Aspen (Az)

Overview

Aspen Campground is a scenic hideaway for anglers, boaters, families and photographers, located in north central Arizona near Heber and Payson. It sits in a dense pine and aspen area forest near the shore of Woods Canyon Lake at an elevation of 7,000 ft. With spacious campsites, calm and scenic lake waters, a marina, boat ramp and many amenities, Aspen is one of the most popular camping spots in Arizona.

Recreation

Popular activities include trout fishing, hiking, boating and photography. Woods Canyon Lake is one of seven lakes in the Rim Lakes Recreation Area, and one of the most visited. Two other lakes are within a short drive. Woods Canyon Lake only allows electric boat motors.

An easy hiking trail meanders around the lake, and the campground's paved roads make for great bike rides. Families might also enjoy attending educational programs given by Forest Service rangers on the weekends.

Facilities

Aspen Campground is a large facility with 136 campsites. It is composed of four loops in alternating meadow and wooded areas, and campsites are spaced well apart from each other.



The nearest showers are 10 miles away at Canyon Point Campground.



A marina with a full service store with groceries, boat rentals and firewood is available at the lake. Gas, phone and groceries are also available in nearby Forest Lakes.

Natural Features

The large and rambling campground offers several camping experiences and environments from marshy meadows to a rocky forest. Wildlife viewing includes birds, squirrels, deer and elk. Deer, skunks and bears are common campground visitors.

Summer temperatures can be very pleasant because of the elevation. However, the rainy season often brings afternoon thunderstorms from late June through August. Visitors should come prepared for rain and cool nighttime temperatures.

Contact Info

For facility specific information, please call (928) 535-0181.

Nearby Attractions

Visitors can explore endless vistas and take part in many outdoor activities in the surrounding Apache-Sitgreaves National Forest, which encompasses 2 million acres of magnificent mountain country in east-central Arizona and New Mexico. The Mogollon Rim Visitor Center, open weekends from Memorial Day through Labor Day, is only a short drive from Aspen Campground. Visitors can find an informative staff as well as books and gifts related to the local area. The nearest towns are Heber and Payson.

Camp site features

Across 132 camp sites:

  • Pets allowed: all 132 sites
  • Longest RV: 69 ft
  • Largest party: 8 people
  • Equipment: CARAVAN/CAMPER VAN, FIFTH WHEEL, LARGE TENT OVER 9X12`, PICKUP CAMPER, POP UP, RV, SMALL TENT, Tent, Trailer

Directions

From Payson, take Highway 260 northeast toward Heber. Take a left at the sign for Woods Canyon Lake (Rim Road/Forest Road 300). Follow for about 5 miles and turn right onto the paved road at the sign toward Woods Canyon Lake (there is no road sign). Aspen Campground is about 1 mile down the road on the left.

Stay Limit

Check in from 2 PM, check out by 11 AM.

Reviews

557 reviews
5 stars
391
4 stars
104
3 stars
30
2 stars
18
1 stars
14
Rick R
Loop:Aspe
Site:
Reviewed 23 days ago
na
Sherry G
Loop:Aspe
Site:
Reviewed 24 days ago
The pad was level and the restrooms were clean. It was a beautiful campground with oak and pine trees.
Lydia K
Loop:Aspe
Site:
Reviewed 25 days ago
Un lugar muy seguro, familiar y respetuoso de las reglas. Limpio y los baños están muy bien atendidos.
Kylie G
Loop:Aspe
Site:
Reviewed a month ago
Beautiful area and close to the lake. We came with friends and were reminded of quiet hours and shushed about 5 minutes before 10pm. Seems to be more of a quiet spot and group campers are not as tolerated. We were definitely going to be quieting down after 10 but weren't given the opportunity before being accused of being rowdy. We were laughing and playing a board game, nothing too crazy though i know voices carry. Some spots have a quieter vibe and this one is like that all day and night, regardless of quiet hours. That's fine if that's what you're looking for. I did appreciate the firewood and bags of ice at the check in booth but was disappointed in the bathrooms and lack of amenities for 45 a night. Spots are very rocky with lots of roots sticking up. There is still ample room for tents but watch your step at night. All in all, not bad for being close to the lake but definitely a quieter campground with limited amenities.
Keith E
Loop:Aspe
Site:
Reviewed a month ago
One of the better campgrounds in this part of AZ. having access to Willow Springs lake only a 10 min walk to fish, hike or picnic. Weather is always ~10 degrees cooler which is nice in AZ. Sites are spread out nicely varying in how much pine coverage you prefer. Bathrooms cleaned daily, water spouts with drinking water throughout. Always have a good time there
Penelope S
Loop:Aspe
Site:
Reviewed a month ago
The clear night sky with voluminous stars was wonderful.
Availability

See the Camp Sites section below to find detailed booking availability.

Reserve

Season dates

Walk In season

Apr 23, 2027 – May 6, 2027

First come, first served

Peak season

May 7, 2027 – Oct 10, 2027

Reservable online

Walk In season

Oct 11, 2027 – Oct 30, 2027

First come, first served

Walk In season

Apr 23, 2028 – May 6, 2028

First come, first served

Peak season

May 7, 2028 – Oct 10, 2028

Reservable online

Walk In season

Oct 11, 2028 – Oct 30, 2028

First come, first served

Camp Sites

Availability not checked yet

No availability

We don't have availability data yet for camp sites at .

Interested in seeing what camp sites you can reserve here? Check it now, or watch this campground so we keep checking it for you.

Nearby Campgrounds