Payson, AZ

Upper Tonto Creek

Availability

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About this spot

Overview

The Upper Tonto Creek is a small campground tucked away from the main highway where the Tonto and Horton Creeks merge. 6 Campsites are available for reservation only.  This location is available only through reservation May 1through November 3rd. Campground map available here .

Recreation

Families may enjoy fishing at both Tonto and Horton Creeks or pass time hiking through nearby Horton Creek Trail or Derrick Trail. Both of these trails access the Highline National Recreation Trail (#31).

Facilities

This campground contains 6 campsites, 3 picnic sites, and a double vault toilet.

Natural Features

The union of Tonto and Horton Creeks is at the north end of the Upper Tonto Creek campground. Fishing in both creeks is a popular sport.

Contact Info

This location is unstaffed. To speak with our main office for general information, please call: (928) 474-7900.

Typical weather

Tonto Creek

Average water temperature
Average water temperature for Tonto Creek, January through DecemberEach point shows the monthly average water temperature in degrees Fahrenheit.47°JJanuary: average water temperature 47°F43°FFebruary: average water temperature 43°F45°MMarch: average water temperature 45°F53°AApril: average water temperature 53°F59°MMay: average water temperature 59°F62°JJune: average water temperature 62°F65°JJuly: average water temperature 65°F65°AAugust: average water temperature 65°F62°SSeptember: average water temperature 62°F53°OOctober: average water temperature 53°F45°NNovember: average water temperature 45°F36°DDecember: average water temperature 36°F

Water: Water Quality Portal — 79 field-sample stations

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