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Payson Lakes Campground
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, a full-service community. The campground has no hook-ups or phone service. Popular local activities inlcude river and lake fishing, lake floating, rafting, kayaking, swimming, and day-hiking.
At a Glance
| Reservations: | For reservations, information, regulations, and current conditions click here to go to www.recreation.gov. |
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| Restrictions: | Powerboats are prohibited. No all-terrain or off-highway vehicles allowed in the campground. |
| Closest Towns: | Payson, UT. |
| Restroom: | Flush/Vault |
| Operated By: | This campground is operated by a concessionaire. |
| Information Center: | For more information contact the Spanish Fork Ranger District at 801-798-3571. |
General Information
Directions:From Nephi, Utah travel east on 100 North to Forest Road 015 (Nebo Loop Road) and turn left. Travel on Nebo Loop for approximately 24.5 miles and turn left on Forest Road 018. Travel into the campground on Forest Road 018.
From the intersection of Center Street and Main Street in Santaquin travel on Center Street South. Continue on Center street which becomes Canyon Road and then Forest Road 014. Travel on this road approximately 9.1 miles. Turn left to stay on Forest Road 014 and travel 2.1 miles. Turn left onto Forest Road 015/Nebo Loop Road and travel 4.7 miles. Turn left onto Forest Road 018 and follow to the campground.
Activities
Campground Camping
| No. of Sites | 98 single sites-$23.00, capacity 8 people 10 double sites-$46.00. capacity 16 people Payson Lakes Guard Station $115.00 8 people 5 vehicle maximum Day Use Parking - $8.00 A fee for extra vehicles -$8.00 Picnicking (Day Use) in a campground site $9.00 |
| Reservation Info | Part of the single and double sites are available to reserve. 1-877-444-6777 or www.recreation.gov |
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RV Camping
| No. of Sites | 98 single sites-$23.00, capacity 8 people 10 double sites-$46.00. capacity 16 people 1 group site (A) -$220.00, capacity 100 peole 2 groups sites (B & C) -$155.00, capacity 75 people Payson Lakes Guard Station 115.00 8 people 5 vehicles maximum Day Use Parking - $8.00 A fee for extra vehicles $8.00 Picnicking (Day Use) in a campground site $9.00 |
| Pavement Type for Parking | Paved |
| Reservation Info | Part of the single and double sites are available to reserve. 1-877-444-6777 or www.recreation.gov |
| Size Restrictions | Size restrictions vary from 20 - 45 feet. |
| Fire Information | These camp sites have fire rings. |
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Group Camping
| No. of Sites | 1 group site (A) -$220.00, capacity 100 peole 2 groups sites (B & C) -$155.00, capacity 75 people Day Use Parking - $8.00 |
| Reservation Info | Part of the single and double sites are available to reserve. 1-877-444-6777 or www.rcreation.gov |
| Fire Information | These sites have campfire rings. |
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