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Walton Lake

Walton Lake day use

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.

Number of accommodations: 17

Seasonal information

2026 (Current year)

2026 Season availability

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Currently open - May 22 to Oct 3

Campground Amenities

Water and Hygiene

Water and Hygiene

  • Potable Water
Water Access

Water Access

  • Lake Access
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Rates, Sites & Availability

Select check-in and check-out dates to see real-time availability for each site.

17 Sites Available

Site
Price
🚐 001, Loop: AREA WALTON LAKE
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 003, Loop: AREA WALTON LAKE
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 004, Loop: AREA WALTON LAKE
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 006, Loop: AREA WALTON LAKE
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 007, Loop: AREA WALTON LAKE
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 010, Loop: AREA WALTON LAKE
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 012, Loop: AREA WALTON LAKE
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 013, Loop: AREA WALTON LAKE
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 016, Loop: AREA WALTON LAKE
No Hookups
Price not available
020, Loop: AREA WALTON LAKE
6 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
Price not available
023, Loop: AREA WALTON LAKE
6 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
Price not available
🚐 026, Loop: AREA WALTON LAKE
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 027, Loop: AREA WALTON LAKE
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 028, Loop: AREA WALTON LAKE
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 030, Loop: AREA WALTON LAKE
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 Large Group Site, Loop: AREA WALTON LAKE
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 Small Group Site, Loop: AREA WALTON LAKE
No Hookups
Price not available

Reviews (140)

What Guests Are Saying

Walton Lake is highly praised for its beautiful setting, clean facilities, and friendly camp hosts, making it a favorite campground for many families. Visitors enjoy the peaceful atmosphere, well-maintained restrooms, and ample opportunities for fishing and hiking. While some encountered issues like road detours and temporary water outages, the overall experience remains positive, with many planning to return.

Review Summary

4.4
140 reviews
5
61.4%
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4
25.0%
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3
5.7%
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5.0%
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2.9%
4

Chris W

Verified

October 17, 2020 Stayed at: 028, Loop: AREA WALTON LAKE

4

Too many people now know about this lake, when I was a kid you could come up any day of the week and find a spot. Needs to be catch and release only, not monitored and people taking home more than their limits of fish. Fly fishing only, saw lots of dead fish around the bank from bank fisherman ripping out the power bait hooks,

Richard R

Verified

October 17, 2020 Stayed at: 027, Loop: AREA WALTON LAKE

5

Lovely little lake. Nice paved, level RV sites. Great mountain biking and kayaking. We had a great time even though we don't fish or hunt.

Brigitte C

Verified

October 9, 2020 Stayed at: 028, Loop: AREA WALTON LAKE

5

Location great, campground clean a d quiet. Did not use facilities

Glenda K

Verified

October 8, 2020 Stayed at: 028, Loop: AREA WALTON LAKE

3

We really enjoy this campground every year.

Joshua J

Verified

September 21, 2020 Stayed at: 020, Loop: AREA WALTON LAKE

2

Only 1 water spigot. Cattle graze well into the campground. Some campsites are a decent walk away from where you can park your car, making heavy gear typically used while car camping a pain to lug back and forth. Noticeable traffic noise, maybe from logging in the area?

Dennis A

Verified

September 20, 2020 Stayed at: 001, Loop: AREA WALTON LAKE

4

Camp Host was friendly and helpful. Facilities were kept clean.

Kristina G

Verified

September 12, 2020 Stayed at: 027, Loop: AREA WALTON LAKE

5

This is a beautiful campground! It was quiet/peaceful, gorgeous, clean, and had abundant (kid-friendly) wildlife. The lake in August did not look very inviting as far as swimming was concerned, but we fished and paddleboarded everyday. Site 27 did not have enough shade for us, it was too hot in the afternoon, so next time we'll choose a different one.

Steve E

Verified

August 30, 2020 Stayed at: 023, Loop: AREA WALTON LAKE

4

First time visitor so wasn’t sure about the various sites. Stayed in our tent in the RV side while the kids and grandkids ended up on the tent side. Only there for 1 night so not a big deal but the generator noise was noticeable for us, none for the kids. Lake was great, having a doe and her fawn walk through our camp was spectacular and splashing in the lake a blast. Yellowjackets were as expected, numerous and hungry for our food in late Aug. We’ll plan better on our next trip and look forward to bringing our kayaks as well to better enjoy the lake waters.

Chelsea O

Verified

August 23, 2020 Stayed at: 027, Loop: AREA WALTON LAKE

5

Very clean bathroom and site. Lovely lake and quiet campground. Camp host is wonderful!

Jonathan B

Verified

August 17, 2020 Stayed at: 001, Loop: AREA WALTON LAKE

5

Campground host was the best... kept everything clean and everyone inline with a smile. Chipmunks were good companions and love the eagle that flew gracefully overhead

Location Walton Lake

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

Latitude & Longitude: 44.4331 / -120.337

Elevation: 1585 feet

Policies & Rules

General

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

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Last updated: June 4, 2026

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