Outdoor Recreation

In the geographic center of Arizona lies the “Rim Country”, so named by the overwhelming presence of the Mogollon Rim. The Rim rests 7,000 feet above sea level and presents a dramatic drop of over 2,000 feet to the communities below. It is covered in forest and grass land, and has been the home to Native Americans, cowboys, ranchers, farmers, hunters, fishermen, and nature lovers for centuries. It is a land of extreme beauty, natural elements, and historical significance. 

Adventurous visitors and residents alike will find themselves in awe of the wide array of outdoor recreational opportunities in Payson and the surrounding areas. Including – hiking, fishing, paddle-boarding and lake exploring, bird watching, star gazing, wildlife photographing, and more!

Come adventure and learn more at Adventure Payson!

Golf in the Pines

Payson Golf Club (Public) Chaparral Pines (Private) The Rim Club (Private)

Sight Seeing

The Mogollon Rim is a rugged escarpment that forms the southern limit of the Colorado Plateau. It extends across the entire forest and provides excellent views of both the Plateau Country and Desert Canyon Country. Dropping as much as 2,000 feet in certain areas, the Rim provides some of the most far-reaching scenery in Arizona. Views stretch from its rocky precipice to Four Peaks of the Mazatzals northeast of Phoenix. 

For more information on sight seeing and adventuring The Rim,
visit Adventure Payson!