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Payson Lakes Cabin

Payson Lakes Cabin is a historic Guard Station nestled at 8,000 feet in the Uinta-Wasatch-Cache National Forest, offering overnight accommodations for up to 8 guests in a main cabin and bunkhouse with bunk beds.

The location provides excellent access to fishing and non-motorized paddling on three nearby lakes (McClelland, Box, and Big East), with a paved nature trail circling Big East Lake and a day-use area featuring a swim beach.

Reservations are required with a 2-night minimum stay, and guests must bring their own bedding and supplies as there is no potable water on-site.


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