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About Ponderosa (AZ)
Seasonal information
2026 Season availability
Campground Amenities
Most popular amenities
Picnic Table
Restrooms
Fire Pit
Site Setup and Access
- Shaded Site
Water and Hygiene
- Restrooms
Cooking and Fire
- Picnic Table
- Fire Pit
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Reviews (515)
What Guests Are Saying
Ponderosa Campground offers spacious, clean sites with helpful camp hosts and well-maintained facilities, making it a pleasant camping experience. Many visitors appreciate the peaceful environment, despite some noise from the nearby highway. While some sites may be challenging for larger trailers and have limited shade due to recent tree thinning, the overall positive atmosphere and convenience to town make it a favored destination for campers.
What Guests Are Saying
Ponderosa Campground offers spacious, clean sites with helpful camp hosts and well-maintained facilities, making it a pleasant camping experience. Many visitors appreciate the peaceful environment, despite some noise from the nearby highway. While some sites may be challenging for larger trailers and have limited shade due to recent tree thinning, the overall positive atmosphere and convenience to town make it a favored destination for campers.
Review Summary
Mary B
VerifiedOctober 15, 2021 • Stayed at: D-02, Loop: DLOO
We stayed in site D2 from 10/10-10/15 with our grandkids. The campsite was very clean and well maintained. The vault toilets were very clean and well stocked with toilet paper. Our camp host Beth was very friendly and made sure we were well taken care of. She kept us informed of some crazy weather coming our way as well. We had a big windstorm while we were there and it blew down branches and trashed the roads. Beth worked tirelessly blowing off the roads so the campground looked nice and the roads were clear of hazards. This campground is set in the pines with tons of trees and huge campsites far away from each other. There was plenty of room for the kids to explore and be kids. It feels like you are really out in the forest. We will definitely return.
Carlos L
VerifiedOctober 15, 2021 • Stayed at: A-20, Loop: ALOO
Beth there is phenomenal. Vigilant, sociable, attentive, caring and respectful. The visit was great and she made it better.
Mary B
VerifiedOctober 15, 2021 • Stayed at: D-02, Loop: DLOO
We stayed in site D2 from 10/10-10/15 with our grandkids. The campsite was very clean and well maintained. The vault toilets were very clean and well stocked with toilet paper. Our camp host Beth was very friendly and made sure we were well taken care of. She kept us informed of some crazy weather coming our way as well. We had a big windstorm while we were there and it blew down branches and trashed the roads. Beth worked tirelessly blowing off the roads so the campground looked nice and the roads were clear of hazards. This campground is set in the pines with tons of trees and huge campsites far away from each other. There was plenty of room for the kids to explore and be kids. It feels like you are really out in the forest. We will definitely return.
Carlos L
VerifiedOctober 15, 2021 • Stayed at: A-20, Loop: ALOO
Beth there is phenomenal. Vigilant, sociable, attentive, caring and respectful. The visit was great and she made it better.
Janel M
VerifiedOctober 17, 2021 • Stayed at: B-01, Loop: BLOO
Our campsite had not been cleaned. No one ever checked us in properly, meaning we were never given a tag to put in our windshield. The one and only camp host told us that the new rules were that we could not burn any scrap wood such as 2 x 4 or any wood brought from home. However, there is nothing in writing stating that rule.
Janel M
VerifiedOctober 17, 2021 • Stayed at: B-01, Loop: BLOO
Our campsite had not been cleaned. No one ever checked us in properly, meaning we were never given a tag to put in our windshield. The one and only camp host told us that the new rules were that we could not burn any scrap wood such as 2 x 4 or any wood brought from home. However, there is nothing in writing stating that rule.
Rebecca O
VerifiedOctober 18, 2021 • Stayed at: A-09, Loop: ALOO
Thank you for an amazing weekend with family. Both camp hosts were so kind and amazing.
Rebecca O
VerifiedOctober 18, 2021 • Stayed at: A-09, Loop: ALOO
Thank you for an amazing weekend with family. Both camp hosts were so kind and amazing.
Judith D
VerifiedOctober 21, 2021 • Stayed at: C-04, Loop: CLOO
I love Ponderosa Campground. The staff is always friendly and helpful. The facilities are clean. There is a good education program.
William B
VerifiedOctober 21, 2021 • Stayed at: A-11, Loop: ALOO
Nice clean campground. Stayed in G-1 at back of campground bathroom clean too get plus.
Location & Directions for Ponderosa (AZ)
1009 East Highway 260, Payson, AZ 85541 United States
Elevation: 1,730 ft
Getting There
From Payson, Arizona, go east on State Route 260. The campground is located on the south side of 260. A campground sign is visible before the campground entrance.
Highway access
The campground is accessible via State Route 260, which runs east from Payson. No interstates or major highways are noted within 25 miles.
Policies & Rules
Arrival & departure
Check in time
2PM
Check out time
11AM
Cancellation policy
- Reservation fees are non-refundable. For campsites, cabins, lookouts, yurts, group sites, and similar stays, we charge a reservation service fee of $8.
- Standard cancellations usually have a $10 cancellation fee. Customers can generally cancel before the check-in date online.
- Late cancellation rules differ by stay type.
- Individual campsites: cancelling after 12:00am local time the day before arrival usually means a $10 cancellation fee plus forfeiting the first night's fee.
- Cabins, lookouts, and yurts: cancelling less than 14 days before arrival usually means a $10 cancellation fee plus forfeiting the first night's fee.
- One-night reservations: a late cancellation usually forfeits the full amount paid, up to the total original reservation cost.
- Modifications are allowed before the cut-off window, but fees depend on the change. Changing to dates completely outside the original reservation dates may trigger a $10 change fee. Extending or shortening a stay that still includes original dates usually has no change fee, though refunds may depend on timing and facility rules. Switching to the same type of campsite for the same dates usually has no change fee, but price differences are charged or refunded.
- Early departures may or may not be refunded. At certain facilities, partial refunds may be possible if staff can mark the site available for other visitors. No refund is given for a night if the early departure is requested after that day's check-out time.
- Security deposits are separate. Security deposits may be refunded to the original payment method if the facility is left in acceptable condition, as determined by the property.
Fees & deposits
- A charge of $8 per night applies for a second vehicle.
Utilities
- No hookups for electricity, water, or sewer are available at this campground.
- Dump and fill station services are not available at this campground.
Site types & loops
- First-come, first-served sites can be accessed with payment at an onsite fee machine.
- You must arrive in-person to check availability of first-come, first-served sites; availability is not guaranteed.
Fires & fuel
- Firewood cannot be purchased at the campground; bring your own.
Safety & rules
- Fireworks are not allowed on National Forest Land.
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Last updated: October 21, 2026
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