-Alderwood Campground is on Haigler Creek.
-The water-chiseled canyon is popular for trout fishing and its swimming holes.
-This moderately-used campground is appreciated for its solitude.
-This campground is well-shaded.
The Basics
Location:
11 miles north of Young
Operator:
National Forest Service
Total Sites:
Dispersed Camping
Reservation Info:
Reservations not accepted
Elevation:
5,200 feet
Season:
April - November
Price:
Free
Phone:
928-462-4300
Fax:
928-462-4346
Amenities
Vault Toilets
Directions
From Payson: Travel east for 24 miles on paved State Hwy. 260. Turn right on Forest Road (FR) 291 (unpaved) and travel 3 miles to FR 200. Turn right on unpaved FR 200. Travel on FR 200 for 6 miles, through Haigler Canyon Recreation Site to FR 202A. Turn right and follow this unpaved road for .5 miles to the site.
From Young: Take State Hwy. 288/Forest Road (FR) 512 for 3 miles and turn left on FR 200. Follow unpaved FR 200 for 7 miles to FR 202A and turn left. Follow FR 202A for .5 miles to the site.
