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Recreation
Apache-Sitgreaves National Forests
The surrounding national forest offers free hiking, scenic viewing, and wildlife watching. Permits, developed camping, rentals, and licenses may cost extra.
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Things to do
Find parks, scenic stops, family activities, history, recreation, and no-cost ways to enjoy the high country.
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Lakes
Black Canyon Lake
A free-to-visit Black Mesa Ranger District lake south of Heber-Overgaard. Access can be seasonal; check alerts and road conditions. Fishing licenses and optional services are separate.
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Creek
Canyon Creek
Little creek with a lot of attitude. Off road drive to the creek. 25 mins off the 260. Take Young road. A little creek with a lot of attitude! Take the scenic off-road route down Young Road—about 25 minutes from Highway 260. A fun backroad adventure with a refreshing creek waiting at the end.
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Scenic
Mogollon Rim
A dramatic forested escarpment with broad viewpoints, scenic drives, trails, and seasonal recreation access.
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Family Activities
Rim Community Library
Community library providing access to information, a community room, and a welcoming indoor stop.
Historic
Rock House Museum
A local-history stop highlighted by the Heber-Overgaard Chamber. Verify opening dates and hours before visiting.
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Parks
Tall Timbers Park
A public Navajo County park in Heber-Overgaard and a community gathering place. Check current access and event use before visiting.
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Lake
Willow Springs Lake
Willow Springs Lake is a scenic 150-acre cold-water reservoir located atop the Mogollon Rim in the Apache-Sitgreaves National Forests, about 23 miles east of Payson, Arizona.
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Lakes
Woods Canyon Lake
A popular Mogollon Rim lake recreation area for fishing, picnicking, camping, and nearby trails. Lake access is free; licenses, camping, rentals, or optional services may cost extra.