US lakes & pondsUS lakes & pondsCampground · National forest in Utah County, Utah.
| Managed by | USDA Forest Service (Uinta-Wasatch-Cache National Forest) |
|---|---|
| Campsites | 1 |
| Site types | 1 cabin electric |
| Longest RV/trailer site | 25 ft |
| Fees | <p>$159.00 - 8 people, 5 vehicles maximum</p> |
| Phone | (801) 798-3571 |
| Address | FR 017, Payson, UT, 84651 |
| Reservations | Recreation.gov |
We only list amenities a source records. A missing item doesn't mean the campground lacks it, so check with Payson Lakes Guard Station Campground before you go.
Payson Lakes Guard Station is located in the Uinta National Forest, approximately 13 miles south of Payson, Utah, along the Mount Nebo Scenic Byway. The Guard Station was constructed by the Civilian Conservation Corps in 1935 as part of the New Deal Program. The Uinta-Wasatch-Cache National Forest offers the cabin for advance reservation so visitors can enjoy an experience similar to that of early Forest Rangers and their families. Recreation The nearby Payson Lakes Recreation Area offers great canoeing and kayaking. Anglers enjoy fishing for rainbow and brown trout. There are many nearby trails for hiking, mountain biking and equestrian use.
Description: Recreation.gov (U.S. federal government, public domain), shortened.
Lakes and ponds on LakeRipple within 10 miles, closest first (straight-line distance to the shoreline). Each page has boat launches, beaches, fishing and today's weather.
Payson Lakes Guard Station Campground is in Utah County.
Sources: Recreation.gov (RIDB). Pulled Oct 12, 2026. Interactive map: Leaflet with © OpenStreetMap contributors. Seasons, rates and rules change; confirm with the campground.