Reynolds Creek Group Campground

Federal campground in Tonto National Forest

Location: Payson, AZ, AZ

Price: From $75 per night

Rating: 4.8 out of 5 (8 reviews)

Season: Year-round

The Reynolds Creek Group Campground is a rustic and secluded, creek side 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.The site includes two large ramadas, eight picnic tables, group grill, one large metal campfire ring, an

Cell coverage (FCC estimate): none signal. Actual signal may vary in remote areas.

Amenities: Fire Rings, Picnic Tables, Vault Toilets

Availability alerts: Set a free cancellation alert at camperwatch.org/campground/reynolds-creek-group-campground to be notified when sites open up.

Rustic, creek-side group campground nestled in ponderosa pines at 5,250 feet elevation in Tonto National Forest, offering a peaceful base for hiking, fishing, and nature photography between the Salome and Sierra Ancha Wilderness Areas. Google reviewers consistently praise it as a beautiful, secluded spot with spectacular views.

Wildlife alert: Arizona Black Rattlesnake, Southwestern Blackhead Snake, White-nosed Coati, White-tailed Deer, Abert's Squirrel, Mexican Jay

Insider tips for Reynolds Creek Group Campground: Book early — this is a federal campground with high demand State Highway 288 is unpaved from Young (20 miles) and partially paved from Highway 188 (27 miles); expect rough road conditions Group site accommodates both large and small groups; set back from main road for privacy

Skip Reynolds Creek Group Campground if: You need hookups — no hookups available. You require paved road access — long, rough unpaved drive required. Some amenities are aging and need repairs per recent reviews.

Best time to visit Reynolds Creek Group Campground: Year-round — Campground operates year-round, with monsoon season (summer) noted by reviewers for spectacular storm viewing.

Nearby campgrounds: Reynolds Creek Group Camp (Id) (Young, AZ), Schoolhouse Campground (Az) (ROOSEVELT, AZ), Windy Hill Campground (ROOSEVELT, AZ), Cholla Campground (ROOSEVELT, AZ).

Cell Phone Coverage at Reynolds Creek Group Campground

Cell signal at Reynolds Creek Group Campground (Payson, AZ): none overall signal based on FCC broadband data.

Coverage data source: FCC Broadband Data Collection (BDC). Actual signal may vary due to terrain, tree cover, and distance from towers. Camper reports are more reliable than coverage maps in remote areas.

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Payson, AZ, AZ★ 4.8 (8 reviews)From $75/nightFederal campground · book on Recreation.gov
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The Reynolds Creek Group Campground is a rustic and secluded, creek side 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.The site includes two large ramadas, eight picnic tables, group grill, one large metal campfire ring, and one vault toilet. The group site is located adjacent to Reynolds Creek, which runs year round.

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Verified facts

RIDB / Recreation.gov official database
Check-in2:00 PM
Check-out12:00 PM
SeasonYear-round
Stay limit14 days
Max RV21 ft
HookupsNo hookups.
ADA sites1 sites
PetsAllowed
CampfiresAllowed
Max/site6 people

Amenities

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Essentials
Fire Rings
Recreation
Picnic Tables
Family & Pets
Vault Toilets

Straight talk

CamperWatch intel · curated from camper reports

Known issues, each with the workaround. Read before you book.

Known issuesFederal campground — book early. No hookups at most sites. Seasonal operations.
Skip it if:✕ You need hookups — no hookups available✕ You require paved road access — long, rough unpaved drive required✕ Some amenities are aging and need repairs per recent reviews

Insider tips & when to go

CamperWatch intel · hand-curated entry

Book early

this is a federal campground with high demand

State Highway 288 is unpaved from Young (20 miles) and partially paved from Highway 188 (27 miles); expect rough road conditions

Group site accommodates both large and small groups; set back from main road for privacy

Best: Year-round

Campground operates year-round, with monsoon season (summer) noted by reviewers for spectacular storm viewing

Things to do nearby

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Cell signal

FCC BDC · quarterly dataset
T-Mobile
4G · 0%
Verizon
4G · 0%
AT&T
4G · 0%

FCC maps are theoretical — camper reports confirm signal.

Wildlife nearby

iNaturalist · research-grade · 8 km
Alert: Arizona Black Rattlesnake, Southwestern Blackhead Snake, White-nosed Coati, White-tailed Deer, Abert's Squirrel, Mexican Jay

Location

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928-474-7900· Tonto National Forest
Getting there →

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

Campground entrance

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Pro tips

  • Book on recreation.gov exactly 6 months ahead at 10am ET — Tonto National Forest fills fast in peak season.
  • Check current road conditions at Tonto National Forest before arrival — seasonal closures common.

Frequently asked questions

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How much does Reynolds Creek Group Campground cost per night?+
Reynolds Creek Group Campground costs $75 per night. Hookup options: No hookups.
What season is Reynolds Creek Group Campground open?+
Reynolds Creek Group Campground is open Year-round. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
Does Reynolds Creek Group Campground have hookups?+
No hookups.
What is the maximum RV length at Reynolds Creek Group Campground?+
Reynolds Creek Group Campground can accommodate RVs up to 21 feet.
How do I make reservations at Reynolds Creek Group Campground?+
Reynolds Creek Group Campground is a federal campground — book 6 months ahead at Recreation.gov. Set a free CamperWatch cancellation alert to be notified the moment a site opens.
What is the cell service like at Reynolds Creek Group Campground?+
According to FCC coverage maps, cell signal at Reynolds Creek Group Campground is rated none. FCC maps show theoretical coverage — actual signal in remote or heavily forested areas may be weaker.
What season is Reynolds Creek Group Campground open, and what are check-in times?+
Reynolds Creek Group Campground is open Year-round. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
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Google Air Quality API — Live AQI at exact campground coordinates
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iNaturalist — Research-grade wildlife within 8km
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RIDB — ADA sites, hookups, toilets, pets, campfire rules, bear boxes, max RV, activities, contact, directions
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$75 /night★ 4.8 (8)
SeasonYear-round
Check-in2:00 PM
Check-out12:00 PM
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