-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
Operator:
National Forest Service
Total Sites:
9 units
Reservation Info:
No reservations accepted.
Elevation:
5,500 feet
Season:
April - October
Activities:
Hiking
Price:
$14 $14(family site) $7(2nd vehicle)
Mailing Address:
Payson Ranger District
1009 E. Highway 260
Payson, AZ 85541
Phone:
928-474-7900
Fax:
928-474-7966
Amenities
Drinking Water
Vault Toilets
Cooking Grills
Fire Rings
Picnic Tables
Fishing
Some More Things to Know
First-come, first serve campground. 14-day stay limit Trailers over 24 feet are not recommended Trailhead on site.
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.
