Canyon Point sits among the stunning landscapes of Apache-Sitgreaves National Forest in Arizona . With 113 campsites (RV-friendly up to 45 feet feet) , restrooms, great hiking, it's a favorite for rural adventurers.
Reservations are required year-round , and the best times to visit are Jun when the weather is most comfortable .
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🏕️ At a Glance
💳 Booking & Fees
Cancellations made 3+ days before arrival typically receive a refund minus service fees. Check Recreation.gov for specific policies and deadlines.
💧 Water Access & Features
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🌤️ Best Time to Visit
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🦅 Peak birding: Feb, Mar, Apr
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Canyon Point located in Arizona, offering 113 camping sites.
Canyon Point
A Rural campground in Arizona
Overview
Canyon Point Lies in a Forested Area Above the Mogollon Rim at an Elevation of 7,500 Ft. the Mogollon Rim, Pronounced by Locals As “Muggy-Own,” Is a 200-Mile Long Escarpment in Northern Arizona That Ranges Between 5,000 and 7,000 Ft in Elevation. Located in the Scenic Apache-Sitgreaves National Forest in North Central Arizona Near the Town of Heber, Canyon Point Has a Range of Individual and Group Campsites to Suit Many Visitors.
the Campground Sits in a Heavily Wooded Pine and Aspen Area 5 Miles From the Popular Willow Springs Lake. Campers Enjoy Trout Fishing (Both Lake and Stream), Hiking, Boating and Photography. Hikers Enjoy Staying at Canyon Point Because of Its Access to Trails to the Sinkhole and the Edge of the Mogollon Rim, Which Offers a Spectacular View.
Its Proximity to Willow Springs Lake Also Draws Boaters and Anglers. Families Who Stay on the Weekends Often Attend Educational Programs Given by Forest Service Rangers at the Facility’S Amphitheater. Canyon Point Has 113 Campsites, 32 of Which Have Electricity. Tents, Trailers and Motor Homes Up to 75 Ft. Are Allowed at the Campground. Three of the Single Unit Sites Are Accessible.
Larger Families Can Be Accommodated at the Five Double Sites Which Can Hold Up to 16 People Each, and There Are Two Group Sites That Can Host Up to 25 or 55 People, Respectively. Each Site Has a Picnic Table and Campfire Ring with Grill.
Showers and Restrooms Are Provided, and Firewood Is Available for Sale. the Unique Landscape Was Created by the Uplift of the Colorado Plateau Followed by Erosion and Faulting That Has Sculpted Spectacular Canyons and Buttes. the Rim Serves As the Geographical Divide Between the Cool High Country Above and the Hot, Dry Desert Below. Summer Daytime Temperatures Are Generally 20 – 40 Degrees Cooler Than the Greater Phoenix Area. However, the Rainy Season Often Brings Afternoon Thunderstorms From Late June Through August. Visitors Should Come Prepared for Possible Rain and Cool Nighttime Temperatures.
Nearby Attractions
Forest Lakes, Arizona Is Located Approximately 2 Miles East of the Campground. Visitors Can Find Food, Fuel, Telephones, and Groceries. the Nearest Full Service Community Is Overgaard, 22 Miles East on Highway 260.Contact Info
for Facility Specific Information, Please Call (928) 535-0181.Managed by: Usda Forest ServiceSite Details
Campsite Information
- Total Sites: 113
- Hookup Types: Full Hookup
- Max RV Length: 45 feet
Amenities
- 🚻 Restrooms: Available
- 🚿 Showers: Available
- 🗑️ Dump Station: No
- 💧 Potable Water: No
- 🛝 Playground: No
- 🧺 Laundry: False
- 📶 WiFi: False
- 🏊 Swimming: No
- 🎣 Fishing: Available
- 🛥️ Boating: Available
- 🥾 Hiking: Available
Map & Location
Address & Coordinates
Address: Canyon Point Campground
City: , Arizona 85931.0
Coordinates: 34.3233333, -110.8266667
Area Type: Rural
Phone: (928) 535-0181
Activities & Attractions
Popular Activities: Fishing|hiking|picnic|restroom|shower|electric|fire-ring|lake|trail|group-site|rv|tent|amphitheater
Available Activities:
- 🎣 Fishing: Available
- 🛥️ Boating: Available
- 🥾 Hiking: Available
- 🏊 Swimming: No
Regulations & Permits
🔥 Stay Limits & Fees
Maximum Stay: 14 days
Nightly Fee: $30-45
Federal Pass: Yes (50% discount)
🌤️ Weather & Climate
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📱 Connectivity
Verizon
Fair Signal
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AT&T
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📺 Television Reception
Major Networks: ABC, CBS, NBC, FOX, PBS, CW, ION
Signal Quality: Fair
Total Stations: 14 stations
Nearest Market: Phoenix/TUCSON
Notes: Signals FROM Phoenix/TUCSON MARKET
📻 Radio Reception
Total Stations: 28 stations (10 AM, 18 FM)
AM Quality: Good | FM Quality: Good
Major Formats: Country, Classic ROCK, Spanish, NEWS/TALK
Local News: KTAR 620 Am
Market: Phoenix/TUCSON
Notes: 10 AM, 18 FM Stations from Phoenix/Tucson
🔌 EV Charging
⚡ APS – Payson, AZ
Distance: 28.7 miles away
Address: 400 E Highway 260, Payson, AZ
Network: electrify-america
Charging Type: Fast-charging-available • J1772
Plan Your Visit
Essential Information
- Facility ID: 232193
- Managing Agency: Usda Forest Service
- Agency Email:
- Agency Website:
- Parent Park: Apache-Sitgreaves National Forest
- Park Website: /parks/apache-sitgreaves-national-forest/
Park System Information
Park Classification & Structure
- Park Type: National Forests
- Parks Post Name: apache-sitgreaves-national-forest
- Parent Park Name: Apache-Sitgreaves National Forest
- Correct Park Type Mapping: apache-sitgreaves-national-forest
System Statistics
- Total Campgrounds in System: 31.0
- States Covered: Arizona
- Managing Agencies: Usda Forest Service
System IDs & References
- Parent Organization ID: 131.0
- Parent Recreation Area ID: 122
- Parks Parent Org IDs: 131.0
- Parks Parent Rec Area IDs: 122, 122.0
URL Slugs & Navigation
- State Slug: arizona
- Agency Slug: usda-forest-service
- Park Type Slug: national-forests
- Parent Park Slug: apache-sitgreaves-national-forest
Additional Park Information
Data Reference Notes
Managing Agency Slug: usda-forest-service
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