Openings · last 7 days
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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
15
Openings · last 90 days
109
Weekday pattern
Detected openings by day of week · 90dNo strong weekday pattern is evident in the openings Campsite Sniper has detected: 109 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 09:00 and 17:00 local-time hours. Those hours contained 27 of 109 detected openings (24.8%). 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 9 days before the stay date; the middle 50% land 5–16 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 | 12 | 11.0% |
| 025 | 11 | 10.1% |
| 023 | 10 | 9.2% |
| 009 | 8 | 7.3% |
| 003 | 7 | 6.4% |
Site 020 had the most detected openings in the last 90 days: 12. One free watch covers every site here.
02 · Availability Outlook · Apr 23 – May 3, 2027 · of 24 monitored sites
Of the 264 tracked site-nights (Apr 23 – May 3, 2027): 264 on sites not offered for online reservation (first-come, first-served or administrative).
No online availability in the tracked window
None of the 264 site-nights Campsite Sniper tracks here — which start Apr 23, 2027, not today — are open for online reservation. Earlier dates are outside this snapshot entirely and are not known to be unavailable; check Recreation.gov for those. A free alert tells you if any tracked date opens online.
Load status
Apr 23 – May 3, 2027Not open online100%
Open site-nights0 / 264
Of the 264 tracked site-nights (Apr 23 – May 3, 2027): 264 on sites not offered for online reservation (first-come, first-served or administrative).
Open dates by month
Apr 2027 – May 2027No month in range currently shows online availability. 0 open site-nights across the tracked window — these site-nights are on sites not offered for online reservation.
Holiday windows
Sites open per night · of 24 sites| Window | Night | Sites open | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Memorial Day | FRI May 28 | 0 | None open |
| SAT May 29 | 0 | None open | |
| SUN May 30 | 0 | None open | |
| MON May 31 | 0 | None open |
Memorial Day: no online availability on any tracked night.
Tracked window
CoverageCampsite Sniper's data for this facility starts Apr 23, 2027. That is about 172 days after the current snapshot was taken, so dates before Apr 23, 2027 are not covered by what Campsite Sniper tracks here — they are not known to be unavailable. The site-nights shown on this page describe Apr 23, 2027 onwards only. Check Recreation.gov for earlier dates.
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
BoatingCampingDay Use AreaFishingHikingPicnicking
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FAQ
How do I get a reservation at Spillway (AZ)?
Campsite Sniper's current snapshot shows none of the 264 tracked site-nights open for online reservation at Spillway (AZ). That can mean dates are reserved, closed, not yet released, or offered first-come, first-served rather than online. Campsite Sniper has also detected 109 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 Nov 2, 2026 20:17 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 109 site-date openings here over the last 90 days, none in the last 7. A free alert watches around the clock and pings you the moment one appears.
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.
How far ahead of a stay do openings appear at Spillway (AZ)?
Half of the openings Campsite Sniper detected appeared at least 9 days before the stay date; the middle 50% landed 5-16 days out. Campsite Sniper can monitor future changes for dates you select.
When is the next open date at Spillway (AZ)?
Campsite Sniper cannot answer that from the current snapshot. The availability data held for Spillway (AZ) begins Apr 23, 2027 — about 172 days after this snapshot was taken, so any earlier dates are outside what Campsite Sniper is tracking here rather than known to be unavailable. Check Recreation.gov for dates before Apr 23, 2027.
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