Campground · UT
PAYSON LAKES
UT · Uinta-Wasatch-Cache National Forest
PAYSON LAKES is generally plan ahead to book. Across the 5 months we have reservation data for, difficulty peaks in May (6/10) and eases to its lowest in September (3/10). The heat strip below breaks down every month — pick one for its full odds, lead-time chart, and easier nearby alternatives.
Booking difficulty by month
Midweek tip: in the busiest month (May), arrivals are lightest on Monday — shift your dates to improve your odds.
When reservations open
Booking window
Reservations open on a rolling 6-month window at 7:00 AM America/New York.
For example, sites for April 15, 2027 become bookable on October 15, 2026. Set a reminder a few minutes before release for the best shot.
Standard Recreation.gov 6-month rolling window: sites become bookable 6 months before arrival at 7:00 AM ET.
Sites & amenities
- 68 RV sites
- 23 accessible sites
- Max RV length 71 ft
Activities: PICNICKING, SWIMMING SITE, WILDLIFE VIEWING, HIKING, FISHING, CAMPING
How much does it cost to camp at Payson Lakes Campground?
Cash, Check, or Scan & Pay (with recreation.gov app). 71 single sites - $31.00, capacity - 8 people + 1 vehicle. 10 double sites - $62.00, capacity - 16 people + 2 vehicle. 2 glamping sites - $119.00, capacity - 8 people (deposit required) + 1 vehicle. 1 group site (A) - $305.00, capacity - 100 people + 20 vehicle. 2 groups sites (B & C) - $214.00, capacity - 75 people + 15 vehicle. Day Use - $15.00. Extra Vehicle - $10.00 per vehicle (paid on-site cash/check). Firewood - $9.00. Payson Lakes Season Day Use Pass - $60.00.
Fee details as listed on Recreation.gov. Rates and passes change by season, so confirm the current price on Recreation.gov before you book.