Aspen Campground
Open for the 2026 season. Operates May 1 through October 31 annually. Stage 1 fire restrictions are in effect forest-wide as of May 19, 2026, meaning campfires are permitted only in provided fire rings. Reservations available through Recreation.gov; 55 sites are first-come, first-served.
Red Flag Warning issued June 29 at 6:45PM MST until June 30 at 7:00PM MST by NWS Flagstaff AZ
...RED FLAG WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 10 AM MST /11 AM MDT/ TO 7 PM MST /8 PM MDT/ TUESDAY... * WHAT...Critical Fire Weather conditions will subside this evening as winds speeds decrease. The Red Flag Warning for Monday will expire at 7 PM MST. These conditions redevelop by late Tuesday morning, with Critical Fire Weather conditions developing for much of Tuesday in the same area, Expect southwest winds 15 to 25 mph, with gusts up to 40 mph, along with minimum relative humidity values from 6 to 20 percent. * WHERE...East and southeast of Flagstaff, stretching along the Mogollon Rim and White Mountains, as well as northward into the Little Colorado River Valley. This includes portions of the Apache-Sitgreaves and Coconino National Forests. * WHEN...From 10 AM MST /11 AM MDT/ to 7 PM MST /8 PM MDT/ Tuesday. * IMPACTS...Rapid spread and growth of any new or existing fires. Fires will have the potential to exhibit extreme fire behavior. Elevated potential for new fire starts.
Red Flag Warning issued June 29 at 6:45PM MST until June 29 at 7:00PM MST by NWS Flagstaff AZ
...RED FLAG WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 10 AM MST /11 AM MDT/ TO 7 PM MST /8 PM MDT/ TUESDAY... * WHAT...Critical Fire Weather conditions will subside this evening as winds speeds decrease. The Red Flag Warning for Monday will expire at 7 PM MST. These conditions redevelop by late Tuesday morning, with Critical Fire Weather conditions developing for much of Tuesday in the same area, Expect southwest winds 15 to 25 mph, with gusts up to 40 mph, along with minimum relative humidity values from 6 to 20 percent. * WHERE...East and southeast of Flagstaff, stretching along the Mogollon Rim and White Mountains, as well as northward into the Little Colorado River Valley. This includes portions of the Apache-Sitgreaves and Coconino National Forests. * WHEN...From 10 AM MST /11 AM MDT/ to 7 PM MST /8 PM MDT/ Tuesday. * IMPACTS...Rapid spread and growth of any new or existing fires. Fires will have the potential to exhibit extreme fire behavior. Elevated potential for new fire starts.
About
Aspen Campground is a scenic hideaway for anglers, boaters, families, and photographers in the Apache-Sitgreaves National Forests near Heber and Payson, Arizona. Located at 7,000 ft elevation in a dense pine and aspen forest near the shore of Woods Canyon Lake, it offers 136 well-spaced campsites across four loops in alternating meadow and wooded areas. The campground provides vault toilets, potable water, fire rings, and picnic tables at each site. Woods Canyon Lake permits only electric boat motors, making for calm waters ideal for fishing and kayaking. The marina offers a full-service store with groceries, boat rentals, and firewood. An easy hiking trail meanders around the lake, and the campground's paved roads are great for biking. Forest Service rangers offer educational programs on weekends during peak season. Reservations are available through Recreation.gov, with 55 sites operating on a first-come, first-served basis. The nearest showers are 10 miles away at Canyon Point Campground. Afternoon thunderstorms are common late June through August, and campers should use caution when arriving from lower elevations due to the high altitude.
Directions
From Payson, take Highway 260 northeast toward Heber. Turn left at the Woods Canyon Lake sign onto Rim Road/Forest Road 300. Follow for approximately 5 miles, then turn right on the paved road toward Woods Canyon Lake. Aspen Campground is about 1 mile on the left. The campground is 4 miles north of State Highway 260 at mile marker 282.
Amenities
| Water | Yes |
| Fires Allowed | Yes |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | — |
| Wifi | No |
| Pets Allowed | Yes |
| Showers | No |
| Electric Hookups | — |
| Water Hookups | — |
| Sewer Hookups | — |
| Camp Store | Yes |
| Price | $35 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | — |
| Max Trailer Length | — |
| Big Rig Friendly | — |
| Pull Through Sites | — |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (928) 535-0181 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | None |
| Verizon | None |
| T-Mobile | None |
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