Thumb Butte Park provides vistas and adventure mere minutes from downtown
Thousands of acres of public lands provide one of the nations most beautiful areas. There are over 20 recreational facilities in the Prescott National Forest within a few miles of town, including an equestrian facility for campers with horses. All outdoor activities become a natural part of being in Prescott.  Picnicking, camping, fishing, hiking, backpacking, are easily accessible. But if you like a more exciting form of recreation. Prescott is known nation-wide for its rock-climbing opportunities. The 7,600 ft. Granite Mountain Wilderness area provides some of the most challenging climbing in the nation. Picnicking, camping, fishing, hiking, backpacking, are easily accessible. But if you like a more exciting form of recreation, Prescott is known nation-wide for its rock-climbing opportunities.  The 7,600 ft. Granite Mountain Wilderness area provides some of the most challenging climbing in the nation. There are trails throughout the Prescott area, from the nature trail in Thumb Butte Park to backpacking trails in the nearby Sycamore Canyon Wilderness area. Whether you are picnicking, taking a easy stroll, or on a longer hike, you are surrounded by the breathtaking natural beauty of the area.

Watson Lake - Location: four miles from downtown on Highway 89 North. Facilities: camping sites, boat ramp, fishing, ramadas, picnic tables, barbecue grills, restrooms, playground.

Goldwater Lake - Location: four miles south of Prescott on Senator Highway (Mt. Vernon Street) Facilities: boat ramp, fishing, ramada, barbecue grills, playground, fishing pier, horseshoe pits, volleyball court, picnic tables, restrooms.

Roughrider Park Complex - Location: north end of Washington Street. Facilities: three athletic fields, six tennis courts, restrooms, concession stand.

Ken Lindley Complex - Location: East Gurley Street. Facilities: two softball/soccer/football fields, four tennis courts, ramada, picnic tables, playground, restrooms, concession stand.

Prescott Activity Center - Location: East Gurley Street adjacent to Ken Lindley Complex. Facilities: Multi-purpose community center, gymnasium, meeting rooms, restrooms.

A.C. Williams/Granite Creek Park - Location: Sixth Street along Granite Creek. Facilities: ramada, picnic tables, barbecue grills, horseshoe pits, walking course or jogging trail, restrooms.

Peppertree Mini-Park - Location: corner of Tamarack lane and Delano street. Facilities: Playground, picnic table.

Willow Creek Park - Location: north of the junction of Willow Lake and Willow Creek roads. Facilities: ramada, softball field, horseshoe pits, barbecue grills, restrooms.

Heritage Park - Location: Willow Creek Road, north of Willow Lake Park. Facilities: softball/soccer fields, ramadas, picnic tables, concession stand, trails, wildlife viewing, playground.

Pioneer Park - Location: Commerce Drive off Willow Creek Road.

J.S.Acker Memorial Park - Location: end of South Virginia Street. Eighty acres of open space with historic trails. Park facilities are being planned. Visit the Acker

Stricklin Park - Location: Sherwood Drive. Five acres of preserved forest land with historic trails. Access restricted to pedestrian and equestrian traffic.

Watson Woods - Location: North Highway 89. One hundred and forty acres of riparian habitat, with trails and birdwatching areas. Scheduled opening: 1997. 15. VA Park — Location: Veteran’s Administration Medical Center, North Highway 89. Little League field.