Discover the Magic of Rim Country
Welcome to your home on the East Verde River! Payson, Arizona—often called the “Heart of Arizona”—is a high-country paradise where the desert heat fades into cool pine breezes. From the dramatic cliffs of the Mogollon Rim to the crystal-clear waters of the river at your doorstep, adventure is everywhere.
For Couples: Romance & Views
Mogollon Rim Overlook (Rim Road 300)
Drive along the edge of a 2,000-foot drop-off for the most breathtaking sunsets in the Southwest. It’s the perfect spot for a picnic or a quiet moment together.
Drive along the edge of a 2,000-foot drop-off for the most breathtaking sunsets in the Southwest. It’s the perfect spot for a picnic or a quiet moment together.
Tonto Natural Bridge State Park
Stand beneath the world’s largest natural travertine bridge. The misty air and dramatic rock formations offer a truly romantic backdrop for a morning hike.
Stand beneath the world’s largest natural travertine bridge. The misty air and dramatic rock formations offer a truly romantic backdrop for a morning hike.
For Families: Kid-Friendly Fun
Water Wheel Falls & Swimming Hole
A local favorite! This short hike leads to cascading waterfalls and shallow pools where kids can safely splash and explore the river rocks.
A local favorite! This short hike leads to cascading waterfalls and shallow pools where kids can safely splash and explore the river rocks.
Green Valley Park
Known as the “Jewel of Payson,” this park features three lakes for fishing, expansive playgrounds, and plenty of space for a family football game or a stroll.
Known as the “Jewel of Payson,” this park features three lakes for fishing, expansive playgrounds, and plenty of space for a family football game or a stroll.
With Your Pets: Four-Legged Adventures
Payson Area Trails System (PATS)
Most trails in the surrounding Tonto National Forest are dog-friendly. The shaded paths under the Ponderosa pines are gentle on paws and offer plenty of new scents to explore.
Most trails in the surrounding Tonto National Forest are dog-friendly. The shaded paths under the Ponderosa pines are gentle on paws and offer plenty of new scents to explore.
Macky’s Grill Patio
After a hike, head to Macky’s in town. They have a famous dog-friendly patio where your pup will be treated as a guest of honor while you enjoy great burgers.
After a hike, head to Macky’s in town. They have a famous dog-friendly patio where your pup will be treated as a guest of honor while you enjoy great burgers.