Aspen (Az)

Campground · Arizona · 132 bookable sites ·

Managed by the USDA Forest Service

Sitgreaves National Forest (NF) · Open Access

132
Bookable sites
69 ft
Max rig length
up to 8
People per site
7,616 ft
Elevation
Tent under trees
Photo: unknown · Recreation.gov

Overview

Aspen Campground is a scenic hideaway for anglers, boaters, families and photographers, located in north central Arizona near Heber and Payson. It sits in a dense pine and aspen area forest near the shore of Woods Canyon Lake at an elevation of 7,000 ft. With spacious campsites, calm and scenic lake waters, a marina, boat ramp and many amenities, Aspen is one of the most popular camping spots in Arizona.

Recreation

Popular activities include trout fishing, hiking, boating and photography. Woods Canyon Lake is one of seven lakes in the Rim Lakes Recreation Area, and one of the most visited. Two other lakes are within a short drive. Woods Canyon Lake only allows electric boat motors.

An easy hiking trail meanders around the lake, and the campground's paved roads make for great bike rides. Families might also enjoy attending educational programs given by Forest Service rangers on the weekends.

Facilities

Aspen Campground is a large facility with 136 campsites. It is composed of four loops in alternating meadow and wooded areas, and campsites are spaced well apart from each other.



The nearest showers are 10 miles away at Canyon Point Campground.



A marina with a full service store with groceries, boat rentals and firewood is available at the lake. Gas, phone and groceries are also available in nearby Forest Lakes.

Natural Features

The large and rambling campground offers several camping experiences and environments from marshy meadows to a rocky forest. Wildlife viewing includes birds, squirrels, deer and elk. Deer, skunks and bears are common campground visitors.

Summer temperatures can be very pleasant because of the elevation. However, the rainy season often brings afternoon thunderstorms from late June through August. Visitors should come prepared for rain and cool nighttime temperatures.

Contact Info

For facility specific information, please call (928) 535-0181.

Nearby Attractions

Visitors can explore endless vistas and take part in many outdoor activities in the surrounding Apache-Sitgreaves National Forest, which encompasses 2 million acres of magnificent mountain country in east-central Arizona and New Mexico. The Mogollon Rim Visitor Center, open weekends from Memorial Day through Labor Day, is only a short drive from Aspen Campground. Visitors can find an informative staff as well as books and gifts related to the local area. The nearest towns are Heber and Payson.

The facts

  • Season: April 29 – Closes October 31 Annually — USDA Forest Service, Aug 24, 2026
  • 132 bookable sites
  • 136 sites in total, including non-bookable
  • Vehicles up to 69 ft
  • Up to 8 people per site
  • Loops: ASPE, ASPEN (AZ), MANAGEMENT SITES

Site types

  • 132 Standard Nonelectric
  • 4 Management

Amenities

  • Campfires allowed
  • Shade
  • Pets allowed
  • Water hookups

Not recorded upstream: electric hookups, sewer hookups, fire pits, picnic tables, grills.

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136 campsites at Aspen (Az)

SiteLoopTypeEntrySurfaceGradeMax rigPeople
003 ASPEStandard NonelectricBack InPaved—51 ft8 🐾
004ASPEStandard NonelectricBack InPavedSlight46 ft8 🐾
005ASPEStandard NonelectricBack InPaved—48 ft8 🐾
006ASPEStandard NonelectricBack InPavedSlight51 ft8 🐾
007ASPEStandard NonelectricBack InPavedSlight42 ft8 🐾
008ASPEStandard NonelectricBack InPavedSlight48 ft8 🐾
009ASPEStandard NonelectricBack InPavedSlight48 ft8 🐾
010ASPEStandard NonelectricBack InPavedSlight43 ft8 🐾
011ASPEStandard NonelectricBack InPavedSlight44 ft8 🐾
012ASPEStandard NonelectricBack InPaved—25 ft8 🐾
013ASPEStandard NonelectricBack InPaved—45 ft8 🐾
014ASPEStandard NonelectricBack InPaved—55 ft8 🐾
015ASPEStandard NonelectricBack InPaved—48 ft8 🐾
016ASPEStandard NonelectricBack InPaved—60 ft8 🐾
017ASPEStandard NonelectricBack InPaved—60 ft8 🐾
018ASPEStandard NonelectricBack InPaved—46 ft8 🐾
019ASPEStandard NonelectricBack InPaved—54 ft8 🐾
020ASPEStandard NonelectricBack InPaved—52 ft8 🐾
021ASPEStandard NonelectricBack InPaved—48 ft8 🐾
022ASPEStandard NonelectricBack InPaved—60 ft8 🐾
023ASPEStandard NonelectricBack InPavedSlight45 ft8 🐾
024ASPEStandard NonelectricBack InPavedSlight50 ft8 🐾
025ASPEStandard NonelectricBack InPavedSlight45 ft8 🐾
026ASPEStandard NonelectricBack InPavedSlight45 ft8 🐾
027ASPEStandard NonelectricBack InPavedSlight43 ft8 🐾
028-HOST SITEASPEStandard NonelectricBack InPavedSlight56 ft8 🐾
029ASPEStandard NonelectricBack InPavedSlight55 ft8 🐾
030 - HOST SITEASPEStandard NonelectricBack InPavedSlight44 ft8 🐾
031ASPEStandard NonelectricBack InPavedSlight53 ft8 🐾
032ASPEStandard NonelectricBack InPavedSlight48 ft8 🐾
033ASPEStandard NonelectricBack InPavedSlight50 ft8 🐾
034ASPEStandard NonelectricBack InPaved—45 ft8 🐾
035ASPEStandard NonelectricBack InPavedSevere45 ft8 🐾
036ASPEStandard NonelectricBack InPaved—51 ft8 🐾
037ASPEStandard NonelectricBack InPaved—44 ft8 🐾
038ASPEStandard NonelectricBack InPaved—47 ft8 🐾
039ASPEStandard NonelectricBack InPaved—54 ft8 🐾
040ASPEStandard NonelectricBack InPaved—51 ft8 🐾
041ASPEStandard NonelectricBack InPaved—42 ft8 🐾
042ASPEStandard NonelectricBack InPaved—51 ft8 🐾
043ASPEStandard NonelectricBack InPaved—55 ft8 🐾
044ASPEStandard NonelectricBack InPaved—47 ft8 🐾
045ASPEStandard NonelectricBack InPaved—54 ft8 🐾
046ASPEStandard NonelectricBack InPaved—54 ft8 🐾
047ASPEStandard NonelectricBack InPaved—51 ft8 🐾
048ASPEStandard NonelectricBack InPaved—40 ft8 🐾
049ASPEStandard NonelectricBack InPaved—51 ft8 🐾
050ASPEStandard NonelectricBack InPaved—60 ft8 🐾
051ASPEStandard NonelectricBack InPaved—60 ft8 🐾
052ASPEStandard NonelectricBack InPaved—63 ft8 🐾
053ASPEStandard NonelectricBack InPaved—42 ft8 🐾
054ASPEStandard NonelectricBack InPaved—42 ft8 🐾
055ASPEStandard NonelectricBack InPaved—36 ft8 🐾
056ASPEStandard NonelectricBack InPaved—60 ft8 🐾
057ASPEStandard NonelectricBack InPaved—60 ft8 🐾
058ASPEStandard NonelectricBack InPaved—63 ft8 🐾
059ASPEStandard NonelectricBack InPaved—60 ft8 🐾
060ASPEStandard NonelectricBack InPaved—57 ft8 🐾
061ASPEStandard NonelectricBack InPaved—60 ft8 🐾
062ASPEStandard NonelectricBack InPaved—60 ft8 🐾
064ASPEStandard NonelectricBack InPaved—57 ft8 🐾
065ASPEStandard NonelectricBack InPaved—69 ft8 🐾
066ASPEStandard NonelectricBack InPaved—69 ft8 🐾
067ASPEStandard NonelectricBack InPaved—69 ft8 🐾
068ASPEStandard NonelectricBack InPaved—69 ft8 🐾
070ASPEStandard NonelectricBack InPaved—69 ft8 🐾
071ASPEStandard NonelectricBack InPaved—48 ft8 🐾
072ASPEStandard NonelectricBack InPaved—45 ft8 🐾
073ASPEStandard NonelectricBack InPaved—66 ft8 🐾
074ASPEStandard NonelectricBack InPaved—57 ft8 🐾
075ASPEStandard NonelectricBack InPaved—60 ft8 🐾
076ASPEStandard NonelectricBack InPaved—48 ft8 🐾
077ASPEStandard NonelectricBack InPaved—51 ft8 🐾
078ASPEStandard NonelectricBack InPaved—45 ft8 🐾
079ASPEStandard NonelectricBack InPaved—51 ft8 🐾
080ASPEStandard NonelectricBack InPaved—51 ft8 🐾
081ASPEStandard NonelectricBack InPaved—48 ft8 🐾
082ASPEStandard NonelectricBack InPaved—51 ft8 🐾
083ASPEStandard NonelectricBack InPaved—69 ft8 🐾
084ASPEStandard NonelectricBack InPaved—42 ft8 🐾
085ASPEStandard NonelectricBack InPaved—69 ft8 🐾
086ASPEStandard NonelectricBack InPaved—40 ft8 🐾
087ASPEStandard NonelectricBack InPaved—57 ft8 🐾
088ASPEStandard NonelectricBack InPaved—48 ft8 🐾
089ASPEStandard NonelectricBack InPaved—48 ft8 🐾
090ASPEStandard NonelectricBack InPaved—69 ft8 🐾
091ASPEStandard NonelectricBack InPaved—48 ft8 🐾
092ASPEStandard NonelectricBack InPaved—48 ft8 🐾
093ASPEStandard NonelectricBack InPaved—48 ft8 🐾
094ASPEStandard NonelectricBack InPaved—45 ft8 🐾
095ASPEStandard NonelectricBack InPaved—45 ft8 🐾
096ASPEStandard NonelectricBack InPaved—42 ft8 🐾
097ASPEStandard NonelectricBack InPaved—40 ft8 🐾
098ASPEStandard NonelectricBack InPaved—45 ft8 🐾
099ASPEStandard NonelectricBack InPaved—42 ft8 🐾
100ASPEStandard NonelectricBack InPaved—45 ft8 🐾
101ASPEStandard NonelectricBack InPaved—42 ft8 🐾
102ASPEStandard NonelectricBack InPaved—45 ft8 🐾
103ASPEStandard NonelectricBack InPaved—48 ft8 🐾
104ASPEStandard NonelectricBack InPaved—48 ft8 🐾
105ASPEStandard NonelectricBack InPaved—48 ft8 🐾
106ASPEStandard NonelectricBack InPaved—45 ft8 🐾
107ASPEStandard NonelectricBack InPaved—45 ft8 🐾
108ASPEStandard NonelectricBack InPaved—39 ft8 🐾
109ASPEStandard NonelectricBack InPaved—45 ft8 🐾
110ASPEStandard NonelectricBack InPaved—42 ft8 🐾
111ASPEStandard NonelectricBack InPaved—45 ft8 🐾
112ASPEStandard NonelectricBack InPaved—42 ft8 🐾
113ASPEStandard NonelectricBack InPaved—42 ft8 🐾
114ASPEStandard NonelectricBack InPaved—48 ft8 🐾
115ASPEStandard NonelectricBack InPaved—42 ft8 🐾
116ASPEStandard NonelectricBack InPaved—45 ft8 🐾
117ASPEStandard NonelectricBack InPaved—48 ft8 🐾
118ASPEStandard NonelectricBack InPaved—42 ft8 🐾
119ASPEStandard NonelectricBack InGravel—45 ft8 🐾
120 ASPEStandard NonelectricBack InPaved—69 ft8 🐾
121 ASPEStandard NonelectricBack InPaved—69 ft8 🐾
122 ASPEStandard NonelectricBack InPaved—69 ft8 🐾
123 ASPEStandard NonelectricBack InPaved—69 ft8 🐾
124ASPEStandard NonelectricBack InPaved—69 ft8 🐾
125 ASPEStandard NonelectricBack InPaved—69 ft8 🐾
126ASPEStandard NonelectricBack InPaved—69 ft8 🐾
127ASPEStandard NonelectricBack InPaved—69 ft8 🐾
128ASPEStandard NonelectricBack InPaved—69 ft8 🐾
129ASPEStandard NonelectricBack InPaved—69 ft8 🐾
130ASPEStandard NonelectricBack InPaved—69 ft8 🐾
131ASPEStandard NonelectricBack InPaved—69 ft8 🐾
132ASPEStandard NonelectricBack InPaved—69 ft8 🐾
133ASPEStandard NonelectricBack InPaved—69 ft8 🐾
134ASPEStandard NonelectricBack InPaved—69 ft8 🐾
135ASPEStandard NonelectricBack InPaved—69 ft8 🐾
136ASPEStandard NonelectricBack InPaved—69 ft8 🐾
XXXASPEN (AZ)ManagementBack InGravel—45 ft8
001MANAGEMENT SITESManagement—————
002MANAGEMENT SITESManagement—————
0063MANAGEMENT SITESManagement—————

Getting there

From Payson, take Highway 260 northeast toward Heber. Take a left at the sign for Woods Canyon Lake (Rim Road/Forest Road 300). Follow for about 5 miles and turn right onto the paved road at the sign toward Woods Canyon Lake (there is no road sign). Aspen Campground is about 1 mile down the road on the left.

34.32667, -110.94583 · 34°19'36.0"N 110°56'45.0"W

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Typical weather

JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDec
High °F————————————
Low °F————————————
Precip in4.95.13.61.40.90.33.13.82.21.82.74.6

1991–2020 averages from the nearest NOAA station, 4.7 mi away — not measured at the facility itself, and elevation can make a real difference over that distance.

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Aspen water pump next to trees.
Photo: Conservation Legacy · Recreation.gov

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Common questions about Aspen (Az)

Can you reserve a site at Aspen (Az)?
Yes, Aspen (Az) is reservable through Recreation.gov.
How many campsites does Aspen (Az) have?
136 sites in total, of which 132 can be booked.
What is the maximum RV length at Aspen (Az)?
69 ft. That is the longest vehicle the sites here are recorded as taking; individual sites may be shorter.
Are pets allowed at Aspen (Az)?
Yes, pets are allowed at Aspen (Az).
Does Aspen (Az) have hookups?
No hookups are recorded here.
Are campfires allowed at Aspen (Az)?
Campfires are allowed at Aspen (Az). Check for a current fire restriction before you go.

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Aspen (Az) also appears in other federal recreation data. Facts below are matched by name and location, not confirmed by Aspen (Az)'s operator.

USDA Forest Service — data as of Aug 24, 2026

  • Non-electrical site $34.00 per night. $12.00 extra vehicle charge payable upon arrival. Each site fee accommodates one vehicle and eight people. This site does not accept credit cards. Cash or check only.

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Recreation.gov last updated this record on 2026-07-24.

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