About Payson Lakes
Number of accommodations: 63
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Reviews (159)
Review Summary
Jennifer J
VerifiedAugust 16, 2022 • Stayed at: B18/19, Loop: B
Great time and fun place to visit.
Jesse B
VerifiedAugust 16, 2022 • Stayed at: B29, Loop: B
It was a great campground. We felt the sites were a bit close to each other, primarily because of all the dogs barking and generators humming. Because of the thick vegetation we could see them but the noise was disappointing.
Terry H
VerifiedAugust 16, 2022 • Stayed at: B15, Loop: B
The camp host for Loop B was great. He was friendly and helpful.
Hunter W
August 14, 2022
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Steven D
VerifiedAugust 12, 2022 • Stayed at: C03, Loop: C
We had a large family group. We felt the workers treated us great.
Zachary R
VerifiedAugust 5, 2022 • Stayed at: B34/35, Loop: B
The camp hosts were friendly and kept the bathrooms very clean.
Some of the other guests were a bit lout and up late and the camp hosts didn't help ask them to quiet down. This was a bit frustrating for small kids trying to fall asleep.
The trash bins were overflowing and spilling out which seems a bit dangerous in bear country.
We didn't notice the very small sign telling us not to swim in the algae bloom. That caused a bit of a panic for some of my kids.
Ken K
VerifiedAugust 4, 2022 • Stayed at: B07, Loop: B
The campground was beautiful and well cared for. The large Payson lake itself was overrun with algae and people were asked not to swim, but only one sign was posted, which was a problem.
Jessica C
VerifiedJuly 25, 2022 • Stayed at: C27/28, Loop: C
This site is big enough for a lot of tents which is great for friends. The toilet was clean the whole time. However, this site is mostly in the sun until evening and in the middle of summer it was too hot to sit and enjoy the day there. Bring an EZ up for the tables. The hosts weren’t as accessible as we’re used to at National parks and finding firewood wasn’t easy. It’s sold in the first circle just past the host RV. What’s great about this campground is how easy it is to get to the lake. You can walk from the campsite or go just down the road and park and bring your kayak. Bonus there are flush toilets at the day use area.
Steven H
VerifiedJuly 14, 2022 • Stayed at: GRP-C, Loop: GRP
We camped for three nights in GRP-C site. We have camped here seven or eight times over the last fifteen years but this summer was probably the very best. Excellent tent sites for more than five tents. Large parking lot to fit several trailers and family cars.
The camp hosts were Judy and Jim Tharp. They were exceptional. We enjoyed them and invited them to dinner two different nights. They attended to all of our needs. Twenty grandchildren enjoyed biking, lake swimming and parking lot games.
Callie W
VerifiedJuly 13, 2022 • Stayed at: B20, Loop: B
These campsites are very squished together. We weren’t sure what area was ours, and in trying to figure it out, we upset our “neighbors”. I will say the campground people in charge were great to work with and they helped us out a lot. The lake parking lot was full and lots of people attending up there. Not sure if we will go again.
Location Payson Lakes
Address:
Uinta Wasatch Cache National Forest
Salem, UT, 84653
United States
From I-15, take exit 250 toward north Payson/Salem and proceed south on Main Street to 100 North/Highway 198. Travel east to 600 East. Turn south onto 600 east, which becomes the Nebo Loop Scenic Byway/Payson Canyon Road. Travel up the canyon to the campground.
Latitude & Longitude: 39.9297 / -111.642
Elevation: 2435 feet
Policies & Rules
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This Campground is in Bear Country
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Dogs or Domestic Pets
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Campground Etiquette and Rules
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There is a 2-night minimum stay on weekends; 3-night minimum stay on holiday weekends |
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Trailers/Campers and RVs: Come with water tank filled. Hooking up to spigots or the power in the restrooms, even for medical devices is strictly prohibited |
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First Come First Served (FF) sites
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Extra Vehicle -$10 per vehicle, per day (paid on-site cash/check)
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If you booked at a discount without a Senior or Access pass, you'll need to pay the difference in cash/check upon arrival. Only Senior or Access passes qualify for discounts and proof of ownership upon arrival is required |
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Please understand that camping/picnicking is an outdoor experience; we do not give refunds or credits for weather or natural conditions
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For more info on visiting Bear Country visit
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Click here for more info about the Uinta-Wasatch-Cache National Forest
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Don't Move Firewood: Help prevent the spread of tree-killing pests in our national forests by obtaining firewood within 10 miles of your destination and burning it on-site. For more info click here |
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Please note: Utah Recreation is not responsible for accident or injury to any person or property resulting from the use of this facility and is not responsible for the loss of money or valuables of any kind. The user of this permit assumes full and complete responsibility for the conduct and actions of all members in their party |
