Guidebook for Payson
Sightseeing
Fishing, hiking, horseback riding, mountain biking, ATV rides, hunting and bird watching are just a few of the activities in the area. Many varieties of birds make this area their home. Hunters, we're conveniently located in Game & Fish unit #23. Anglers will appreciate our immediate proximity to area lakes and streams.
Colcord Road
Colcord Road Fishing, hiking, horseback riding, mountain biking, ATV rides, hunting and bird watching are just a few of the activities in the area. Many varieties of birds make this area their home. Hunters, we're conveniently located in Game & Fish unit #23. Anglers will appreciate our immediate proximity to area lakes and streams.
Willow springs lake is approximately 15-20 mins from the property and is great for fishing and small boat activities
52 locals recommend
Willow Springs Lake
Willow springs lake is approximately 15-20 mins from the property and is great for fishing and small boat activities
Another nice scenic drive and lake about 12-15 mile drive from the property. Good fishing, small boating, paddle boarding and hiking.
69 locals recommend
Woods Canyon Lake Store and Marina
Another nice scenic drive and lake about 12-15 mile drive from the property. Good fishing, small boating, paddle boarding and hiking.
In the geographic center of Arizona lies the “Rim Country”, so named by the overwhelming presence of the Mogollon Rim. The Rim is an escarpment 7,000 feet plus that presents a dramatic drop of over 2000 feet to the communities below. It is covered in forest and grass land, and has been the home to Native Americans, cowboys, ranchers, farmers, hunters, fishermen, and nature lovers for centuries. It is a land of extreme beauty, natural endowments, and historical significance.
The Mogollon Rim and the Grand Canyon constitute Arizona’s two most spectacular landforms. Formed 600 million years ago, the 200-mile long “Rim” is largely preserved as national forest, it remains the home to a large and diverse group of animals. Over 239 species of birds, including eagles, hawks, and ravens inhabit the forest as well as the Rocky Mountain elk, both mule and whitetail deer, black bear, mountain lion, bobcat, fox, javelina, and coyote. Despite the wondrous diversity of the creatures which we share Arizona Rim Country with, it is a land big enough to accommodate all styles of recreationalists.
Great for hiking, exploring, fishing, horseback ridging and site-seeing scenic drives.
8 locals recommend
Mogollon Rim Visitor Center
Rim RoadIn the geographic center of Arizona lies the “Rim Country”, so named by the overwhelming presence of the Mogollon Rim. The Rim is an escarpment 7,000 feet plus that presents a dramatic drop of over 2000 feet to the communities below. It is covered in forest and grass land, and has been the home to Native Americans, cowboys, ranchers, farmers, hunters, fishermen, and nature lovers for centuries. It is a land of extreme beauty, natural endowments, and historical significance.
The Mogollon Rim and the Grand Canyon constitute Arizona’s two most spectacular landforms. Formed 600 million years ago, the 200-mile long “Rim” is largely preserved as national forest, it remains the home to a large and diverse group of animals. Over 239 species of birds, including eagles, hawks, and ravens inhabit the forest as well as the Rocky Mountain elk, both mule and whitetail deer, black bear, mountain lion, bobcat, fox, javelina, and coyote. Despite the wondrous diversity of the creatures which we share Arizona Rim Country with, it is a land big enough to accommodate all styles of recreationalists.
Great for hiking, exploring, fishing, horseback ridging and site-seeing scenic drives.
Shopping
The town of Payson is a scenic 25 mile drive down highway 260 and has plenty of shops, restaurants supplies. It's a smart stop before you head up to the cabin.
49 locals recommend
Payson
The town of Payson is a scenic 25 mile drive down highway 260 and has plenty of shops, restaurants supplies. It's a smart stop before you head up to the cabin.
Food Scene
Great food and comfortable dining experience. Meet some of the locals and enjoy the peaceful environment.
Address: 1177 Christopher Dr, Payson, AZ 85541
Phone: (928) 478-4587
9 locals recommend
Landmark at The Creek
1177 Christopher Creek LoopGreat food and comfortable dining experience. Meet some of the locals and enjoy the peaceful environment.
Address: 1177 Christopher Dr, Payson, AZ 85541
Phone: (928) 478-4587
Essentials
Small store stocked with the basics and closest location if you need a soda or some snacks. Fun convenience store on the Christopher Creek loop for the basic essentials etc.
Tall Pines Market
1101 Christopher Creek LoopSmall store stocked with the basics and closest location if you need a soda or some snacks. Fun convenience store on the Christopher Creek loop for the basic essentials etc.
Parks & Nature
Directions from Payson, near mile marker 277, make a right turn on paved Colcord Road (FR 291). Drive 1.3 miles and park next to the telephone line on the right side of the road.
This is an easy 4.5 mile hike. There is a hot tub sized swimming hole near the end of the trail. Here is some more info and directions: Season: Spring/Summer
www.arizonahikersguide.com/gordons-creek-falls
Gordon Canyon Road
Gordon Canyon RoadDirections from Payson, near mile marker 277, make a right turn on paved Colcord Road (FR 291). Drive 1.3 miles and park next to the telephone line on the right side of the road.
This is an easy 4.5 mile hike. There is a hot tub sized swimming hole near the end of the trail. Here is some more info and directions: Season: Spring/Summer
www.arizonahikersguide.com/gordons-creek-falls
Fishing, hiking, horseback riding, mountain biking, hunting and bird watching are just a few of the activities in the area. Over 239 varieties of birds make this area their home. Hunters, we're conveniently located in Game & Fish unit #23. Anglers will appreciate our immediate proximity to area lakes and streams.
Running Elk Road
Running Elk RoadFishing, hiking, horseback riding, mountain biking, hunting and bird watching are just a few of the activities in the area. Over 239 varieties of birds make this area their home. Hunters, we're conveniently located in Game & Fish unit #23. Anglers will appreciate our immediate proximity to area lakes and streams.
Tucked away in a tiny valley surrounded by a forest of pine trees, Tonto Natural Bridge State Park has been in the making for thousands of years. It is believed to be the largest natural travertine bridge in the world. The bridge stands 183 feet high over a 400-foot long tunnel that measures 150 feet at its widest point.
Visitors can stand on top of the bridge or hike down below to capture the true size and beauty of this geologic wonder.
Open 7 days a week from 9am. - 5pm. daily, with last entry at 4pm. Due to the trails steep & strenuous nature, pets are not allowed to hike with you.
More info:
http://azstateparks.com/Parks/TONA
164 locals recommend
Tonto Natural Bridge State Park
Nf-583ATucked away in a tiny valley surrounded by a forest of pine trees, Tonto Natural Bridge State Park has been in the making for thousands of years. It is believed to be the largest natural travertine bridge in the world. The bridge stands 183 feet high over a 400-foot long tunnel that measures 150 feet at its widest point.
Visitors can stand on top of the bridge or hike down below to capture the true size and beauty of this geologic wonder.
Open 7 days a week from 9am. - 5pm. daily, with last entry at 4pm. Due to the trails steep & strenuous nature, pets are not allowed to hike with you.
More info:
http://azstateparks.com/Parks/TONA
Entertainment & Activities
Travel 17 miles east of Payson onHwy 260. Just east of Mile Marker 269 turn left (north) on Road 289. Travel 4 miles to the parking area just outside the entrance to the fish hatchery. Road 289 parallels Tonto Creek most of the way to the Arizona Game and Fish hatchery.
37 locals recommend
Tonto Creek Fish Hatchery
Travel 17 miles east of Payson onHwy 260. Just east of Mile Marker 269 turn left (north) on Road 289. Travel 4 miles to the parking area just outside the entrance to the fish hatchery. Road 289 parallels Tonto Creek most of the way to the Arizona Game and Fish hatchery.
Great area for Mountain biking, riding quads/motorcycles. Miles of open trails to explore through the tall pines and open dirt trails.
East Colcord Road
East Colcord RoadGreat area for Mountain biking, riding quads/motorcycles. Miles of open trails to explore through the tall pines and open dirt trails.
It's home to spectacular hiking, fishing, hunting, ATV trails, and abundant wildlife. Mix in outstanding dining and shopping and Heber-Overgaard is a great place to visit, shop, dine. More outdoor trails than roads, more trees than buildings and more wildlife than people.
On July 6, forget trying to get anywhere fast along Highway 260 through this small community in the midst of the Sitgreaves National Forest. Instead, get out of your car, relax and enjoy the parade, part of the annual Fourth of July Festival in the Pines. The parade features some 110 entries, ranging from Boy Scout troops to car clubs, and has drawn up to 30,000 spectators. It winds up at Mogollon High School, the locale of the night’s fireworks display. The Tall Timbers Park is also the site of a weekend-long arts and crafts festival, music performances and children’s play area.
15 locals recommend
Heber-Overgaard
It's home to spectacular hiking, fishing, hunting, ATV trails, and abundant wildlife. Mix in outstanding dining and shopping and Heber-Overgaard is a great place to visit, shop, dine. More outdoor trails than roads, more trees than buildings and more wildlife than people.
On July 6, forget trying to get anywhere fast along Highway 260 through this small community in the midst of the Sitgreaves National Forest. Instead, get out of your car, relax and enjoy the parade, part of the annual Fourth of July Festival in the Pines. The parade features some 110 entries, ranging from Boy Scout troops to car clubs, and has drawn up to 30,000 spectators. It winds up at Mogollon High School, the locale of the night’s fireworks display. The Tall Timbers Park is also the site of a weekend-long arts and crafts festival, music performances and children’s play area.
The casino includes slots, table games and bingo. Dining options range from a buffet to a casual American restaurant, to a 24/7 grill. The lounge has a happy hour and live DJs. Amenities include an indoor pool with hot tub, a fitness center, an arcade and a gift shop.
For more info and directions:
www.mazatzal-casino
29 locals recommend
Mazatzal Hotel & Casino
The casino includes slots, table games and bingo. Dining options range from a buffet to a casual American restaurant, to a 24/7 grill. The lounge has a happy hour and live DJs. Amenities include an indoor pool with hot tub, a fitness center, an arcade and a gift shop.
For more info and directions:
www.mazatzal-casino
-Great horse back riding at Kohls Ranch Stable. With rides deep into the lovely forests near Kohl’s Ranch.
-The rides are guided tours which are scheduled for 1-2 hours. See some gorgeous waterfalls in the area.
-After a fun ride, settle in for lunch at Kohl’s Ranch’s Zane Grey Steakhouse and Saloon, and had mouthwatering burgers!
*Call to schedule your ride. 928-478-0030 and mention you are staying with us for a package discount!
13 locals recommend
Kohls Ranch
Kohl's Ranch Lodge Road-Great horse back riding at Kohls Ranch Stable. With rides deep into the lovely forests near Kohl’s Ranch.
-The rides are guided tours which are scheduled for 1-2 hours. See some gorgeous waterfalls in the area.
-After a fun ride, settle in for lunch at Kohl’s Ranch’s Zane Grey Steakhouse and Saloon, and had mouthwatering burgers!
*Call to schedule your ride. 928-478-0030 and mention you are staying with us for a package discount!
Everything Else
Just outside of the neighborhood past the mailboxes there are plenty of safe places to target shoot your favorite guns. From the novice to experience gunman there is something for everyone. Always exercise caution when handling firearms.
South Cienega Road
South Cienega RoadJust outside of the neighborhood past the mailboxes there are plenty of safe places to target shoot your favorite guns. From the novice to experience gunman there is something for everyone. Always exercise caution when handling firearms.