Woods Canyon Lake Group

Apache-Sitgreaves National Forest — lakeside, fishing

Location: Forest Lakes, AZ, AZ

Price: From $275 per night

Rating: 4.2 out of 5 (9 reviews)

Season: May through October

Woods Canyon Lake Group Area is located in north central Arizona near the community of Forest Lakes. The camp is adjacent to popular Woods Canyon Lake and situated in thick pine forests, providing a great getaway for large groups of up to 100 people. It offers plenty of activities for anglers, boaters, hikers, families and photographers.

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

Amenities: Fire Rings, Picnic Tables, Vault Toilets, Drinking Water, Electric Hookups, Fishing

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

Woods Canyon Lake Group offers excellent camping adjacent to a popular trout fishing lake in thick pine forests, with highly maintained facilities and attentive camp hosts. Google reviewers consistently praise the clean vault toilets, running water, and access to recreation including kayaking, canoeing, and hiking.

Wildlife alert: American Black Bear, Wapiti/Elk, and various garter snake species present in the area. Multiple bird species including Steller's Jay and warblers.

Insider tips for Woods Canyon Lake Group: Book early — this is a popular federal campground Bring self-contained RV setup; no hookups available at most sites Woods Canyon Lake is 0.5 miles uphill from camp; kayak and canoe rentals available

Skip Woods Canyon Lake Group if: You need RV hookups (electric, water, or sewer). You require year-round access (seasonal May-October only). You visit during peak fire season without checking NWS restrictions for zone AZZ116.

Best time to visit Woods Canyon Lake Group: May-October — Campground operates seasonally May through October only.

Nearby campgrounds: Spillway (Az) (Forest Lakes, AZ), Aspen (Az) (Forest Lakes, AZ), Crook Campground (Forest Lakes, AZ), Mogollon Campground (Overgaard, AZ).

Cell Phone Coverage at Woods Canyon Lake Group

Cell signal at Woods Canyon Lake Group (Forest Lakes, 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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Forest Lakes, AZ, AZ★ 4.2 (9 reviews)From $275/nightFederal campground · book on Recreation.gov
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Woods Canyon Lake Group Area is located in north central Arizona near the community of Forest Lakes. The camp is adjacent to popular Woods Canyon Lake and situated in thick pine forests, providing a great getaway for large groups of up to 100 people. It offers plenty of activities for anglers, boaters, hikers, families and photographers.

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Verified facts

RIDB / Recreation.gov official database
Check-in2:00 PM
Check-out12:00 PM
SeasonMay through October
Stay limit14 days
Max RV99 ft
HookupsNo hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
PetsAllowed
CampfiresAllowed
Max/site6 people

Amenities

RIDB /facilities /campsites · owner-verified
Essentials
Fire RingsDrinking Water
Recreation
Picnic TablesElectric Hookups
Family & Pets
Vault ToiletsFishing

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 RV hookups (electric, water, or sewer)✕ You require year-round access (seasonal May-October only)✕ You visit during peak fire season without checking NWS restrictions for zone AZZ116

Insider tips & when to go

CamperWatch intel · hand-curated entry

Book early

this is a popular federal campground

Bring self-contained RV setup; no hookups available at most sites

Woods Canyon Lake is 0.5 miles uphill from camp; kayak and canoe rentals available

Best: May-October

Campground operates seasonally May through October only

Things to do nearby

RIDB /activities /recareas + intel

Conditions today

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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: American Black Bear, Wapiti/Elk, and various garter snake species present in the area. Multiple bird species including Steller's Jay and warblers.

Location

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Getting there →

From Payson, Arizona, take Highway 260 northeast from Payson toward Heber. Turn left (west) onto Forest Road 300 and follow for 3 miles. Turn right at Woods Canyon Lake Road and travel 0.75 miles to the campground on the right side of the road.

Campground entrance

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Community

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Pro tips

  • Book on recreation.gov exactly 6 months ahead at 10am ET — Apache-Sitgreaves National Forest fills fast in peak season.
  • Check current road conditions at Apache-Sitgreaves National Forest before arrival — seasonal closures common.
  • Bear country — store all food in bear boxes or locked vehicle at all times.

Frequently asked questions

RIDB facts + intel · FAQPage schema, speakable
How much does Woods Canyon Lake Group cost per night?+
Woods Canyon Lake Group costs $275 per night. Hookup options: No hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
What season is Woods Canyon Lake Group open?+
Woods Canyon Lake Group is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
Does Woods Canyon Lake Group have hookups?+
No hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
What is the maximum RV length at Woods Canyon Lake Group?+
Woods Canyon Lake Group can accommodate RVs up to 99 feet.
How do I make reservations at Woods Canyon Lake Group?+
Woods Canyon Lake Group 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 Woods Canyon Lake Group?+
According to FCC coverage maps, cell signal at Woods Canyon Lake Group is rated none. FCC maps show theoretical coverage — actual signal in remote or heavily forested areas may be weaker.
What season is Woods Canyon Lake Group open, and what are check-in times?+
Woods Canyon Lake Group is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.

Official resources

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●Data sources on this page
Recreation.gov — Live site availability — updated every 30 min
recreation.gov · RIDB API
National Weather Service — Live hourly forecast + active alerts
api.weather.gov · open-meteo.com
Google Air Quality API — Live AQI at exact campground coordinates
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iNaturalist — Research-grade wildlife within 8km
api.inaturalist.org
Google Pollen API — Today’s tree, grass & weed pollen forecast
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FCC Broadband Map — Verizon, AT&T, T-Mobile 4G/5G coverage data
broadbandmap.fcc.gov · quarterly
Sunrise-Sunset.org — Sunrise, sunset & golden hour for today
api.sunrise-sunset.org
Google Street View — Campground entrance & access road imagery
maps.googleapis.com
RIDB — ADA sites, hookups, toilets, pets, campfire rules, bear boxes, max RV, activities, contact, directions
ridb.recreation.gov · /facilities /campsites /activities /links /recareas

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$275 /night★ 4.2 (9)
SeasonMay through October
Check-in2:00 PM
Check-out12:00 PM
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