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60 total sites
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Seasonal information
2026 Season availability
Open year round
This campground is open year round, providing flexibility for your stay.
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Most popular amenities
Equestrian-Friendly
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Water and Hygiene
- Potable Water
- Restrooms
Pets and Policies
- Equestrian-Friendly
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Reviews (784)
What Guests Are Saying
Houston Mesa campground offers a pleasant experience with spacious, well-maintained sites nestled among trees, providing a nice atmosphere for relaxation. Many reviewers appreciated the campground's cleanliness, helpful hosts, and convenient location near town amenities. However, some noted issues such as road noise, limited shade, and maintenance concerns with the bathrooms and showers, which could detract from the overall experience.
What Guests Are Saying
Houston Mesa campground offers a pleasant experience with spacious, well-maintained sites nestled among trees, providing a nice atmosphere for relaxation. Many reviewers appreciated the campground's cleanliness, helpful hosts, and convenient location near town amenities. However, some noted issues such as road noise, limited shade, and maintenance concerns with the bathrooms and showers, which could detract from the overall experience.
Review Summary
Michael C
VerifiedFebruary 20, 2021 • Stayed at: 047, Loop: BEAR
I had reserved a spot on the Bear Loop but because of the heavy snow the week before I was re-routed to the Elk Loop. No complaints! Very nice and accommodating Camp Hosts. Will return again.
Michael C
VerifiedFebruary 20, 2021 • Stayed at: 047, Loop: BEAR
I had reserved a spot on the Bear Loop but because of the heavy snow the week before I was re-routed to the Elk Loop. No complaints! Very nice and accommodating Camp Hosts. Will return again.
Willie H
VerifiedFebruary 22, 2021 • Stayed at: 065, Loop: MOUN
Great place for a peaceful camping with an enjoyable environment.
Darin L
VerifiedFebruary 22, 2021 • Stayed at: 077, Loop: MOUN
Campgrounds were clean and quiet. When our reserved site became unavailable because of tree damage, the camp hostess, Judy, called and personally worked with us to find another site. Greatly appreciated the effort!
Willie H
VerifiedFebruary 22, 2021 • Stayed at: 065, Loop: MOUN
Great place for a peaceful camping with an enjoyable environment.
Darin L
VerifiedFebruary 22, 2021 • Stayed at: 077, Loop: MOUN
Campgrounds were clean and quiet. When our reserved site became unavailable because of tree damage, the camp hostess, Judy, called and personally worked with us to find another site. Greatly appreciated the effort!
Erik c
VerifiedFebruary 25, 2021 • Stayed at: 041, Loop: BEAR
Trees were down on the site we had reserved but the site host called and let me know they had picked out another great site for us. We could not be happier with our experience, the bathrooms were clean and the staff were friendly and accommodating. A+
Erik c
VerifiedFebruary 25, 2021 • Stayed at: 041, Loop: BEAR
Trees were down on the site we had reserved but the site host called and let me know they had picked out another great site for us. We could not be happier with our experience, the bathrooms were clean and the staff were friendly and accommodating. A+
Sean E
VerifiedMarch 1, 2021 • Stayed at: 006, Loop: ELK
Perfect
Sean E
VerifiedMarch 1, 2021 • Stayed at: 006, Loop: ELK
Perfect
Location & Directions for Houston Mesa
2100 Houston Mesa Rd, Payson, AZ 85541 United States
Elevation: 1,546 ft
Getting There
From Payson, Arizona, go north for 1 mi to the junction of Highway 87 (Beeline Highway) and Forest Road 199 (Houston Mesa Road). Turn right (east) onto Forest Road 199 for .10 mi. The campground is on the north side of Houston Mesa Road.
Highway access
The campground is accessible via Highway 87 (Beeline Highway), which is located approximately 1 mile south of the junction with Houston Mesa Road.
Policies & Rules
Arrival & departure
Check in time
2PM
Check out time
11AM
General
- Extra vehicle charge of $8 per night is required. Fee can be bundled with online reservation or purchased on-site at fee machine.
- No firewood sales available at campground. Plan to purchase ahead of time.
- Fireworks are always prohibited on National Forest Land.
- For first come first serve sites, you must physically arrive at the campground to see if the campsite is available. There is no guarantee this site will be available to purchase upon your arrival.
- Campers who reserve sites 7 - 18 in Horse Camp (Mule Loop) are required to have horses or mules present. You do not need to have any to use sites 2 - 6 and 19 - 30
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Last updated: October 18, 2026
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