Woods
Canyon Lake, the most popular camping area in the entire
state, has much to offer. Virtually every amenity is either
available on site or within a few miles. The Crook
Campground set just 3/4 mile back from the lake
and has 26 campsites.
Located
at the lake is a country store complete with boat rentals
and a battery charging station for those who bring their
own trolling motors. The store pretty much has everything
you might need for a great camping trip. A phone is available
at the front door of the store.
Just
around the corner from the store is the Rocky Point day
use area. There is a charge to use the parking area but
it is minimal ($5.00). There is good fishing down by Rocky
Point and I tend to spend at least one afternoon there
every visit.
A
dump station is located just up the road.
The
Rim Visitors Information Center is located at the junction of
the S. R. 260 and Rim Road.
Showers
are located at Canyon Point
Campground 5 miles east of the visitors center on
S. R. 260. The charge for using the showers is $5.00.
Directions
From
Payson, travel east on U.S. 260 until you reach the top of the
Mogollon Rim and turn left on F. R. 300 (Rim Road). Travel west
on Rim Road 3.4 miles to the Rec. Area entrance. Turn right at
the entrance and travel 0.5 miles to the campground on the Right.
Don't forget to stop by the scenic stops along Rim Road for spectacular
views of the Mogollon Rim and the valley below.
