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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5 stars 65.5% (112)
4 stars 22.8% (39)
3 stars 5.3% (9)
2 stars 4.1% (7)
1 star 2.3% (4)

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Jonathan B

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

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

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Erica C

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August 11, 2020 Stayed at: 020, Loop: AREA WALTON LAKE

Tent only sites on the far side of the lake are down a pretty steep hill, especially site 20. The lake is sweet and the trail around it is lovely. Just be prepared to haul your gear up and down a steep hill if you're in a tent only site.

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Carol J

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August 8, 2020 Stayed at: 004, Loop: AREA WALTON LAKE

The camp host was wonderful, though I was surprised when she said she could close all of the restrooms whenever she wanted to because of vandalism in the one by the beach. If that is true please consider all the revenue you will lose from the campers who depend on them.
Also the beach is in dire need of repair. The ground needs to be graded because of all of the cracks running down the beach big enough to sprain you ankle. And so many big rocks It hard to find a flat spot to put down a blanket. Back in the day that was a gorgeous beach flat with sand and the families loved it.
On a bright note the fishing Was very good for everyone

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Scott C

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August 3, 2020 Stayed at: 013, Loop: AREA WALTON LAKE

Walton Lake is a nice little spot in the heart of one of my favorite places in Oregon. Campgrounds were very nice and the camp host Carolyn was truly a pleasure to work with and get to know a little. My wife and her learned a bit about each other, shared a few laughs, tears and maybe a hug or two.

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Dianna D

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July 26, 2020 Stayed at: 016, Loop: AREA WALTON LAKE

The park, the spaces, the hostess, were an absolute amazing experience! The only problem, and I heard it amongst all the fisher people was the lake was fished out, and not many were caught. I was there 9 days, and caught one fish, after fishing twice a day. Stocking this lake would have made my experience superb... especially when you pay over $40.00 for a license. But wow, this is a great spot otherwise!!!

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Teal H

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July 26, 2020 Stayed at: 010, Loop: AREA WALTON LAKE

Absolutely gorgeous. Got there on a hot day but had the breeze from the lake to keep us cool. Lively campsites around us, lots of families and other dogs, but everyone was quiet and respectful at night/ early morning. It did get COLD in the night and we were not expecting how chilly it would be the next morning because of the high temps expected for the afternoon. (Rookies!) Will definitely come again.

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Anthony M

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July 17, 2020 Stayed at: 004, Loop: AREA WALTON LAKE

Great host and campground not crowded (week after July 4th)
Fishing sucked this year.

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James B

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

Walton Lake is a beautiful location. My campsite was clean, large, and relaxing.
Except . . .
The first night of my stay, my neighbors in site 29 were a clan of 15 loud, obnoxious people who had too many tents, too much gear, and too many people for the space available. They communicated only by shouting, and their children were probably nice enough as people, but ran around screaming and making animal noises until 9:00 pm. Bedtime did not deter the adults, however, as they continued shouting and cursing and drinking until well after 12:30 am. It was a relief to see them ushered out the next day. This was the only blemish on an otherwise excellent visit. I will come back again.

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krista C

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June 26, 2020 Stayed at: 028, Loop: AREA WALTON LAKE

Beautiful location, nice walking loop around the lake. Wish we had brought our fishing gear!

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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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