Join us for a Spring Fling Camp-out for Club Members and Friends!
Although we are disappointed that the 2021 Arizona IH Rendezvous was cancelled due to COVID-19 restrictions at Recreation.gov group sites, the SDS board was able to secure a lower-capacity reservation at our original AZIHR location and weekend.
Houston Mesa Campground, Payson, Arizona
Fox 1 Group Campsite
April 30 - May 2, 2021
On-site camping and RV parking is available for the first 50 registered participants.
If participants would like to stay off-site, they are still welcome to join the club for daytime activities.
Although we are disappointed that the 2021 Arizona IH Rendezvous was cancelled due to COVID-19 restrictions at Recreation.gov group sites, the SDS board was able to secure a lower-capacity reservation at our original AZIHR location and weekend.
Houston Mesa Campground, Payson, Arizona
Fox 1 Group Campsite
April 30 - May 2, 2021
On-site camping and RV parking is available for the first 50 registered participants.
If participants would like to stay off-site, they are still welcome to join the club for daytime activities.
Campsite Reservations and T-Shirts
Registration is Required to stay on-site due to limited capacity
Add your Campsite Registration below, then select the "Cart" button above to checkout.
The campground is at limited capacity, and we can host up to 50 people at the Fox 1 Group Campsite.
Campground signup is required. First come, first served.
While the event if free, donations of $10 per person are welcomed to cover the cost of the weekend.
Tents, Trailers and RVs are welcome. There are no electric or water hookups, but well water is available to pump on-site.
Hotel accommodations and various amenities are a short drive away in the town of Payson.
Payments Accepted: Visa, Mastercard, Discover, AMEX
Refunds are subject to a $10 processing fee
Registration is Required to stay on-site due to limited capacity
Add your Campsite Registration below, then select the "Cart" button above to checkout.
The campground is at limited capacity, and we can host up to 50 people at the Fox 1 Group Campsite.
Campground signup is required. First come, first served.
While the event if free, donations of $10 per person are welcomed to cover the cost of the weekend.
Tents, Trailers and RVs are welcome. There are no electric or water hookups, but well water is available to pump on-site.
Hotel accommodations and various amenities are a short drive away in the town of Payson.
Payments Accepted: Visa, Mastercard, Discover, AMEX
Refunds are subject to a $10 processing fee
Activities
(subject to change)
Friday, April 30
Caravan Start from Ft. McDowell Casino to Payson - 11AM
Campground Open - 2pm
Saturday, May 1
Trail Run (Pyeatt Draw, Tonto Creek Fish Hatchery, Haigler Creek) - 9am
Club-Sponsored BBQ Dinner - 6pm
Sunday, May 2
TBD - trail runs for those interested
(subject to change)
Friday, April 30
Caravan Start from Ft. McDowell Casino to Payson - 11AM
Campground Open - 2pm
Saturday, May 1
Trail Run (Pyeatt Draw, Tonto Creek Fish Hatchery, Haigler Creek) - 9am
Club-Sponsored BBQ Dinner - 6pm
Sunday, May 2
TBD - trail runs for those interested
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Houston Mesa Campground
Houston Mesa Campground is located in the forested northern section of Tonto National Forest, just one mile north of Payson, Arizona and less than two hours from Phoenix.
The campground is located at an elevation of 5,200 ft. in a mixed forest and shrub area, with spacious campsites offering both sun and shade. Springtime is pleasant with highs in the 70s and cool nighttime temperatures, Hawks, eagles, javelina, deer, fox, skunk and coyote live in the area.
Sonora Desert Scouts has reserved the Fox 1 group campsite for the weekend at a limited capacity of 50 people
On-Site Camping/RV
On-site camping and RV is available for a suggested donation of $10 per person.
Camp fee can be paid to Sonora Desert Scouts on-site at the event or online.
Campground Amenities:
Campfire Rings, Drinking Water, Dump Station,, Firewood, Flush Toilets, Grills, Hiking, Pets Allowed, Picnic Tables, Showers
No RV hookups are available on-site.
Other Accomodations
Hotel Accommodations are available in Payson, AZ, one mile from the campsite.
Area Activities
Campers who make the quick trip to the town of Payson, one mile south, will find restaurants, shopping and other conveniences. Scenic driving and outdoor recreation abound in the surrounding Tonto National Forest, which embraces almost 3 million acres of rugged and spectacularly beautiful country, ranging from saguaro cactus-studded desert to pine-forested mountains beneath the Mogollon Rim.
Houston Mesa Campground is located in the forested northern section of Tonto National Forest, just one mile north of Payson, Arizona and less than two hours from Phoenix.
The campground is located at an elevation of 5,200 ft. in a mixed forest and shrub area, with spacious campsites offering both sun and shade. Springtime is pleasant with highs in the 70s and cool nighttime temperatures, Hawks, eagles, javelina, deer, fox, skunk and coyote live in the area.
Sonora Desert Scouts has reserved the Fox 1 group campsite for the weekend at a limited capacity of 50 people
On-Site Camping/RV
On-site camping and RV is available for a suggested donation of $10 per person.
Camp fee can be paid to Sonora Desert Scouts on-site at the event or online.
Campground Amenities:
Campfire Rings, Drinking Water, Dump Station,, Firewood, Flush Toilets, Grills, Hiking, Pets Allowed, Picnic Tables, Showers
No RV hookups are available on-site.
Other Accomodations
Hotel Accommodations are available in Payson, AZ, one mile from the campsite.
Area Activities
Campers who make the quick trip to the town of Payson, one mile south, will find restaurants, shopping and other conveniences. Scenic driving and outdoor recreation abound in the surrounding Tonto National Forest, which embraces almost 3 million acres of rugged and spectacularly beautiful country, ranging from saguaro cactus-studded desert to pine-forested mountains beneath the Mogollon Rim.
Directions
Directions Coming From:
The North
From Flagstaff, take Lake Mary Road south to Highway 87. Take 87/260 South into Payson. At the junction of Highway 87 (Beeline Highway) and Forest Road 199 (Houston Mesa Road), turn left (east) onto Forest Road 199 for .10 miles. Take a right to head toward the Fox 1 and Fox 2 group campgrounds on the south side of Houston Mesa Road.
The South
From Phoenix, take highway 87 North to Payson. From Payson, Arizona, go north for 1 mile to the junction of Highway 87 (Beeline Highway) and Forest Road 199 (Houston Mesa Road). Turn right (east) onto Forest Road 199 for .10 miles. Take a right to head toward the Fox 1 and Fox 2 group campgrounds on the south side of Houston Mesa Road.
The West
From Camp Verde, take AZ-260 West then AZ-87 South to Payson. At the junction of Highway 87 (Beeline Highway) and Forest Road 199 (Houston Mesa Road), turn left (east) onto Forest Road 199 for .10 miles. Take a right to head toward the Fox 1 and Fox 2 group campgrounds on the south side of Houston Mesa Road.
The East
From Show Low, take AZ-260 West to Payson, and take a right on Highway 87. Go north for 1 mile to the junction of Highway 87 (Beeline Highway) and Forest Road 199 (Houston Mesa Road). Turn right (east) onto Forest Road 199 for .10 miles. Take a right to head toward the Fox 1 and Fox 2 group campgrounds on the south side of Houston Mesa Road.
Directions Coming From:
The North
From Flagstaff, take Lake Mary Road south to Highway 87. Take 87/260 South into Payson. At the junction of Highway 87 (Beeline Highway) and Forest Road 199 (Houston Mesa Road), turn left (east) onto Forest Road 199 for .10 miles. Take a right to head toward the Fox 1 and Fox 2 group campgrounds on the south side of Houston Mesa Road.
The South
From Phoenix, take highway 87 North to Payson. From Payson, Arizona, go north for 1 mile to the junction of Highway 87 (Beeline Highway) and Forest Road 199 (Houston Mesa Road). Turn right (east) onto Forest Road 199 for .10 miles. Take a right to head toward the Fox 1 and Fox 2 group campgrounds on the south side of Houston Mesa Road.
The West
From Camp Verde, take AZ-260 West then AZ-87 South to Payson. At the junction of Highway 87 (Beeline Highway) and Forest Road 199 (Houston Mesa Road), turn left (east) onto Forest Road 199 for .10 miles. Take a right to head toward the Fox 1 and Fox 2 group campgrounds on the south side of Houston Mesa Road.
The East
From Show Low, take AZ-260 West to Payson, and take a right on Highway 87. Go north for 1 mile to the junction of Highway 87 (Beeline Highway) and Forest Road 199 (Houston Mesa Road). Turn right (east) onto Forest Road 199 for .10 miles. Take a right to head toward the Fox 1 and Fox 2 group campgrounds on the south side of Houston Mesa Road.