At the Ponderosa Campground outside of Payson, pine trees tower over campsites. The pines provide shade, privacy and a place to tie hammocks. Ground squirrels are particularly fond of their pine ...

Fossil Creek, Tonto Natural Bridge State Park and the lakes atop the Mogollon Rim are among the biggest draws for visitors to the Payson area. But it's hard to beat Houston Mesa Road, which ...

The Ponderosa Campground is 12 miles northeast of Payson. The Sharp Creek and Christopher Creek campgrounds are closed and campers have been evacuated, officials said. The Christopher Creek ...