌄 Mingus Mountain Campgrounds Now Open for Reservations! 🌄

Planning your next getaway? Mingus Group Site, Tent Site and Campground are now available to reserve on Recreation.gov! Secure your spot early and enjoy cooler temps, stunning views, and easy access to trails.

Please note: A limited number of first‑come, first‑served sites are available, but they fill quickly.

📞 More info: Verde District Ranger Station — (928) 567‑4121

Pack your gear, gather your friends, and we’ll see you on the mountain! 🌲⛺️

05/18/2026

🌼 Help Protect Our Trails from Invasive Weeds! 🌼

Join us for a hands‑on volunteer day as we hand‑pull the invasive Dalmatian toadflax to help restore the area and reduce its spread. Every plant pulled makes a difference!

📅 Thursday, May 28, 2026
⏰ 9 a.m. – 12 p.m.
📍 White Spar Trailhead & Bean Peaks Trailhead

Restrooms are available on site.

👟 What to bring: water/snacks, gloves, closed‑toed shoes, long pants, sun protection — and a fun story to share!
📧 RSVP: Seth Ratering — [email protected]
📞 928‑606‑0154

Let’s work together to keep our trails healthy and beautiful! 🌲

05/17/2026

Sunday May 17, 2026-Yesterday Fire personnel from the U.S. Forest Service - Prescott National Forest along with many first responder agencies around Yavapai County participated in the annual "Don't Get Burned" Firewise Event hosted by Dewey-Humboldt Firewise. This event allowed us to educate our communities about wildfire preparedness, fire prevention, and brought community resources to the event. Yavapai County Emergency Management Central Arizona Fire and Medical Arizona Department of Forestry and Fire Management Prescott Area Wildland Urban Interface Commission LASER - Large Animal Shelters and Emergency Readiness Yavapai County Sheriff's Office Arizona Game & Fish Department

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344 South Cortez
Prescott, AZ
86303

Opening Hours

Monday 8:30am - 4:30pm
Tuesday 8:30am - 4:30pm
Wednesday 8:30am - 4pm
Thursday 8:30am - 4:30pm
Friday 8:30am - 4:30pm

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https://linktr.ee/prescottnationalforest?utm_source=qr_code

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