Food scene
Although Payson is a small town, you can find some pretty good food! Nearby, Pine also has some great places to eat.
Fargo's Steakhouse
620 AZ-260La Sierra Mexican Restaurant
800 N Beeline HwyBuffalo Bar & Grill
311 S Beeline HwyMacky's Grill
201 W Main StBeeline Cafe Payson Az
815 S Beeline HwyMike's Fish and Chips
516 S Beeline HwyPizza Factory
Arizona 260Ayothaya Thai Cafe
136 AZ-260Old County Inn
3502 AZ-87THAT Brewery & Pub
3270 AZ-87Randall House
3821 AZ-87Pine Deli
6240 Hardscrabble Mesa RdDuza's Kitchen
703 W Main StThis restaurant has great pescatarian options.
Delicious! Cafe
512 South Beeline HighwayThey offer dancing on Tuesday nights, if there are enough interested people!
Sightseeing
My two favorite things about Payson are the hiking and the ability to see so many stars at night! The small town atmosphere is also appealing. People here tend to be friendly and helpful.
Tonto Natural Bridge State Park
Nf-583APine Trailhead
Highline TrailGreen Valley Park
1000 W Country Club DrShoofly Indian Ruins
1-5 Houston Mesa RdBarnhardt Trail
Water Wheel Falls Hiking trail
Strawberry
Pine
Mogollon Rim
Rim Country Museum
700 S Green Valley PkwyHorton Creek
Kohls Ranch
Kohl's Ranch Lodge RoadThis is a neat hike and not really difficult. There are some opportunities to explore off trail that can be difficult, though.
Doll Baby Trailhead
Doll Baby Ranch RoadThis is a neat hike and not really difficult. There are some opportunities to explore off trail that can be difficult, though.