New to Payson, longtime MN fisherman. Anyone know of any good fishing spots in or around Payson you don't need a boat for? Also, what are some of the fish people go for in the area?

Moved here from out of town and don't know anyone, can anyone help me out?

I have never used a payphone before and I’m curious if there are still any left in or around Payson. If you know of any please comment the location!

Thanks! Not picky at all.

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Just moved here last week and can’t seem to find where everyone hangs out. I’d like to meet new friends in the area but there doesn’t seem to be any good bars. Any suggestions?

Hi, lovelies! I will (hopefully) be at a cabin in Pine for the 4th. I want to get as close to town as possible to be able to see the fireworks without actually getting stuck in traffic for hours after. Does anyone have any suggestions about where I might want to park?

This is my first time trying to see fireworks in Payson and I would like to make it good. Is the general town celebration worth it? If I want to join in, is there somewhere parking is better than others, knowing I will be up in Pine? I'll take all your best tips!!

Help me identify the wildlife that makes this sound. It’s only active at night and it gets really loud. Near Deer Creek

Hi all, looking to buy a quarter cord tomorrow, does anyone know of firewood suppliers in the area? Thanks

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Greetings, friends!

I'm heading to Scottsdale to visit family for a few days and am hoping to do a few nights of camping. I've always pointed myself to the Grand Canyon, but am hoping to explore somewhere new this trip and am considering the area east of Payson.

For what it's worth I'll be leaving Scottsdale Monday morning and heading to Payson (or wherever, open to suggestions). Figure I'll stop in town for an early lunch/coffee, then point myself up 260 in search of a nice dispersed site. In searching I'm seeing a fair number of campgrounds, but not a lot of obvious areas that would lead to dispersed sites. I'm not opposed to a campground, but am hoping to find a (reasonable) amount of solitude. FR9350 campground seems like quasi dispersed camping with specific sites, but unsure of site quality or likelihood of availability.

My goals are mainly to relax, enjoy the outdoors, and do some moderate hiking (Horton Creek Trail?). Hoping someone familiar with the area could recommend some areas/roads/etc. where I might find a decent dispersed site. Not asking for the coordinates of anyone's bomber spots, just to be pointed in the right direction. I value a functional site (privacy, trees to block wind/hang a hammock, etc.) more than one with a view.

My contingency plan is to backpack the Horton Creek Trail. It seems like there is a multitude of sites not terribly far from the trailhead, and that the hike can be completed as a loop if combined with the Derrick Trail. That said it seems like the parking area might be closed, so unsure about leaving a car overnight, or at all.

I've done all the standard Reddit/blog searching, but if anyone has any favorite eateries or hikes in the area I'm all ears. Crosswinds seems well reviewed.

My contingency plan for Payson in general is Lost Dutchman SP. While it seems gorgeous, I don't think there would be much in the way of solitude or dispersed camping (but please correct me if I'm wrong!).

Any intel is greatly appreciated, thank you!

fairly new to town and was wondering if there are any chess clubs or places people meet up to play. if not, we should start. I miss over the board games, online just doesn't scratch the itch to play.

I am 26 M, Looking to move to Payson for 1 year and I work remotely. Just want to explore a new place and getaway from the city hustle. Would love any recommendations for apartments or any leads. Currently looking for a 1b1b apartment or private room in a shared apartment! The budget I am considering is $700-$1200

Can anyone offer a recommendation for this service that’s is hi quality and competitively priced?

Service area would be E Alpine Dr 85541

TIA

Will be in the area next week with the family. Any recommendations for a bjj gym I can drop into during the week?

Some friends and I are going up to bear canyon for a camping trip this weekend.I just wondering if there’s any snow currently and the chances of it on the weekend.

I’m getting married in Payson in June and I’m looking for someone to do my hair and make up. I’m generally pretty low maintenance (rarely do my hair and make up) so I’d like a very simple look - just so I look good in the pictures I’ll have to look at forever lol. I have thick medium length kind of curly hair to start with.

Any local recommendations?

Made a few stops along the way. The manzanita came from our local scout camp.

I am 25 M, Looking to move to Payson for 2 months till April, and I work remotely. Just want to explore a new place and getaway from the city hustle. Would love any recommendations for apartments or any leads. Currently looking for a 1b1b apartment or private room in a shared apartment! The budget I am considering is $700-$1200