mogollon rim

Sadly the gates to the rim walk were closed to traffic however we walked about 2 miles down the paved park roads, Beautiful country sideAll facilities were shut off out of season

Born and raised in AZ. Mesa to be exact. Came up here every summer to Boy Scout camp Geronimo. Both as a camper and then working on staff. The camp Sits right at the base of the Rim. You will find no more beautiful area in God's great kingdom.

The Rim is so beautiful and the trees are spectacular. The breeze and the cool pine smell is exhilarating and good for he soul.

The 300 road goes for many, many miles. It's a dirt road that has some exceptional pull outs for rocky views. For camping, it is the best in Arizona (I was born here).

This cliff/escarpment runs 200 miles through northern Arizona. there a re wonderful hikes, quaint mountain towns and very friendly folk

Liked the area the view. The waters seem to be getting over fished however but it's still great and the lakes are amazing.

I have been all over the Mogollon Rim from the beginning to the end. It is a beautiful place where you can go camping in numerous place, You can birdwatch (there are numerous beautiful birds) You can go fishing at the many lakes and creeks and you can fish, hike, bike, hunt, and so many other things. It is beautiful in all seasons. One of the most beautiful sites for fall colors. There are natural springs and natural hotspots. It is well worth visiting often. I have been there Many times and I still enjoy the Mogollon Rim. I have taken dirt roads to the off of the way towns and old roads that have not been used for years. This is one of God's greatest creations.

When you come into payson on route 87 from phoenix the Mogollon rim opens in front of you and it is, for no other word, AWESOME. take route 260 to Sho Low and when you go over the rim it is some of the greatest sceanery in the world. NOT TO BE MISSED.

The view to die for. My wife wants to be cremated and thrown off the rim. This is a 2000 foot escarpment that runs 200 miles from New Mexico towards the Grand Canyon. There are lakes at the top of the rim and a drive 30 miles along the rim edge. Great scenery everywhere. Suggest a four wheel drive although we did it in a Blazer 2 wheel drive. Good road fro 20 miles from Hwy 260 and the last 10 miles are washboard. Dock facilities at Woods Canyon lake and a small grocery store for sandwiches or pretzels. Lunch or dinner, better stop at Christopher Creek en route.

What you should bring to camp in Payson, AZ in mid September:1. lots of blankets or good sleeping bag - it gets really cold at night. 2. Coats3. plenty of food and water - it is hard to navigate around when it gets dark out so it would be a good idea to bring enough food and water so you don't have to drive around in the dark looking for a store. 4. bring wood for firepit5. bring your bike because there are some very nice route around the rim. 5. cash - just in case.Payson is a beautiful place to relax and be away from the busy city. Most of the campground has bathroom and shower room available.

Easily accessible and views to die for. Stop at the visitor's center and walk out onto the rear deck - you feel as if you are standing in the sky. There are vista viewpoints directly across the highway from the visitor's center which provide stunning views that seem to go on endlessly. Easy walking trails are actually paved for a comfortable short trip along the edge of the rim. If you walk from the trail out onto the precipice, be extremely careful as the shale rocks can give way at any time. This was evidenced by the flower wreath placed some 50' below me as I peered over the edge. Beautiful territory and easy access - a great little stop.

It is a wonderful place to camp and hike with wonderful views everywhere. It gets more popular in the fall with changing leave colors but anytime is a good time to visit. It is typically cooler than the rest of lower Arizona but that also means that unexpected snow can pop up occasionally. Be prepared because the town around the rim are few and far between; same caution for gas stations. My recommendation would be to get a book on Arizona camping and hiking to plot out good locations. With large areas of national forest, you can camp plenty of places off the grid.

Have spent many days here camping, fishing and hiking. Many established and unestablished camp grounds exist all around the area providing various levels of amenities and seclusion. Several lakes are also present in the area which allow for fishing in the warmer months. Tons of trails of varying degrees of difficulty traverse the area and allow for single day hikes up or multi-day backpacking trips. The scenic vistas are beautiful and the fall leaves (October-November) are wonderful. The main Forest Service road is closed during the winter and prohibits access.

I have lived in Arizona my entire life and I am still amazed at the beauty the state has to offer for sightseeing. Please take the opportunity to see some of the other sights besides the Grand Canyon! Many places to camp in the area and either fish in one of the numerous lakes and rivers or just enjoy a hike through the forest. There is nothing more relaxing than sitting with your feet in the water and enjoying the peace and tranquility of nature

People typically think Arizona is all sand & cacti. Not true! Worth the easy drive from Payson or even Phoenix. Once at the top of the Rim, you'll find well-maintained ranger huts & visitor centers, stunning views of the Tonto National Forest, beautiful lakes for fishing or watersports, hiking trails, & campgrounds.