Established Camping
Christopher Creek
About
National Forest
Tonto National Forest
Overview
With an elevation over a mile-high(5640 ft), Christopher Creek Campground's crisp, fresh air and vibrant views are a joy to behold. The facility is tucked along the banks of the spring-fed Christopher Creek, which passes just below the Mogollon Rim. The Mogollon Rim, pronounced by…
Access
- Drive-InPark next to your site
- Walk-InPark in a lot, walk to your site.
- Hike-InBackcountry sites.
Stay Connected
- WiFiUnknown
- VerizonGood
- AT&TUnknown
- T-MobileGood
Site Types
- Tent Sites
- RV Sites
- Standard (Tent/RV)
- Group
Features
For Campers
- Trash
- Picnic Table
- Firewood Available
- Phone Service
- Drinking Water
- Electric Hookups
- Toilets
- Alcohol
- Pets
- Fires
For Vehicles
- Sanitary Dump
- Water Hookups
- Big Rig Friendly
PACK OUT YOUR TRASH
Went to the Christopher Creek side without reserved spaces- near trailhead. This is a go-to spot for us and we love the proximity to the creek. Most recently went up just after 4th of July to find the area trashed. Spent most of our time in camp picking up broken glass, plastic bottle caps,…
River Camping
Beautiful and cold. W love it and will be back! We saw cow.
Great Campsite
Great campsite with awesome amenities. I stayed in just a tent but there was drinking water and perfectly acceptable toilets available. The site was equipped with a fireplace/cooking grate as well as a grill and large stone table. During the week there was hardly anyone there. However, one the…
Location
Christopher Creek is located in Arizona
Directions
From Payson, Arizona, take Highway 260 east for 21 miles to the Christopher Creek Campground turnoff. Take Forest Road for 1/4 mile to the campground, Ask host for directions to campsite.
Coordinates
34.3080556 N
111.0347222 W