Flowing Springs Campground
Flowing Springs Road offers primitive camping areas but closer to the river, camping sites are prohibited. Easy access to the East Verde River for birding, fishing, water play, and picnicking is provided at two parking areas one of which has a pit toilet.
This is a day use only site.
Site Information
Region: North Central
County: Gila
Directions: From Payson, continue north on Hwy 87 about 3.5 miles from town. Turn north on Flowing Spring Road.
Latitude: 34.30302
Longitude: -111.35237
Operational Hours: Open all year, 24 hours a day
Admission or Fees: None
Best time to visit: Year round
Habitats: Pinyon-juniper Forest, Stream or river
Know Before You Go
From either parking lot to the river is an easy, short walk but is not wheelchair accessible.
Safety First! Arizona has many beautiful places to explore and we’d like to help you make it a safe and enjoyable experience. Check out our recommendations for hiking precautions.
Species Highlights
Speciality: Acorn Woodpecker, Broad-billed Hummingbird, Hepatic Tanager, Hooded Oriole, Mexican Jay, Zone-tailed Hawk
Charismatic: Summer Tanager
Contact Information
USDA
Tonto National Forest Payson Ranger District
1009 E. Hwy 260
Payson, AZ 85541
Phone: 928-474-7900
Website: https://www.fs.usda.gov/detail/tonto/recreation/?cid=stelprdb5315475
Email: SM.FS.TontoWebmail@usda.gov
Additional Resources
Learn more about birds reported at this location at eBird:
https://ebird.org/hotspot/L3437842
Additional Resources:
Check the Tonto National Forest website for closures and fire restrictions.
