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This group site is temporarily closed due to the nearby Billy Fire.

Reynolds Creek Group Campground

This group site is temporarily closed due to the nearby Billy Fire.

The Reynolds Creek Group Campground is a rustic and secluded, creekside camp located on the Pleasant Valley Ranger District in the Tonto National Forest. The primitive group camping area is nestled between towering ponderosa pine at an elevation of 5,250 feet and provides a great base camp for a wide range of recreational activities including, hiking, fishing, hunting, and nature photography.

Natural Features: The group site is located adjacent to Reynolds Creek which runs year round. Opportunities for wading, fishing, and hiking abound. Berry picking is a popular activity in the Fall. A thick stand of ponderosa pine covers the group area, offering pleasant shade. A large meadow provides the perfect place for group activities and games.

Recreation: The site is located between the Salome and Sierra Ancha wilderness areas and adjacent to the From the Desert to the Tall Pines National Scenic Byway. Two trailheads are located within a quarter mile of the campground and provide access to the Wilderness Areas as well as a lookout tower.

Facilities: The site includes two large ramadas, eight picnic tables, group grill, large metal campfire rings, one vault toilet.

Nearby Attractions: Workman Creek is located two miles to the south and has cascading waterfalls and bountiful berry picking in the Fall. Hikers and equestrians can explore the area's majestic scenery on meandering trails.

Reservations

Make Reservations Here

Reservations can be made by visiting Recreation.gov or by calling 877-444-6777 or TDD line: 877-833-6777. Reservations must be made 3 days ahead of arrival and can be made up to 12 months in advance.

General Information

  • 14-day stay limit.
  • This site is very remote and is accessible only by dirt roads.
  • Bears are present in the area.
  • Please store food appropriately.
  • A combination code is needed to access the facility.
  • Please check your confirmation letter for the combination code.
  • Fires are only allowed in the established steel fire rings of which there are four (4).
    • Citations / tickets will be issued if fires are started in any other locations.
  • Quiet hours 10:00 pm to 6:00 am (running generators are not permitted during quiet hours).

Open Season: April - November

Check in: 2:00 p.m.; Check-out: 12:00 p.m.; Quiet hours are 10:00 p.m. until 6:00 a.m.

Site is available ONLY for advanced reservations. More information can be found at Recreation.gov

Overnight Use:
Group Site: $75 per night
Additional Vehicle Fee: $10 per vehicle per night

A image of the Payson Ranger Station

Address: 1009 E. Highway 260, Payson, AZ 85541
Phone: (928) 474-7900
Hours: Open Mon.-Fri. 8 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. (closed noon to 1:30 p.m.) Passes, permits and products not sold after 4 p.m. Closed Saturday and Sunday (Closed on federal holidays)

Getting There

Latitude / Longitude

Latitude: 33.871803

Longitude: -110.975162

Elevation

5,200 Feet

Directions

From Young, drive 20 miles south on State Hwy. 288 (unpaved). Site is on the right with signs. From Hwy 188, drive 27 miles north on State Hwy. 288 (partially paved).

Facility and Amenity Information

Restrooms

Restrooms are available at this site.

Water

Potable water is not available at this site.

Picnic Tables

Picnic tables are available at this site.

Recreation Opportunities

Last updated July 15th, 2025