Payson located in the heart of Arizona Rim Country, in the largest Ponderosa pine forest in the world. Payson is also on the second route to the Grand Canyon, Sedona and unmatched beauty of "Indian Country". Here you can hike with llamas, attend rodeos and tribal dances, visit an archeology museum, explore wilderness areas or take a scenic flight - all just 90 miles northeast of Scottsdale.
Things to do in Payson
Christopher Creek
Christopher Creek, at an elevation of 5,900 feet, is just 22 miles east of Payson and is nestled below the majestic Molollon Rim on the banks of spring fed Christopher Creek. Within minutes you can be knee deep in beautiful creeks or fishing on one of 9 area Lakes. There's never a dull moment when you are Hiking, Mountain Biking, or Horseback Riding on over 51 miles of area trails.
Pine-Strawberry Museum
Tucked just beneath Arizona's Backbone, the famed Mogollon Rim, the Pine-Strawberry Museum in Pine, Arizona, was opened in 1979 for the purpose of displaying artifacts relative to the prehistory and history of Pine and its twin among the pines, Strawberry. Located on rout 87 near Payson. Call 928-476-3547 for more information.
Rim Country Museum
The Rim Country Museum is quaintly set in the award winning Green Valley Park in Payson, Arizona. The Museum is comprised of several historical buildings and objects of local significance. The museum features an excellent presentation on Zane Grey including many of his personal items such as chaps, saddle, guns, books and posters. Call 928-474-3483 for more information.
700 Green Valley Parkway, Payson, AZ
Tonto Natural Bridge
Tonto Natural Bridge is an impressive stone formation located just north of Payson, Arizona. The entrance to the park is about 10 miles north of Payson along highway 87. There are two paths down. The bridge itself is an amazing site with a stream passing underneath and waterfalls pouring from above. The park also features other hiking trails, picnic areas, and a gift shop.