Arizona · Camping

Rim Cg

Apr–Oct
best months

Is Rim Cg open right now?

Closure in the area

There's a closure order in Payson Ranger District. It doesn't name Rim Cg, so check the source for the area it covers.

As of · Source: USFS · Payson Ranger District. Agencies don't list every closure — check before you go.

  • At 7,555 ft
  • Payson Ranger DistrictTonto National Forest

Rim Campground is situated close to the edge of the Mogollon Rim. Spectacular 100-mile views are seen from many vantage points along the rim. Natural Features:Rim Campground is surrounded by ponderosa pines and located in an area that is relatively flat. The area is frequented by deer and elk but visitors occasionally catch a glimpse of black bear. Recreation: Fishing and boating are available at Woods Canyon Lake which is approximately 3 miles from the campground.Facilities: Rim Campground has 26 sites (of which sites 14 through 26 are available for advanced reservation). All sites provide approximately 40 feet ofparallel parking (no spurs). Sites can accommodate tents as well as pop-up campers and short trailers and motorhomes. There are two loops which have 13 sites per loop. Each campsite offers a campfire ring with grill and picnic table. Additional amenities include accessible vault toilets, drinking water and trash service. A camp host is available at the site. Nearby Attractions:Groceries are available at the Marina Store at Woods Canyon Lakes which is approximately three miles from the campground. The store also offers camping and fishing equipment, state fishing licenses, and boat and kayak rentals. Woods Canyon Lake is one ofArizona ' s premier trout fisheries.

  • Best time to go · Apr–Oct

    Best time to visit Rim Cg

    Best months: April–October. Best months have typical highs of 55–85 °F, lows of 30 °F or warmer (32 °F where the station doesn't record snow), at most one snowy day and no more than 12 wet days.

    1. Jan

      46° / 20°

    2. Feb

      50° / 23°

    3. Mar

      57° / 28°

    4. Apr

      64° / 32°

    5. May

      71° / 39°

    6. Jun

      82° / 48°

    7. Jul

      83° / 56°

    8. Aug

      81° / 55°

    9. Sep

      75° / 47°

    10. Oct

      67° / 36°

    11. Nov

      55° / 27°

    12. Dec

      46° / 20°

    Typical high / low (°F) and days with rain or snow, 1991–2020. Measured at Heber (Black Mesa) Rs, AZ, 20.9 mi away at 6,590 ft. The station sits about 1,000 ft lower than this place, so expect it a little cooler here. This station doesn't record snowfall. Source: NOAA NCEI U.S. Climate Normals 1991–2020.

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