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
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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.
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.
Verified facts
RIDB / Recreation.gov official databaseAmenities
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CamperWatch intel · curated from camper reportsKnown issues, each with the workaround. Read before you book.
Insider tips & when to go
CamperWatch intel · hand-curated entryBook 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
Campground operates seasonally May through October only
Things to do nearby
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FCC BDC · quarterly datasetFCC maps are theoretical — camper reports confirm signal.
Wildlife nearby
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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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- 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.
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