First Crossing Campground, Mogollon Rim Mountains, Arizona Custom Search   When you go camping for a couple of days at a primitive campground such as this one you're really camping. Unsurprisingly it can be hard to get to a primitive campground such as this one, but it's worth the effort. It is incredibly pretty here at this primitive campground, and this is a primitive camp ground which naturally means that there are a small number of facilities. There's more to do near First Crossing Campground other than just hanging out such as       playing golf, fishing, whitewater paddling, hiking, and swimming, so you won’t get bored. This camp ground is one of the great places to camp here in the Mogollon Rim Mountains. This sector of Arizona has a splendid deal of outdoors   activities offered. First Crossing Campground is frequently visited by residents of Payson. There is so much cool stuff to do in close proximity to First Crossing Campground, and to be at this place is splendid fun any time. A lot of people stay at First Crossing Campground in order to be in the neighborhood of Tonto Natural Bridge State Park. Such a perfect selection of attractions and such a large number of things to do are sure to keep you coming back       many times. Get your sleeping bag packed and head out on the road; First Crossing Campground in Arizona is such a splendid spot. The US Route 87 to Verde River confluence portion has a length of 34 miles; you bump into this bit   of whitewater on East Verde River. It's a type V+ bit. This part of East Verde River is good for those with lots of whitewater know-how. Don't ignore to check restrictions before you go paddling to ensure your safety. A nice wilderness trail in possession of an elevation difference of 1,565 feet, and 2.7 miles long, can be found around here. This delightful wilderness trail is the Myrtle Trail.   Map and Contact Info Best Western Payson Inn, Payson 6 miles away    Super 8 Payson, Payson 6 miles away        Outdoors Recreation Near Payson, Arizona Outdoors recreation in the vicinity of Payson, Arizona, the metro area neareast to First Crossing Campground. Find info on campgrounds, marinas, hiking trails, ski resorts, lakes, beaches, parks, whitewater, golf courses and more. Hotels and Campgrounds Near First Crossing Campground, Mogollon Rim Mountains, Arizona   Mogollon Rim Mountains Campgrounds Complete list of all the campgrounds in the Mogollon Rim Mountains. Mogollon Rim Mountains Outdoors Info Complete outdoors info for the Mogollon Rim Mountains. Arizona Campgrounds Complete list of all campgrounds in Arizona Gila County Campgrounds Complete list of all campgrounds in Gila County Books about campgrounds in Arizona List of books available on Amazon.com about campgrounds in Arizona. Arizona Outdoors Index This is a very comprehensive index of outdoors activities in the great state of Arizona.       Map Detailed Map Contact Info Phone, Email, Address, GPS coordinates Weather Local weather forecast All Gila County Campgrounds All Arizona Campgrounds These outdoors activities are available near First Crossing Campground.   Camp Grounds Near First Crossing Campground: Water Wheel Campground, Gila County, 1 miles away Second Crossing Campground, Gila County, 1 miles away Third Crossing Campground, Gila County, 1 miles away Houston Mesa - Tonto National Forest, Phoenix, 5 miles away Flowing Springs Campground, Gila County, 5 miles away Star Valley Mobile Home Park, Payson, 5 miles away Kehl Campground, Coconino County, 6 miles away   Hotels Near First Crossing Campground: Best Western Payson Inn, Payson , 6 miles away Super 8 Payson, Payson , 6 miles away Days Inn and Suites Payson, Payson , 6 miles away Comfort Inn Payson, Payson , 6 miles away Verde River Rock House, Payson , 7 miles away Kohl's Ranch Lodge, Payson , 7 miles away Americas Best Value Inn - Payson, Payson , 7 miles away   Trails Near First Crossing Campground: Myrtle Trail, Gila County , 8 miles away, 2.7 hiking miles, 1565 feet elevation difference Highline Trail, Gila County , 9 miles away, 6.9 hiking miles, 2002 feet elevation difference Hells Gate Trail, Gila County , 11 miles away, 9.5 hiking miles, 2084 feet elevation difference Horton Creek Trail, Gila County , 14 miles away, 8.8 hiking miles, 722 feet elevation difference Old Mail Trail, Gila County , 16 miles away,  10.2 hiking miles, 2203 feet elevation difference North Peak Trail, Gila County , 16 miles away,  8.2 hiking miles, 2380 feet elevation difference Bear Flat Pleasant Valley Trail, Gila County , 18 miles away, 7.7 hiking miles, 1293 feet elevation difference   Ski Areas Near First Crossing Campground: Arizona Snowbowl, Arizona , 63 miles away, 2300 foot drop, 4 lifts, 32 runs Williams, Arizona , 80 miles away, 600 foot drop, 2 lifts, 7 runs   Whitewater Near First Crossing Campground: East Verde River, Gila County , 5 miles away, Class V+ - 34 miles long (US Route 87 to Verde River confluence) Tonto Creek, Gila County , 20 miles away, Class IV(V) - 2 miles long (Box) Chevelon Creek, Coconino/ Navajo County , 25 miles away, Class -blank- - 75 miles long (Woods Canyon Lake to Little Colorado River) Verde River, Yavapai County , 28 miles away, Class I-III - 25 miles long (Childs to Horseshoe Reservoir)   Public Lands Near First Crossing Campground: Montezuma Castle National Monument, Camp Verde - AZ , 40 miles away Tuzigoot National Monument, Clarkdale - AZ , 40 miles away Tonto National Monument, Roosevelt - AZ , 46 miles away Tonto Natural Bridge State Park, Arizona , 11 miles away Coconino National Forest, Arizona , 25 miles away Tonto National Forest, Arizona , 25 miles away   Golf Courses Near First Crossing Campground: Golf Club Chaparral Pines, Payson , 5 miles away Rim Golf Club, Payson , 6 miles away Payson Golf Course, Payson , 8 miles away   Lakes Near First Crossing Campground Blue Ridge Reservoir, Coconino County , 14 miles away