Payson Lakes Guard Station
Payson, UT
Photos: Utah Recreation Company
About this stay
Overview 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. Facilities Payson Lakes Guard Station can accommodate up to 8 overnight guests : 4 in the main cabin and 4 in the bunk house . Up to 7 additional visitors may join during the day. Parking : Space for up to 5 family vehicles. Vehicles must s
Location
Listing data from the Recreation Information Database (RIDB), a U.S. government open-data source. Details can change — always confirm with the property before traveling. Last verified July 2026.
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