Openings · last 7 days
27
Booking reality
Campsite Sniper detected 27 site openings here in the last 7 days
01 · Detected Opening History · the openings record · file CS-232203
When Spillway (AZ) reopens
Spillway (AZ)'s openings record: every site-date Campsite Sniper detected turning available, logged and time-stamped. Refreshed hourly.
Openings · last 30 days
64
Openings · last 90 days
75
Weekday pattern
Detected openings by day of week · 90dNo strong weekday pattern is evident in the openings Campsite Sniper has detected: 75 openings spread across the week.
Hour-of-day pattern
First detected by hour · local time · last 90 daysThe largest concentrations of detected openings were first detected during the 17:00 and 23:00 local-time hours. Those hours contained 26 of 75 detected openings (34.7%). Hours show when Campsite Sniper first detected each opening, in Mountain Standard Time (Arizona), not when the change was made upstream.
Lead-time profile
Days before stay date · percentilesHalf of the openings Campsite Sniper detected appeared at least 17 days before the stay date; the middle 50% land 8.5–26.5 days out. Set an alert if you want Campsite Sniper to monitor future openings.
Highest-churn sites
Most openings · 90d| Site | Openings | Share of all openings |
|---|---|---|
| 020 | 9 | 12.0% |
| 009 | 7 | 9.3% |
| 010 | 6 | 8.0% |
| 017 | 6 | 8.0% |
| 003 | 5 | 6.7% |
Site 020 had the most detected openings in the last 90 days: 9. One free watch covers every site here.
02 · Availability Outlook · Sep 18 – Oct 31, 2026 · of 24 monitored sites
Of the 1,056 tracked site-nights (Sep 18 – Oct 31, 2026): 72 open for online reservation · 494 reserved · 490 on sites not offered for online reservation (first-come, first-served or administrative).
Where the open windows are
93.2% of tracked site-nights are not currently open for online reservation. 72 of 1,056 remain open; here is where they are.
Load status
Sep 18 – Oct 31, 2026Not open online93.2%
Open site-nights72 / 1,056
Reserved (of online inventory)494 / 566
Weekday openings59
Weekend openings13
Of the open site-nights on mapped sites, 59 fall on weekdays and 13 on weekends (Fri–Sun).
Open dates by month
Sep 2026 – Oct 2026September holds the most room. 39 of 312 site-nights are still open there.
Holiday windows
Sites open per night · of 24 sites| Window | Night | Sites open | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Labor Day | SAT Sep 5 | 0 | None open |
| SUN Sep 6 | 0 | None open | |
| MON Sep 7 | 0 | None open |
Labor Day: no online availability on any tracked night.
Best-availability sites
Most open site-nights · tracked window| Site | Open site-nights |
|---|---|
| 003 | 6 |
| 005 | 6 |
| 010 | 6 |
| 023 | 6 |
| 1 | 6 |
The 5 sites with the most open site-nights in the current snapshot. Pair a bookable date with a free alert to cover everything else.
Next windows
As of Sep 18, 2026 snapshotNext open dateTue · Sep 22
Next open weekendFri · Oct 2
The next bookable night is Sep 22; the first open weekend starts Oct 2. Campsite Sniper can watch later dates for you.
Stays and site detail
72 open site-nights across 21 sites at Spillway (AZ), from the same hourly snapshot as everything above.
Multi-night stays. 18 2-night, 6 3-night openings where a single site is free for every night, per Campsite Sniper's current snapshot — soonest Sep 22 at site 003.
RV length. Longest recorded site here is 99 ft. 22 sites take 25 ft, 4 sites take 35 ft, 3 sites take 40 ft.
All 21 sites with current availability
| Site | Max RV | Hookups | Open site-nights | Longest run | Dates |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 003 | 45 ft | None | 6 | 3 nights | Sep 22, Sep 23, Sep 24, Sep 27, Oct 1, Oct 6 |
| 005 | 25 ft | None | 6 | 2 nights | Sep 23, Sep 24, Sep 27, Oct 1, Oct 7, Oct 8 |
| 010 | 26 ft | None | 6 | 3 nights | Sep 22, Sep 23, Sep 24, Sep 30, Oct 1, Oct 4 |
| 023 | 26 ft | None | 6 | 5 nights | Sep 30, Oct 4, Oct 5, Oct 6, Oct 7, Oct 8 |
| 1 | 99 ft | None | 6 | 3 nights | Sep 24, Oct 1, Oct 2, Oct 3, Oct 6, Oct 7 |
| 004 | 35 ft | None | 5 | 3 nights | Sep 22, Sep 23, Sep 24, Sep 27, Oct 8 |
| 007 | 30 ft | None | 5 | 3 nights | Sep 22, Sep 23, Sep 24, Sep 30, Oct 1 |
| 008 | 26 ft | None | 5 | 2 nights | Sep 24, Sep 27, Sep 28, Sep 30, Oct 1 |
| 016 | 26 ft | None | 4 | 1 night | Sep 24, Sep 27, Oct 1, Oct 4 |
| 006 | 42 ft | None | 3 | 2 nights | Sep 24, Sep 30, Oct 1 |
| 011 | 26 ft | None | 3 | 2 nights | Sep 27, Oct 7, Oct 8 |
| 013 | 26 ft | None | 3 | 2 nights | Sep 23, Sep 24, Oct 1 |
| 012 | 28 ft | None | 2 | 1 night | Sep 22, Oct 1 |
| 017 | 23 ft | None | 2 | 1 night | Sep 24, Oct 7 |
| 020 | 30 ft | None | 2 | 1 night | Sep 24, Oct 4 |
| 021 | 26 ft | None | 2 | 2 nights | Sep 30, Oct 1 |
| 024 | 24 ft | None | 2 | 2 nights | Sep 22, Sep 23 |
| 009 | 26 ft | None | 1 | 1 night | Oct 1 |
| 014 | 26 ft | None | 1 | 1 night | Oct 1 |
| 015 | 26 ft | None | 1 | 1 night | Sep 23 |
| 022 | 26 ft | None | 1 | 1 night | Oct 4 |
About Spillway (AZ)
Overview
Spillway Campground is on the shores of popular Woods Canyon Lake near the town of Heber in north central Arizona. Situated in a pine forest with plenty of shade, the campground has individual campsites as well as one group campsite for small gatherings. Given its proximity to the lake, hiking trails and scenic areas, Spillway is a convenient getaway for anglers, boaters, hikers, families and photographers.
Recreation
Woods Canyon Lake is one of seven lakes in the Rim Lakes Recreation Area, and one of the most visited. Trout fishing (both lake and stream) is a favorite pastime. Woods Canyon Lake only allows electric boat motors. Two other lakes are within a short drive.
The Rim Lakes Vista Trail, less than a mile from the campground, and others in the area lead to spectacular views of the Mogollon Rim. An easy hiking trail meanders around the lake, and the paved roads in the recreation area make for great afternoon bike rides.
Families might also enjoy attending educational programs given by Forest Service rangers on the weekends.
Facilities
The campground is a relatively small facility with 26 individual campsites and one group site that can accommodate up to 25 people. Tents, trailers and small motorhomes are allowed - please read information on each individual spur size to determine if your RV will fit in the site. The main campground loop road has a fairly tight turning radius hedged by trees so no RV/trailer over 32' is recommended. Each shaded campsite offers a leveled spur, picnic table, fire ring, and charcoal grill. All campsites, loop road, vault restrooms, and water hydrants are compliant with the Architectural Barriers Act for accessibility. Some sites are directly on the lakeshore with a view of the water.
Restrooms are provided. Boat rentals and basic camping supplies are available at the Woods Canyon Store, while the nearest showers are at Canyon Point Campground 10 miles away.
Natural Features
Spillway is located in a thick forest of ponderosa pine, oak and Douglas fir at an elevation of 7,500 ft. The campground is situated on the lakeshore overlooking the calm blue waters of 52-acre Woods Canyon Lake, where visitors may see squirrels, deer, elk and a variety of birds.
Nearby hiking trails offer views of the Mogollon Rim, a 200-mile long cliff in northern Arizona that ranges between 5,000 and 7,000 feet in elevation and serves as the geographical dividing line between the cool high country above and the hot, dry desert below. Summer temperatures can be very pleasant because of the elevation. However, the rainy season often brings afternoon thunderstorms from late June through August. Visitors should come prepared for rain and cool nighttime temperatures.
Nearby Attractions
Gas, phone and groceries are available 10 miles east at Forest Lakes. The nearest full service community is Payson, Arizona, 35 miles west on Highway 260.
Visitors can explore endless vistas and take part in many outdoor activities in the surrounding Apache-Sitgreaves National Forest, which encompasses 2 million acres of magnificent mountain country in east-central Arizona and New Mexico.
24 monitored sitesRVs up to 99 ftNo hookups24 shadedWaterfrontLakefrontPets OKFire pitsMax party 25
Getting there
From Payson, Arizona, take Highway 260 northeast toward Heber. Turn left (west) onto Forest Road 300 directly across from the Rim Visitor Information Station and follow for 5 miles. Turn right at Woods Canyon Lake Road. Spillway is on the right, another 0.75 miles further.
Apache-Sitgreaves, AZ928-535-9859
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FAQ
How do I get a reservation at Spillway (AZ)?
Reservations for Spillway (AZ) are made through Recreation.gov. 93.2% of tracked site-nights are not currently open for online reservation; 72 of 1,056 remain open. Campsite Sniper has also detected 75 site openings here in the last 90 days, so further dates may appear. Pick a site on the map to see its calendar, or set a free Campsite Sniper alert. You complete the reservation yourself on Recreation.gov.
Does Campsite Sniper book this campground for me?
No. Campsite Sniper sends alerts and direct Recreation.gov links. It never books, pays for, holds, hoards, or resells reservations.
How current is this availability data?
Campsite Sniper re-checks public Recreation.gov availability for this facility every hour and republishes whenever anything changes. This facility's data last changed at Sep 18, 2026 16:19 UTC; an older timestamp means nothing has changed since that time, not that checking stopped. Always confirm final availability on Recreation.gov when you book.
How often do new openings appear at Spillway (AZ)?
Campsite Sniper detected 27 site-date openings at Spillway (AZ) in the last 7 days, 64 over 30 days and 75 over the last 90.
Can I get a multi-night stay at Spillway (AZ)?
6 three-night openings are showing, counting only runs where the SAME site is free for all three nights. The soonest starts Sep 22 at site 003. Confirm and book on Recreation.gov.
Which sites at Spillway (AZ) fit a 35-foot RV?
4 of the 24 sites that support RV analysis have a recorded maximum of 35 ft or more; the longest recorded is 99 ft.
Which month has the most availability at Spillway (AZ)?
September 2026, with 39 open site-nights in the current snapshot of 312.
How far ahead of a stay do openings appear at Spillway (AZ)?
Half of the openings Campsite Sniper detected appeared at least 17 days before the stay date; the middle 50% landed 8.5-26.5 days out. Campsite Sniper can monitor future changes for dates you select.
When is the next open date at Spillway (AZ)?
As of the Sep 18, 2026 snapshot: the next open date is Tue, Sep 22 and the next open weekend starts Fri, Oct 2. Detected openings can add earlier dates at any time; a free Campsite Sniper alert catches those the moment they appear.
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