-The union of Tonto and Horton Creeks is at the north end of the campground. -Fishing in both creeks is a popular sport. -The trailheads for Horton Creek Trail 285 and Derrick Trail 33 are located in the campground. -Both of these trails access the Highline National Recreation Trail (#31). -Tonto Fish Hatchery is four miles north of Highway 260 on Forest Road 289. The Arizona Game & Fish Department welcomes visitors and has a self-guided tour of the hatchery.
The Basics
Location:
Kohl's Ranch 17 miles northeast of Payson
Operator:
National Forest Service
Total Sites:
9 Sites
Pet Policy:
Pets must be restrained or on a leash.
Reservation Info:
Reservations Not Accepted
RV Hookups:
None
Elevation:
5,500 feet
Season:
April - October
Activities:
Hiking
Price:
$14 Single Site (1 vehicle, 8 people): $14 Second Vehicle: $7
Phone:
928-474-7900
Amenities
Drinking Water
Vault Toilets
Cooking Grills
Fire Rings
Picnic Tables
Fishing
Pets Allowed
Trash Service
Trailers over 24 feet are not recommended.
Directions
From Payson, travel 16 miles east on State Hwy. 260. Just east of Mile Marker # 269 at Kohl’s Ranch, turn left (north) on Forest Road (FR) 289. Travel one mile and turn right into the site.
