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4worldlovers: The Tonto National Forest offers unique landscapes including Sonoran Desert cacti and flat lands that slowly give way to the highlands of the Mogollon Rim. This variety in vegetation and range in altitude -- from 1,300 to 7,900 feet -- offers outstanding recreational opportunities throughout the year, whether it's lake beaches or cool pine forests.


Unforgettable experiences are waiting! Eight lush wilderness areas, scenic flowing rivers, the Mogollon Rim's 200-miles of beauty and some of the best trails in the country.


The Tonto has you covered whether you prefer open-air, tent, camper, group, RV, horse, dispersed or campground camping. Stargazing is an added bonus.


Interactive, downloadable and print maps of National Forests and National Grasslands in Arizona and New Mexico.


The next Fire Hire event will be August 31, 2023 to September 29, 2023. Learn more about fire and aviation management jobs, basic training requirements, and how to apply.


Whether you're looking for a local Tonto Pass, a new year of exploring all our National Forests with an America the Beautiful pass, planning a wedding, family reunion or simply need a fuelwood permit, we've got you covered!


The Tonto National Forest manages important habitats for a variety of wildlife, fish and rare plants.


The forest also manages mines, roads and trails, riparian and wilderness areas, ranges, rivers and water, like Fossil Creek and Lower Salt River. Learn more about land management projects like the Four Forest Restoration Initiative and the revised Forest Plan.

Due to an increase in inquiries regarding Resolution Copper and Oak Flat, we have a summary page with links to all the information for easier access. View the up-to-date statement and project links.

Lab results tested positive for Strangles in some Salt River Horses

On 9/18/19, the Arizona Department of Agriculture received the results of a swab taken from a Salt River horse that has tested positive for Strangles.

Managing a national forest like the Tonto National Forest requires the efforts of not only dedicated employees, but many partners and volunteers. Find out how you can help!

Black bears may roam higher elevations within the Tonto National Forest

Within Arizona, black bears live in most forest, woodland and chaparral habitats, and desert riparian areas, primarily at elevations from 4,000 to 10,000 feet.

Tonto National Forest historic photographs from the Southwestern Regional Office files in Albuquerque, New Mexico,