| Payson is the "Heart of Arizona." Visitors who arrive at this north-central Arizona town during any of the area's four distinct seasons will find a multitude of choices for outdoor recreation from hiking, fishing, hunting, and camping to exploring wilderness areasPayson, Arizona also offers a wide variety of trails for hiking, mountain biking or riding horses. National and state recreation areas offer scenic drives, prospecting opportunities, lakes, and parks. Within easy distance of the Payson area, the Tonto National Forest provides nearly 900 miles of National Forest System Trails for hikers, bikers, and equestrians to relish the glories of nature.Do you like geocaching? Payson, Arizona offers over 1,400 opportunities for geocaching. When you visit Payson, be sure to bring your GPS and look for geocaches near Payson.Payson, Arizona visitors may choose any one of 600 rooms for their accommodations unless they prefer tent or RV camping at one of the comfortable facilities located near town. Payson, Arizona welcomes all visitors with its western charm and flavor. |