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Houston Mesa Campground and Equestrian Sites

2 mi north of Payson, AZ · Verizon 5G · AT&T 5G · T-Mobile 5G

Federal campgroundtype
First comebooking
Apr–May & Sep–Octbest months

About Houston Mesa Campground and Equestrian Sites

[](https://www.flickr.com/photos/53108273@N03/albums/72177720304336849) Houston Mesa Campground is located in the forested northern section of Tonto National Forest, just one mile north of Payson, Arizona and less than two hours from Phoenix. Houston Mesa offers shade, privacy and corrals for horses and mules. This recreation area is a favorite among equestrian campers who want to experience the great outdoors with their gentle companions. There are several hiking and horseback riding trails to enjoy nearby the campsite. Families may enjoy time together at designated campsites with picnic tables, fire rings and grills. Review At-A-Glance for more details about this sight. As the fifth largest forest in the United States, the Tonto National Forest is one of the most-visited "urban" forests in the United States (approximately 5.8 million visitors annually). Its boundaries are Phoenix to…

  • Fees: - $29 per night for standard sites - $22 per night for equestrian sites (Closed for the season) - $130 per night for Group Site 1 (No…
  • Season: April – December
  • Managed by: USFS - Tonto National Forest
  • Where: 2 mi north of Payson, AZ · 34.27, -111.31418

Things to do:

HikingHorseback riding

Amenities:

Toilets

Official page for this camp (fees, closures, booking)

Weather by month

55°
29°Jan
57°
31°Feb
63°
35°Mar
70°
39°Apr
79°
47°May
89°
56°Jun
92°
63°Jul
90°
62°Aug
85°
56°Sep
75°
45°Oct
63°
35°Nov
54°
28°Dec

Typical daily highs and lows (°F), 1991–2020 NOAA normals. Best months: Apr–May & Sep–Oct (comfortable days, mild nights, little rain). Nights below freezing: Dec–Feb.

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Cell signal

Verizon 5G · AT&T 5G · T-Mobile 5G

From the carriers' FCC coverage maps, which tend to be generous.
Night sky: Rural edge

The Milky Way is clear overhead but fades toward town glow.

Class 4 of 9, from NASA/NOAA night-light data.

Stargazing nearby: Camp Verde (Dark Sky Community), 37 mi.

RV essentials

Dump station: 0.3 mi
Water fill-up: 21.4 mi
Propane: 12.4 mi

Nearest of each within 25 miles, straight-line.

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