Yes, the area has hiking trails and sites that are good for picnics, camping , little general stores(when its open) and forest rangers patrolling in their pickups. The best time would be to go in season, when it is colorful and alive. If you want quiet and isolation November and onwards would be it. Note... Tonto Natural bridge is closed... More

We stayed there last year...after cutting our Christmas tree. The staff was unfriendly, unaccomodating, and rude. The restaurant is pretty good, but very over-priced. The front office staff is what really killed it for us. By all means, if you go...do not take children..we were not looking for childrens activities, but they are not allowed to laugh or giggle after... More

I have been visiting Kohl's Ranch for the past 20 years with a recent visit about 3 days ago. This property is all about the location. Most people have never even heard of Payson AZ, let alone had the opportunity to visit. Payson is a world apart from the dry, hot region of southern Arizona...it's filled with crisp, clean mountain... More

My boyfriend and I stayed here this last weekend and we can't wait to go back as soon as possible! Our room was perfect and complete with a porch and 2 rocking chairs! There is a ton of stuff to do on the hotel grounds. Because it was Halloween weekend...they had free pumpkin painting! We also enjoyed playing tennis, bocce... More

The staff here is johnny-on-the-spot responsive. I used Diamond Resorts points to book a 2 bdrm cabin. If booking pet friendly, you must contact the property to confirm a pet friendly accommodation is available, then book online while Kohl's stays on the phone; they will receive the reservation and add the Pet friendly confirmation. Christie at the front desk made... More

Drive a hundred miles from Phoenix for a time of peace and serenity. This is a rustic lodge with cabins in the largest Ponderosa forest around. It has all new beds, linens, TV's and many units have kitchens, jacuzzi's and fireplaces. The staff is wonderful and the restaurant is very good. This is a place for couples, family, friends or... More

This resort is located about 17 miles east of Payson. We had a beautiful 1 bedroom unit with a jacuzzi on the deck overlooking the creek. The setting was just perfect for a relaxing stay. Check in was easy. We were greeted with a friendly smile and were given the activity calendar for the week. All the staff who worked... More

Wonderful hotel with no cell phone service but good cable. A few tips would be to Take advantage of the beautiful creek that runs along the back and Bring plenty of food if you don't want to drive all the way in the parson just to get food. More

I usually don't post comments but my husband and I (married 38 years) enjoyed our stay. We've been telling and showing pictures of our stay to our family and friends and some of them plan to go, I know we'll be returning. We checked a studio room out when we arrived and we weren't that impressed but once we checked... More