Walton Lake
Walton Lake day use
Options to tent camp near the lake
Day Use sites are available for you
RV camping site

About Walton Lake

Walton Lake Campground may be the best-known location in the Ochoco National Forest, offering a serene setting among old-growth Ponderosa pine and mountain meadows. Most sites offer sweeping lake views.

Available sites

17 total sites

Seasonal information

2026 (Current year)

2026 Season availability

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Campground Amenities

Water and Hygiene

Water and Hygiene

  • Potable Water
Water Access

Water Access

  • Lake Access
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Rates, Sites & Availability

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17 Sites Available

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🚐 001, Loop: AREA WALTON LAKE RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 003, Loop: AREA WALTON LAKE RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 004, Loop: AREA WALTON LAKE RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 006, Loop: AREA WALTON LAKE RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 007, Loop: AREA WALTON LAKE RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 010, Loop: AREA WALTON LAKE RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 012, Loop: AREA WALTON LAKE RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 013, Loop: AREA WALTON LAKE RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 016, Loop: AREA WALTON LAKE RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
⛺ 020, Loop: AREA WALTON LAKE Tent
Paved · Pet Friendly · Campfire
⛺ 023, Loop: AREA WALTON LAKE Tent
Paved · Pet Friendly · Campfire
🚐 026, Loop: AREA WALTON LAKE RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 027, Loop: AREA WALTON LAKE RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 028, Loop: AREA WALTON LAKE RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 030, Loop: AREA WALTON LAKE RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 Large Group Site, Loop: AREA WALTON LAKE RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel
🚐 Small Group Site, Loop: AREA WALTON LAKE RV
Pet Friendly · Paved

Reviews

171 reviews

Summary

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Walton Lake is a beloved camping destination known for its beautiful scenery, clean facilities, and friendly camp hosts, Tony and Karen, who provide excellent service. Visitors appreciate the fishing opportunities, wildlife observation, and well-maintained trails around the lake, making it a perfect spot for families and nature lovers. While some faced challenges due to smoke from nearby wildfires and water issues, overall experiences are positive, with many planning to return for future visits.

Based on guest feedback

4.5

Overall rating

Based on 171 reviews

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4 stars 22.8% (39)
3 stars 5.3% (9)
2 stars 4.1% (7)
1 star 2.3% (4)

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Kathy D

Verified

June 22, 2022 Stayed at: 026, Loop: AREA WALTON LAKE

The camp itself is excellent. The reservation system is terrible. Through no fault of the camp host, the reservation list was wrong everyday we were there. Our space, for which we had a confirmed reservation, was twice in other peoples names which had to be straightened out. I was thankful I had printed a copy of the reservation. Also, it’s hard to see people turned away when a reservation has not been canceled and the space is vacant for a week. The stated policy of opening a space if the reserved space is not filled by noon the day after the original date should be followed.

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William J

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June 17, 2022 Stayed at: 006, Loop: AREA WALTON LAKE

What can you say about paradise. Great scenery. Quite. And stocked trout that are just begging to be in your frying pan. Now the best part. No cell service!!! We were in site #6 that is a reserved level pull through with lake views. The hosts are friendly and keep the place spotless. There is potable water available but like most National Forest campgrounds there are no rv hookups. There is a good mix of reserved and non-reserved sites so don't be afraid to try your luck and drop in on a weekday.

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Jeff H

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June 14, 2022 Stayed at: 020, Loop: AREA WALTON LAKE

The campground hosts, John and Ann are awesome. John greeted me warmly as soon as I arrived. Later that 1st evening Ann drove by the site, stopped and asked if I needed anything. They keep the campground and facilities very clean.

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Chris S

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June 13, 2022 Stayed at: 027, Loop: AREA WALTON LAKE

Clean facilities, friendly staff. Awesome scenery. Fishing was slow, but everything else was great.

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John H

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June 8, 2022 Stayed at: 010, Loop: AREA WALTON LAKE

Cold weather but excellent, pretty place ..very clean and quiet

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brian h

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October 29, 2021 Stayed at: 030, Loop: AREA WALTON LAKE

Had a blast and caught fish. It wasnt too crowded.

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Terry C

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October 17, 2021 Stayed at: 004, Loop: AREA WALTON LAKE

Very quiet campground on a beautiful small lake. Not far from the painted hills, a must see!

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Bethany W

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October 4, 2021 Stayed at: 023, Loop: AREA WALTON LAKE

Overall, the campground, campsite, and lake were beautiful. The campground is well maintained and the hosts are super friendly.

I'm not sure if I missed it when I booked the site, but I wasn't expecting to hike down to our campsite. Granted it wasn't a long "hike" at all, but it was interesting unpacking in the dark... Lol.

My only complaint is that there were lots of screaming children and barking dogs. I thought it would be quieter at the end of September but I guess we picked the wrong weekend for peace and quiet.

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Jana C

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October 4, 2021 Stayed at: 016, Loop: AREA WALTON LAKE

Very clean campgrounds. They took care of the yellow jackets with a trap at every campsite. Beautiful setting!

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Elizabeth R

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September 30, 2021 Stayed at: 003, Loop: AREA WALTON LAKE

Sweet little campground. Helpful camp hosts

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Location & Directions for Walton Lake

Ochoco National Forest, 3160 Ne 3rd St., Prineville, OR 97754 United States

Elevation: 1,585 ft

Nearest town

Prineville, OR - 37 mi

About 53 min to downtown

Policies & Rules

General

  • Horses are not permitted in the campground or on the lake trail. 

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Last updated: October 21, 2026

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