What are the hours and season for Houston Mesa?

Houston Mesa is open May through October. Check-in: 2:00 PM. Check-out: 12:00 PM.

What amenities does Houston Mesa have?

Houston Mesa amenities: Fire Rings, Picnic Tables, Flush Toilets. Hookups: No hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs..

How do I book a campsite at Houston Mesa?

Houston Mesa is a federal campground — book at Recreation.gov (search "Houston Mesa"). Sites are released 6 months in advance and sell out quickly. Set a free CamperWatch cancellation alert at camperwatch.org/campground/houston-mesa to be notified the moment a site opens up.

Houston Mesa

Tonto National Forest — hiking

PAYSON, AZ4.3 (382)

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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. With family, equestrian and tent-only campsites, this campground can accommodate a range of visitors and offers plenty of ways to enjoy the outdoors, including several miles of hiking and horseback riding trails nearby. 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).

Things to do nearby

Tonto National ForestHouston Mesa Loop TrailHouston Mesa Interpretive Trail

Best For

HikersFamilies

Site Types

TentRV

Amenities

Fire Rings

Picnic Tables

Flush Toilets

Check-in

2:00 PM

Check-out

12:00 PM

Season

May through October

Max/site

6 people

Known Issues

Federal campground — book early. No hookups at most sites. Seasonal operations.

Cancellation Policy

Recreation.gov: full refund if cancelled 7+ days before arrival. $10 cancellation fee applies.

Frequently asked questions

How much does Houston Mesa cost per night?+

Houston Mesa costs $22–$170 per night depending on site type and season. Hookup options: No hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.

What season is Houston Mesa open?+

Houston Mesa is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.

Does Houston Mesa have hookups?+

No hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.

What is the maximum RV length at Houston Mesa?+

Houston Mesa can accommodate RVs up to 99 feet long.

How do I make reservations at Houston Mesa?+

Houston Mesa is a federal campground — reservations open 6 months in advance at Recreation.gov. Sites sell out quickly. Set a free CamperWatch cancellation alert to be notified the moment a site opens.

How far is Houston Mesa from the nearest town?+

Houston Mesa is located in PAYSON, AZ. Check the map above for distance to nearby services.

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