19887 E AZ Highway 260 - R-C Scout Ranch 75 Acres of Commercial Land Offered at $7,500,000 in Payson, AZ 85541

Nestled among the tall Ponderosa Pines of the Rim Country east of Payson, AZ is the R-C Scout Ranch. It is surrounded by national forest and has the year-round trout stream, Christopher Creek, running through it. Originally acquired in 1945, this camp has for decades served the members and families of Scouting America as well as school and youth groups, non-profit organizations, and private groups for reunions and retreats. With approximately 32,000 square feet of improvements, the camp will support up to 154 guests indoors with even more availability for guests in the camp sites. It includes a dining hall with commercial kitchen, director's and guest cabins, tent sites, health lodge, maintenance structures, equine facilities, and more. The amenities offer a full camp experience including archery, fishing, hiking, outdoor cooking and survival. WATER: Christopher Creek, a year-round trout stream, runs through the property offering private access to guests of the camp. The R-C Pond, located on the property, is a catch and release pond supported by Arizona Game and Fish Department (“AZGFD”). The pond was stocked with Roundtail Chub, identified as a species of greatest conservation need by AZGFD, to create a refuge population for the species. ACCESSIBILITY: Direct access to State Route 260 is a valuable feature to both recreational users and prospective future developers. RECREATIONAL IMPROVEMENTS: The existing camp improvements add turnkey appeal. EXISTING UTILITIES: The property is already served by electricity, a well that provides water to serve the entire camp, and septic systems that support the current facilities ZONING AND USE POTENTIAL: As is, the property is ideal for youth or non-profit organizations, eco-tourism, wellness retreats, or private estates. However, subject to county approval, the property has great potential for additional uses, including a high-end resort, RV park or glamping destination, or a secluded residential community. TOURISM SYNERGY: Payson and Christopher Creek are popular for hiking, fishing, and seasonal escapes. This property taps directly into that demand.