Top Adventures in Pine
Stroll Pine Creek's Lavender Farm
The building was built in the early 1900’s by the first settlers of Pine, the farm was turned into a lavender farm. There’s a little shop, and the owner also does cooking classes! Wonderful way to spend some time in the northern Arizona sunshine...
Hike the Pine Creek Loop in Tonto Natural Bridge SP
There is a fee to enter this area. It was $7 when we went. There are 4 trails with many viewpoints from the parking lot, all of which are out and back. We followed the recommendation of the ranger working at the visitor's center and took the Gowan...
1.8 miles
300 ft gain
Hike the Bob Bear Trail
The Bob Bear Trail (formerly Fossil Springs Trail) is a 8.3 mile out-and-back hike that takes you through a challenging, exposed trail to a waterfall in Tonto NF near Pine, AZ. Make sure you bring plenty of water for this hike 2-3L per person and ...
8.3 miles
1505 ft gain
Hike to Fossil Creek Falls
The journey is definitely worth it! Don't let the description discourage you from visiting here. This is simply to help you be prepared so that you can enjoy this wonderful place as safely as possible!
Fossil Creek Rd can only be accessed from Cam...
1.5 miles
Hike to Water Wheel & Ellison Creek Cascades
A short and easy out and back hike for adventurers of all ages with scenic waterfalls along the entire trip!Starting at the Water Wheel day use area you will simply follow the well traveled path that meanders alongside the creek. You will reach th...
1.8 miles
105 ft gain
Hike the Colonel Devin Trail
The hike will begin at Washington Park in Payson, Arizona. To reach Washington Park, take AZ87 to Forest Road 199 (Houston Mesa Road) and turn east. Continue for 10 miles until you reach Forest Road 64 and turn west. Traveling less than a mile you...
4 miles
1116 ft gain
Backpack up the Mogollon Rim via Washington Park
This trail begins at the Washington Park Trailhead which meets up with passage #27 of the AZT. You begin traveling northbound as you ascend the great Mogollon Rim. The trail takes you through a gorgeous forest and rewards you with an awesome clif...
6.5 miles
1500 ft gain
Backpack the Cabin Loop Trail
People think Arizona is all just desert, but this hike will show you otherwise. Up on the Mogollon Rim, this trail takes you past old cabins, through lush forest, and near many creeks.Day 1: (10 miles) Drive on Rim Road to the General Springs Tr...
19 miles
Car Camp the Mogollon Rim
The Mogollon Rim is part of the Colorado Plateau in eastern Arizona above Payson. The rim stretches across the Coconino National Forest and at some parts drops off nearly 2,000ft. This area is ideal for over-night car-camping. The expansive vistas...
Soak in the Verde Hot Springs
The pools at the Verde Hot springs are the remnants from an old resort built in the 1920's. The resort was a once thriving tourist attraction and also rumored to be one of Al Capone's hideouts. In the 1960's a fire destroyed the resort only leav...
2.5 miles
200 ft gain
Hike to and Swim at the Bull Pen, AZ
This trail starts at the end of Bullpen Rd and your adventure begins in beautiful thickets of trees and plants. The going is easy and the tempting sound of rushing water is on your right as you continue parallel to West Clear Creek. The trail will...
10 miles
350 ft gain
Hike Barnhardt Trail
To get to the trailhead, use the turnoff of highway 87 labeled Barnhardt trail (has a marked sign coming from both Payson and Phoenix). Barnhardt road is just over 4 miles and is unpaved. The road can be driven on by lower clearance cars because t...
8 miles
1912 ft gain
Nearby camping, hotels, and more
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Payson, Arizona
Houston Mesa
Overview Houston Mesa Campground is located in the forested northern section of Tonto National Forest, just one mile north of Payson, Arizona and less than two hours from Phoenix. With family, eque... -
Payson, Arizona
Christopher Creek
Overview With an elevation over a mile-high(5640 ft), Christopher Creek Campground's crisp, fresh air and vibrant views are a joy to behold. The facility is tucked along the banks of the spring-fed... -
Payson, Arizona
Sharp Creek
Overview Sharp Creek is a small campground located in an area of central Arizona known for its pleasant temperatures, spectacular scenery and outdoor recreation. There are tent-only, family and gro... -
Camp Verde, Arizona
Clear Creek Group (Az)
Overview This cozy group campground is tucked in the Lower Sonoran Desert along the banks of the fresh, chilly Clear Creek. Campers can wade in the creek, fish, or curl up with a book under the umb... -
Happy Jack, Arizona
Apache Maid Cabin
Overview This rustic forest cabin is located at the eastern base of Apache Maid Mountain, just two hours north of Phoenix and near the popular red rock canyons and outdoor recreation opportunities ... -
Payson, Arizona
Mogollon Campground
Overview Mogollon Campground, although not directly in the Woods Canyon Recreation area, sits just outside and is only two miles from the lake. For those who like spectacular views, this campground...
