Cabin camping near Young, Arizona offers access to the forested highlands at elevations between 5,000-7,000 feet. Summer temperatures typically range from 50-85°F, providing relief from desert heat with afternoon thunderstorms common from July through September. Most cabins in this area require advance reservations, particularly during peak summer and fall seasons when visitors seek cooler mountain temperatures.
What to do
Fishing nearby lakes: Several lakes within driving distance of Young provide fishing opportunities. Larry K. noted about Canyon Point Campground: "Campground close to several wonderful lakes for fishing, canoes, kayaks and stand up boards."
Hiking rim trails: The Mogollon Rim offers multiple hiking options accessible from cabin areas. At Mogollon Campground, Jessica C. mentioned: "Stayed here many times and always a wonderful experience. The campsites are always clean with clean toilets and drinking water. The campsites are pretty spreadout from each other. Woods Canyon Lake is just a short drive away to enjoy hiking and you are within walking distance to the Rim."
Stargazing after dark: The remote location provides excellent night sky viewing opportunities. Mike C. from Mogollon Campground shared: "You can see so many stars at night, it's wonderful. We took a 3.3 mile hike to woods canyon lake. There is a marina and boat rentals are available."
What campers like
Clean facilities: Many cabin areas maintain well-kept bathrooms and shower facilities. At Canyon Point Campground, Frank J. reported: "Had a great experience at Canyon Point. Bathrooms and showers are kept very clean. Sites are very clean. Staff was very helpful. Stayed six nights."
Well-spaced sites: Cabins with adequate distance between neighbors are highly rated. At Rock Crossing Campground, Nicole S. shared: "This place was great. A few of the sites are very open, but we found one that was a little off the road and they only had every other site open so it was very quiet and we had our own space."
Helpful staff: On-site hosts and rangers enhance the experience for many visitors. Matt M. noted about Canyon Point: "The best thing about canyon point is the fact that it's one of the other campgrounds that have showers available, that's a huge plus after a couple days of being outdoors."
What you should know
Seasonal operation: Many cabin facilities operate only part of the year due to weather conditions. Canyon Point has limited availability from "Apr 26 to Nov 10" according to its listing information, while Rock Crossing operates from "April 20 to September 30."
Road access varies: Some cabin locations require travel on rough roads. Chelsea R. from Apache Lake Marina & Resort noted: "The paved hwy was closed, the only way to get there is an hour-long bumpy dirt road. However, it was absolutely amazing!"
Reservation requirements: Booking ahead is essential for cabin stays, especially during summer months. Caylee H. from Mountain Retreat in Heber suggests: "This place is great for the whole family and there is no trailer year restriction. You definitely cant beat the price and its nice that the rate includes water, electric and sewage."
Noise considerations: Proximity to roads can affect the quiet factor. George B. reported about Canyon Point: "Having been here through the afternoon/evening, I have to add that this campground is a bit noisy with hwy traffic and pets."
Tips for camping with families
Look for larger group sites: Some areas have designated spaces for family gatherings. Travis D. said about Timber Camp Recreation Area: "We reserved this spot for a large family gathering and it served our needs perfectly. The spot is in a great patch on Ponderosa Pines in the primarily pinyon juniper surroundings. It is a very large space and each family can spread out as much as they want - and still have space for wiffle ball!"
Choose locations with recreation options: Sites near lakes provide additional activities. AJ A. commented about Mogollon Campground: "Moderately spaced sites in close proximity to hwy 260, Rim lakes, and general store. Vault toilets, trash, and Water are serviced and firewood can be purchased from the camp host. We took our 9 Month old and 6 year old and they had a blast."
Check bathroom facilities: Not all cabins have private bathrooms. Pablo S. from Rock Crossing Campground reported: "It has water and toilets near the camping grounds, which by the way are super clean. They have grill, fire pit, and a picnic table and bear safe storage."
Tips from RVers
Electric hookup availability: Only certain cabins offer electrical connections. Larry K. mentioned about Canyon Point: "Clean, very widely dispersed camp sites(lots of social distancing trees) especially in loop B (no electricity hookup); loop A sites a little closer but still great and most sites have electricity."
Market proximity: Consider locations with on-site or nearby stores. Sarah I. noted about Mogollon Campground: "The campground is fairly small and sites are pretty close together. It is pretty nicely maintained though and the host was nice. The road is nearby so it's not a quite campground. However, it's just down the street from woods canyon lake and some other really nice places to visit."
Dump station access: RVers need waste disposal options. Anna J. from Mogollon RV Park reported: "This is on the mogollon rim so there is some great hiking and sightseeing nearby. Several lakes close also. Very crowded but has full hookups. General store across the street. It's ok for a quick stop but not a favorite."
