Spillway Campground, Payson, AZ

Spillway Campground is located in the Black Mesa Ranger District, Apache-Sitgreaves National Forests (2 hrs 19 min northeast of Scottsdale, AZ) with an elevation of 7,519 feet. There are a total of 24 campsites. The campground is normally open from mid May to mid October. Sites can accommodate RVs and trailers between 23 and 99 feet. All sites are currently reservable. Reservations can be booked up to 6 months in advance. Fees range from $34.00 to $185.00. Some amenities include amphitheater. Activities include boating, fishing, hiking trails, floating sports.

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(928) 535-9859 (Information)
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$34 - $185

Campsite Reviews (155)

4.6 out of 5

5 star		72%
4 star		18%
3 star		5%
2 star		3%
1 star		1%

@RobertM1452522 · Camped on Oct 3, 2024 at Campsite #7

Awesome campground I've been there multiple times, the camp host were fantastic very kind and helpful. The bathrooms are very very clean

@amyk3881819 · Camped on Sep 27, 2024 at Campsite #11

The camp host was very pleasant, and kept the bathrooms really clean. Wow! Also, our campsite was one of the cleanest National Forest ones we have come across so far. We were impressed. The proximity to the lake is great. We were in campsite 11, across feom the bathrooms that dont seem to be shown on the map. BUT, the site backs up to a gradual hill with no other campers on that side. The campground is heavily used on weekends, and some fellow campers don't seem to understand that there might be other people wanting to enjoy nature. We will come back again for a midweek and quieter experience.

@DorothyGBFA082 · Camped on Sep 23, 2024 at Campsite #13

good weather but had a little problem with mice. Ron and Mary( hosts)very nice nd helpful.

@KristinK721393 · Camped on Sep 22, 2024 at Campsite #5

There were two different host there. Both were very engaged and helpful and kind. Unfortunately we had to leave early as my camping partner had an emergency appendectomy attach while we were there!

@KampornKE30B43 · Camped on Sep 8, 2024 at Campsite #6

One of the most beautiful lakes we camped in AZ.

@LindaS8448936 · Camped on Aug 18, 2024 at Campsite #13

Good spot unless it rains. The hill next to it drains through camp site. Filled up the fire pot and made a muddy mess. Hosts were good. They did good with keeping it clean. Friendly too. Still too many dogs. Sounded like an animal shelter. Only saw "2" people who picked up their poop. Most dogs off leashes around campground and lake trail. Its just a matter of time efore something happens. Maybe I am too good. I like everyone to follow the rules and show some common courtesy. I would revisit same site during dryer times.

@SusanS9297654 · Camped on Aug 4, 2024 at Campsite #24

Campground host was not very attentive they didn't even check us in. Mary who works for them Mon & toe checked us out the second day & was busy cleaning up the bathrooms & camping spots. She said they don't clean & leave the stuff for her to do when she is filling in. We have camped here before & the spot was nice & we had our own bathroom. I would check out the host as they suck.

@DonnaW8278919 · Camped on Jul 28, 2024 at Campsite #21

Love this campground. Is usually full as it is small. Restrooms are clean,

@LindaS8448936 · Camped on Jul 24, 2024 at Campsite #16

The location is great. Close to the lake and a 1/4 walk to the store. The campground does not have paved road or paved parking in campsite. It can get really muddy during a storm. The hosts are friendly and kept the outhouses clean. The "CON" of the campground is dogs. There are a lot of dogs that have irresponsible parents. There were approximately 20 dogs, during my stay, for the 25 campsites. I did not see anyone picking up after their dogs. So, always look where you walk. Also, half of the pooch parents are letting them run. Chasing squirrels and whatever else was running. There was plenty of barking too. I have been camping in this campground for almost 30 years. It is getting bad with the number of dogs and inconsideration from their owners. I love doggies, but I don't love the nuisance from all of this. If the dog population does not bother you, it is great place to bring the kids to be able to hike down to the water and do some fishing or kayaking. It makes it nice that you don't have to drive and find a parking space near the lake.

@MaxBE7FB6DBDE7 · Camped on Jul 16, 2024 at Campsite #20

Host are great folks. Enjoyed our stay during our trip no issues bathroom are kept clean.

@Catherine97571 · Camped on Jul 11, 2024 at Campsite #16

Doug and Donna were the greatest camp hosts Ive ever had! They were friendly and helpful and went above and beyond to make my stay really comfortable. The lake is spectacular. Bald eagles, shooting stars. Amazing spot!

@Christine33606 · Camped on Jul 10, 2024 at Campsite #3

Beautiful location, right on the lake Campsites can be dusty, but thats just AZ. Bathrooms are pretty gross, but again, youre campingso..We would definitely go again. We enjoyed it overall!

@StefanieM4EAF9 · Camped on Jul 7, 2024 at Campsite #18

Love the little campground with close proximity to the lake! We felt very comfortable leaving our kayaks down by the lake at night. Everything was clean and well kept! Camp host very friendly!

@HaileBA889B46A · Camped on Jul 4, 2024 at Campsite #4

Camp hosts are FANTASTIC. Site was super clean and bigger than expected. Would and have recommended this spot, will def be revisiting.

@CindyG2775357 · Camped on Jul 3, 2024 at Campsite #19

The water coming out of the "drinking water" taps was brown and we didn't feel safe using it for even washing, so we had to keep buying water at the store. Sad that nothing was posted about it anywhere in the campground. The hosts were excellent and quiet time did happen at 10 pm which we appreciated.

@SuzanneK737282 · Camped on Jun 26, 2024 at Campsite #22

Hosts were great. But...the heavy equipment woek being done in the campground area was horrible. Waking up at 530 am to thr beeping of the dump truck and other heavy equipment was not pleasant or restful. THERE SHOULD have been information posted regarding the work being done in the woods canyon area.

@CletoAC898FF1F · Camped on Jun 17, 2024 at Campsite #8

Nice location

@ScottD5141264 · Camped on Jun 16, 2024 at Campsite #19

Always a great experience as I have been there several times and most recently with family. It has now become an annual outing. I really appreciate the cleanliness of the restrooms.

@VictorR7240160 · Camped on Jun 11, 2024 at Campsite #21

Wonderful spot. Had a view of the lake. Easy to walk to lake to go fishing. Very quit and clean. We will be back.

@jonC3773603 · Camped on Jun 3, 2024 at Campsite #9

My family has been coming to Spillway for decades! We love it! Getting a reservation is difficult, as it seems wealthier folks reserve large blocks of campsites and dates. I scavenge the website and pick up the one and two-day leftovers. That said, we always enjoy our Spillway campouts.

@HubertS9B6CDD5 · Camped on Jun 2, 2024 at Campsite #14

My wife and I love spending time at Woods Canyon Lake! The drive is beautiful. The area is wonderful. The lake is incredible. The wildlife is abundant. The camping is fantastic! The only thing we didn't like this time was that the road around the Spillway campground is no longer paved. This causes a great deal of dust to kick up, when vehicles drive around the camp ground. Other than that, we had an incredible experience. You can see highlights from our experience in this short video:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pQ2EwbMR40U

@WilliamW688008 · Camped on May 28, 2024 at Campsite #3

Great campsite for family getaway.

@SherriJB673E6A · Camped on May 22, 2024 at Campsite #24

Never a bad experience! Best campsites on woods canyon! Lake sites are surreal! But all sites are great too! Close proximity to trails and lake from all campsites! Camp hosts are Awsome! Keep things clean and arent in your business! But weve always had great camp hosts and weve been coming here for 20 plus years now! They need to rope off past day use tho to keep traffic down from outside! Love this campground for sure!!!

@ReneeHF273C8AD · Camped on May 19, 2024 at Campsite #19

Had a great time camping. Hosts were nice as well as the fill in host.

@Sandrar3093215 · Camped on May 19, 2024 at Campsite #22

Was a very nice campsite and lake was beautiful. Clean campsite too. We will definitely be back!

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