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The campground of dispersed units is set in a mature stand of Ponderosa pine with a mix of white and Douglas fir. Canyon Creek is popular among anglers fishing for rainbow trout. Wildlife includes: Abert squirrel, black bear.
Pack It In, Pack It Out
At a Glance
| Current Conditions: | Restrooms will be serviced once a week. Please pack it in, pack it out! |
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| Permit Info: | Permit required through the District Office if over 75 people. |
| Restrictions: |
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| Closest Towns: | Young, Payson, Forest Lakes |
| Water: | No drinking water available |
| Restroom: | Vault toilets, one toilet is equipped with grab bars. |
| Passes: | No passes or fees required. |
| Information Center: | Payson Ranger District (928) 474-7900 |
General Information
Directions:Access #1 (41 miles east of Payson): From Payson, travel 33 miles east on paved State Hwy. 260. Turn right on Young Road/Forest Road (FR) 512, and continue on for 3 miles to FR 33 (unpaved). Turn left on FR 33 and travel 1 1/2 miles to the site.
Access #2 (28 miles north of Young): From Young, take State Hwy. 288/Forest Road (FR) 512 north for 23 miles to FR 33. Turn right onto FR 33. Taking FR 33, it’s about 5 miles to the site.
General Notes:
- In the winter, temperatures can dip into the teens.
- Both FR 512 and FR 33 are unpaved roads, four-wheel-drive or chains are advised after heavy rains or snow.
- Canyon Creek has a four-trout limit. Canyon Creek fishing is restricted to artificial flies and lures only.
- Bear-proof your camp -- especially food.
Activities
Campground Camping
Upper Canyon Creek has 10 designated disperse campsites that are on a first come first serve basis. Please pack out whatever you pack in.
| No. of Sites | 10 |
| Reservation Info | First come, first serve, no reservations |
River and Stream Fishing
Near Canyon Creek: Fish Species: Rainbow Trout; Brown Trout
| Fish Species | rainbow trout |
Viewing Wildlife
| Species | abert squirrel, black bear, mountain lion, elk, turkey and deer |