2017 Map of Payson Lakes

About this map

Uinta National Forest lands dominate the high elevations of the Wasatch Range south of Payson, where a complex system of canyons and reservoirs defines the drainage pattern. The landscape is marked by the steep descents of Payson Canyon and Loafer Canyon, which funnel water toward the northern settlements. Modern developments like Woodland Hills and Santaquin Meadows sit on the fringe of the rugged mountain front, while the interior is managed for recreation and resource conservation. Notable water features such as Payson Lakes, Pete Winward Reservoir, and the Dry Lake Reservoir are connected by the winding Nebo Loop road, providing access to landmarks like Amos Backbone and the Grotto. The map details the transition from residential periphery to protected forest wilderness, tracing the legacy of irrigation and water management through numerous springs and creeks.