Overview

Hype:

Payson Lakes Campground is situated in stands of aspen and fir trees. There is a lake within the campground where you can boat, fish, and swim. An asphalt walkway goes around the lake. There are also nearby hiking trails and open areas where recreation activities can occur. The campground is just off a National Scenic Byway, about 12 miles from Payson. The campground has no hook-ups or phone service. Popular local activities include river and lake fishing, lake floating, rafting, kayaking, swimming, and day-hiking.

Time:

Fees: Camping

Recommended Ages:

0-3
4-11
12-19
20-49
50-69
70+

Recommended Months to Visit:

Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec
Features:
  • Potable Water
  • Fire Rings
  • Lakes and Reservoirs
  • Mountains
  • Tent Campsites
  • Campsite - Reservable
  • Campsite - Walk-in
  • RV Sites
  • Shaded Sites
  • Picnic Tables
  • Restrooms - Vault
  • Road Access is Paved
  • Access Road is 2WD Accessible
  • Hiking Trails
  • Pets Allowed
  • Wildflowers and Vegitation
  • Wildlife and Birding

Links: www.fs.usda.gov
www.recreation.gov

Getting There

Navigate to 39.930899, -111.639863.

Location

Closest City or Region: Payson Canyon, Utah

Coordinates: 39.930899, -111.639863

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June 16, 2018 Trip Report

By Jeremy Dye

Trip Members

Jeremy Dye, Tara Dye, Savannah Dye, Madilyn Dye, Cooper Dye, Greg Dye, Laura Dye, Arianne Dye, Miller Dye, Ondylyn Wagner, Killian Wagner, Tia Hammon,

Story

Anthony and Arianne invited us to go camping with them. We had fun talking around the campfire then in the morning we took the canoes out on Big East Lake (one of Payson Lakes).

Pictures