About Ponderosa (AZ)
Number of accommodations: 37
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2026 Season availability
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Reviews (232)
What Guests Are Saying
Ponderosa Campground is praised for its cleanliness, friendly hosts, and spacious, well-maintained sites, making it a favorite for many campers. Families enjoyed the layout of Group Site E, and amenities like clean bathrooms and convenient trash disposal were highlighted positively. However, concerns were raised about tree removal plans affecting the campground's appeal and some noise disturbances from nearby highways and other campers.
What Guests Are Saying
Ponderosa Campground is praised for its cleanliness, friendly hosts, and spacious, well-maintained sites, making it a favorite for many campers. Families enjoyed the layout of Group Site E, and amenities like clean bathrooms and convenient trash disposal were highlighted positively. However, concerns were raised about tree removal plans affecting the campground's appeal and some noise disturbances from nearby highways and other campers.
Review Summary
Paul S
VerifiedSeptember 17, 2023 • Stayed at: D-08, Loop: DLOO
The camp host was ridiculous. We arrived, had our reservation and proceeded to our spot. Halfway to our spot she ran out of a restroom she was cleaning and began yelling at us that we were supposed to stop at her host rigfirst. It did not say that anywhere,and even if it did, she would not have been there! Condescending and rude!! Also the d7mp was “closed for true season” in August!!! Likely will not be back.
Ann M
VerifiedSeptember 13, 2023 • Stayed at: C-02, Loop: CLOO
The spots are nicely spread out so you don’t feel like you’re right on top of your neighbors. Our only issue was the bathrooms, they are just permanent port a potty’s. Very extremely smelly, no light, no sink. Everyone waited to use them until we were going to burst. Worth investing in a portable potty so we don’t have to use them next time.
Mark S
VerifiedSeptember 11, 2023 • Stayed at: D-11, Loop: DLOO
We have stayed at this park many times over the years; unfortunately, at each stay, we see the park in worse shape. I hope that this trend can be reversed because the location is beautiful, quiet and tranquil. On our last trip, the potable water fill and dump station were closed. The RV pads are getting smaller due to crumbling around the edges.
gabriel v
VerifiedAugust 20, 2023 • Stayed at: A-10, Loop: ALOO
It was a quiet time all around, generous plot for camping and a fire. It was also nice to have an animal proof locker at the site. The camp hosts were friendly and inviting. Will stay here again for sure.
Logan N
August 20, 2023
Plenty of trees and shade. Clean campsite with several flat areas for tents. Paved parking spot was a little narrow for our trailer. Several permapottys within short walking distance.
Rachel N
VerifiedAugust 17, 2023 • Stayed at: A-04, Loop: ALOO
Very quiet campground.
Ashley M
VerifiedJuly 24, 2023 • Stayed at: GR-E, Loop: ELOO
What a lovely campground, and the hosts were so friendly! I learned a lot about the area from them. Thank you for a lovely stay!
Alexis E
VerifiedJuly 19, 2023 • Stayed at: A-04, Loop: ALOO
Lady host was rude..
Timothy F
VerifiedJuly 18, 2023 • Stayed at: A-09, Loop: ALOO
The campground was beautiful and well kept. Upon entering you stop at the campground master site and let them know where your staying. When arriving to my spot it was clean. Only complaint is the Highway noise but that is unchangeable, at least it keeps the bears away.
Ricardo T
VerifiedJuly 9, 2023 • Stayed at: A-05, Loop: ALOO
Clean and shady
Location Ponderosa (AZ)
Address:
1009 East Highway 260
Payson, AZ, 85541
United States
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.
Latitude & Longitude: 34.2989 / -111.114
Elevation: 1730 feet
Policies & Rules
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| General |
Second vehicle charge of $8 per night is required. Fee can be bundled with online reservation or purchased on-site at fee machine. |
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There are no electricity, water or sewer site hookups. |
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First-come, first-served sites are available. Payment is done with onsite fee machine. |
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No firewood sales available at campground. Plan to purchase ahead of time. |
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No Dump or Fill Station Services. |
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For First-Come, First-Served 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. |
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Check in time is 2:00pm and check out time is 11:00am. Quiet Hours are from 10:00pm to 6:00am. |
| General |
Fireworks are always prohibited on National Forest Land. |
