Reynolds Creek Group Campground

FS USDA Forest Service · Payson, AZ · Primitive

Conditions

Road Access Gravel
Driveway Surface Gravel
Season Not recorded
Campfires Campfires Allowed
Elevation 5,250 ft
Max RV Length 21 ft
Boondock Access Not recorded

The managing agency hasn't published season for this campground. The description and directions below often mention it — and it's worth calling the agency before a long drive.

Features

Warning Length Restricted
Rig Size Pull Through
Style Primitive Vault Toilet Reservable

Campground Stats

Total Sites1
Group Sites1
Overnight Sites1
Max RV Length21 ft
SurfaceGravel

Location

33.8723056, -110.9774722 · 1009 East Highway 260 , Payson , AZ 85541

Description

Overview

The Reynolds Creek Group Campground is a rustic and secluded, creek side camp located on the Pleasant Valley Ranger District in the Tonto National Forest. The primitive group camping area is nestled between towering ponderosa pine at an elevation of 5,250 feet and provides a great base camp for a wide range of recreational activities including, hiking, fishing, hunting, and nature photography.

Recreation

The site is located between the Salome and Sierra Ancha Wilderness Areas and adjacent to the From the Desert to the Tall Pines National Scenic Byway. Two trailheads are located within a quarter mile of the campground and provide access to the Wilderness Areas as well as a lookout tower.

Facilities

The site includes two large ramadas, eight picnic tables, group grill, one large metal campfire ring, and one vault toilet.

Natural Features

The group site is located adjacent to Reynolds Creek, which runs year round. Opportunities for wading, fishing, and hiking abound. Berry picking is a popular activity in the fall. A thick stand of ponderosa pine covers the group area, offering pleasant shade. A large meadow provides the perfect place for group activities and games.

Nearby Attractions

Workman Creek is located two miles to the south and has cascading waterfalls and plenty of opportunities for berry picking in the fall. Hikers and equestrians can explore the area's majestic scenery on meandering trails.

Directions

From Young, drive 20 miles south on State Hwy. 288 (unpaved). Site is on the right and is signed. From Hwy 188, drive 27 miles north on State Hwy. 288 (partially paved).

Activities

CAMPING

Details

Phone928-474-7900
ADA AccessN
ReservableYes

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