Is Santaquin Canyon still closed?

The Santaquin Canyon is currently closed to vehicles due to damage to the road from a major landslide.

Why is Santaquin Canyon closed?

SANTAQUIN, Utah – The U.S. Forest Service has closed Santaquin Canyon Road indefinitely after a mudslide brought down a wall of debris and damaged the road. The Forest Service said the closure is necessary for public safety due to the high water flow coming down the canyon and debris covering the road.

Is Santaquin Canyon open?

Area Status: Closed The Santaquin Canyon road is paved, but very steep and narrow. There are hiking, bird watching, river fishing and wildlife viewing opportunities.

Can you swim in Payson Lakes?

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.

Is there cell service at Payson Lakes?

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.

What kind of fish are in Payson Lake?

They hold a population of brook trout that are stocked periodically as fingerlings, as well as rainbow trout that are stocked often as catchable sized fish. Payson Lakes are very popular summer destinations for swimming, canoeing, fishing and camping.

Is Payson Lakes Open 2020?

Area Status: Open Payson Lakes Campground is situated in stands of aspen and fir trees.

Is the Nebo Loop Open 2020?

Nebo Loop is NOT closed.

Can you fish at Payson Lakes?

11 miles up Payson Canyon well known as the Mount Nebo Scenic Loop, you will come to Payson Lakes. These lakes offer an abundance of outdoor activities, including fishing, swimming, picnicking, camping, wildlife viewing and more.

Is the road to Payson Lakes open?

Area Status: Open 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.

Is Nebo Scenic Loop Open?

Nebo Loop is NOT closed. We went thru the Nephi side. At the start of the drive there is an ‘interpretive center’ with maps that displayed various stops along the route. Be sure to stop at the ‘Devils Kitchen’.

What type of fish are in Payson Lakes?

Fish Species:

• Brook Trout.
• Rainbow Trout.