Whispering Hope Ranch is a place to breathe deeply, reconnect, and feel at home. Nestled among the cool pines of Payson, Arizona, this 45-acre ranch offers a wheelchair accessible, welcoming setting for children, families, and groups of all kinds. Designed to support healing, joy, and connection, the Ranch is especially inclusive for individuals with special needs and those seeking space to rest, reflect, and celebrate together.
Guests enjoy a covered outdoor sports field, an indoor horseback riding arena, a splash pad, a disc golf course, and exclusive access to miles of the pristine Tonto National Forest.
Have an idea for a camp, retreat, celebration, or quiet getaway? We’d love to explore what’s possible with you.
For questions, availability, or bookings, email:
📧 WhisperingHopeRanch@childcrisisaz.org
Whispering Hope Ranch is available to rent in full—or in part—for retreats, gatherings, and meaningful celebrations. From family reunions and weddings to team retreats and group getaways, the Ranch offers space for connection across generations and abilities.
Whether you’re gathering loved ones, hosting an organizational retreat, or marking a life milestone, our accessible amenities and peaceful setting allow everyone to fully participate—on their own terms.
With lodging for up to 160 guests, the Ranch offers avariety of accommodations to suit different needs and comfort levels:
- Intimate log cabin for two, with full bathroom and kitchenette
- Ranch Lodge with 4 bedrooms, 3 baths, full kitchen, and living room
- Airy chalets that sleep 12, camp-style with indoor bathrooms and showers
- Barndominium with 8 rooms, 3 bathrooms, kitchenettes, and a shared
great room
- Tent camping with nearby indoor bathrooms and showers
- Dry RV sites
Most amenities are wheelchair accessible and include:
- Covered Sports field and activity tent
- Indoor horseback riding arena with ramp and mounting station
- Splash pad with aquatic wheelchairs
- Volleyball court and half-court basketball
- Disc golf course
- Two playgrounds
- Campfire circle (fire-ban-proof)
- Vegetable and herb garden
- Exclusive access to miles of Tonto National Forest trails
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We are honored to host summer camps and retreats for nonprofit organizations that share our commitment to Safe Kids, Strong Families.
Camps can include classic activities like hiking, archery, field games, and arts and crafts, with the option to work with trusted vendors for experiences such as horseback riding, mountain biking, kayaking, and
self-development workshops.
We partner with well-respected caterers to provide fresh, hot, whole-foods meals three times a day.
Parents looking for youth camp opportunities are encouraged to visit our Camp Partner's pages to learn more about the camps hosted at the Ranch each year. Simply click their logo to visit their site and learn more.
