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🌲 Woods Canyon Lake – Fishing, Camping & Hiking on the Mogollon Rim (Near Payson, Arizona)

Looking for the perfect high-country escape near Payson, Arizona? Woods Canyon Lake is one of the most popular destinations on the Mogollon Rim, sitting at 7,510 feet elevation. With cooler summer temperatures, excellent trout fishing, lakeside camping, boat rentals, and scenic hiking trails, it’s a favorite getaway for both locals and Phoenix day-trippers.

🎣 Fishing at Woods Canyon Lake

55-acre stocked trout lake (Rainbow & Tiger Trout stocked April–September, plus holdover Brown Trout)

Best access to deep water via float tubes or electric trolling motor boats

Popular baits: worms, PowerBait, corn, salmon eggs

Lures & flies: spinners, spoons, Crickhoppers, Wooly Buggers, Elk Hair Caddis

🎯 Tip: Visit on weekdays or hike away from the main parking areas for quieter fishing spots.

🚤 Boating & Rentals

Electric motors only (kayaks, canoes, paddleboards, float tubes welcome)

Boat rentals available at Woods Canyon Lake Marina (kayaks, rowboats, & e-motor boats)

🏕️ Camping Options

Spillway Campground – 26 sites (smaller trailers up to 16 ft)
Aspen Campground – 136 sites (trailers up to 32 ft)
Book ahead — this is one of Arizona’s most popular summer campgrounds!

🥾 Hiking Trails

Woods Canyon Lake Trail – 5-mile loop around the shoreline

Easy, scenic, and great for wildlife watching

Regular sightings of bald eagles, ospreys, herons, deer, and elk

Dogs allowed (on leash)

🧺 Marina Store Amenities

Groceries, snacks, beer/wine, clothing

Fishing licenses, bait & tackle

Camping & boating supplies

Fun Fact: Woods Canyon Lake Store is the #1 seller of fishing licenses in Arizona — proof of how popular this lake is!

📍 Directions to Woods Canyon Lake from Payson

Take Highway 260 East for 29 miles, then turn left onto FR300 (Rim Road). Drive 3.5 miles, turn right onto Woods Canyon Road, and continue 1.5 miles to reach the lake.

🏡 Love Rim Country Living?

My name is Dennis Riccio, a local real estate agent serving Payson, Pine, Strawberry & Mogollon Rim areas. If you're considering a cabin, second home, or move to the pines, I’d be happy to help.

📞 Call/Text: 928-517-4550
🌐 https://paysonarizonarealestate.com

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