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Adventure Like A Local?

Don’t take our word for it… take theirs! In 2019, we hosted three sets of adventurers to come and spend some time in the Payson area to “Adventure Like a Local”. We set them up with a nice place to stay, some great meals, and a list of adventures that was tailored to their interests. Take a look at all of their great photos and the stories that they had to tell while they were here! An easy way for you to plan your next adventure with us, too!

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Meet the Watson Family!

Meet the Watson Family, From Chandler, Arizona! They spent the weekend in Payson to learn about the community, explore some of our great parks and trails, and even took a trip to the County Fair in town. Take a couple of minutes to watch their family’s adventure where we live! 

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Meet the McDowell Family!

What does it look like to visit Payson and adventure like a local!? Let the local McDowell family show you how they do it!

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Eric and Cathy Chesky

Eric and Cathy Chesky

Surrounded by the Tonto National Forest and the Mogollon Rim to the north, there are a plethora of outdoor activities to include hiking, trail running, mountain biking…

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The Highley Family

The Highley Family

Being born and raised in Arizona, Payson has never come to the top of my “must see” list. After experiencing all that Payson has to offer I have to say that my opinion has…

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Mary & Brooks + Hanna & Mateo

Mary & Brooks + Hanna & Mateo

I have been to many places in Arizona including the Grand Canyon, Flagstaff, Prescott, and Tucson. None of them truly have the “wow factor” like Payson! On our trip, we…

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Explore like a Visitor

CONTACT US
Payson Visitor Center
100 W. Main Street, Payson, AZ 85541
Monday - Saturday| 9am - 3pm
Closed on Sundays
Phone | (928) 474-4515
Email | visitorcenter@paysonaz.gov
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Town of Payson
303 N Beeline Hwy, Payson, AZ 85541
Monday - Thursday | 7am - 5:30pm
Phone | (928) 474-5242
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LIVE LIKE A LOCAL

CONTACT US
Parks and Recreation
1000 W. Country Club Dr., Payson, AZ 85541
Monday - Thursday | 7am - 5:30pm
Closed from 12pm-12:30pm Daily
Phone | 928-472-5110
Email | ppr@paysonaz.gov
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