Woods Canyon Lake Group
Open for the season May 1 through mid-October. When the group site is not reserved, individual family camping is available first-come, first-served at $25 per night. Group reservations are $275 per night through Recreation.gov.
Red Flag Warning issued June 30 at 12:19PM MST until June 30 at 7:00PM MST by NWS Flagstaff AZ
* WHAT...Critical fire weather conditions expected. Southwest winds 15 to 25 mph with gusts up to 40 mph and relative humidity 7 to 18 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...Until 7 PM MST /8 PM MDT/ this evening. * 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
Woods Canyon Lake Group Campground is a dedicated group site in the Rim Lakes Recreation Area of the Apache-Sitgreaves National Forests, positioned at 7,600 feet elevation in north-central Arizona. The campground sits within a thick mixed forest of ponderosa pine, Douglas fir, oak, and aspen, just a short walk from the 52-acre Woods Canyon Lake. The single large site accommodates up to 100 people and 30 vehicles on a gravel pull-through driveway, making it ideal for family reunions, scout troops, and organizational gatherings. The site includes fire rings, picnic tables, a vault toilet, and potable water. Woods Canyon Lake allows only electric trolling motors and provides quality trout fishing in both the lake and nearby streams. The Rim Lakes Vista Trail begins less than a mile from the campground and offers expansive views of the Mogollon Rim. An easy interpretive trail loops around the lake, and free interpretive nature programs are available to groups by advance arrangement. Summer temperatures at this elevation are pleasant, though afternoon thunderstorms are common from late June through August. Wildlife in the area includes deer, elk, squirrels, and occasional bears. The nearest full-service community is Payson, 35 miles west on Highway 260.
Directions
From Payson, Arizona, take Highway 260 northeast toward Heber. Turn left (west) onto Forest Road 300 and follow for 3 miles. Turn right at Woods Canyon Lake Road and travel 0.75 miles to the campground on the right.
Location
Amenities
| Water | Yes |
| Fires Allowed | Yes |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | — |
| Wifi | — |
| Pets Allowed | Yes |
| Showers | No |
| Electric Hookups | — |
| Water Hookups | — |
| Sewer Hookups | — |
| Camp Store | No |
| Price | $275 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | 40ft |
| Max Trailer Length | 40ft |
| Big Rig Friendly | No |
| Pull Through Sites | No |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (928) 535-0181 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | None |
| Verizon | Yes |
| T-Mobile | None |
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