OutReserve

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

Current season
Upcoming seasons
Past seasons
Closed periods
Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec
Currently open - May 22 to Oct 3

Campground Amenities

Water and Hygiene

Water and Hygiene

  • Potable Water
Water Access

Water Access

  • Lake Access
Missing information?

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%
86
4
25.0%
35
3
5.7%
8
2
5.0%
7
1
2.9%
4

Jeanie B

Verified

August 11, 2025 Stayed at: 016, Loop: AREA WALTON LAKE

5

The camp host is fabulous. We always enjoy our time there.

Peter A

Verified

August 7, 2025 Stayed at: 026, Loop: AREA WALTON LAKE

5

This is one of our favorite campgrounds! Wonderful for the kids, bring your fishing poles!

Kellie K

Verified

July 25, 2025 Stayed at: Large Group Site, Loop: AREA WALTON LAKE

5

Beautiful area, nicely kept campground, bathrooms were clean, camp hosts were friendly and very helpful when we had an issue with another set of campers.

Awesome trail around the lake, with another trail that one could take that looped back to the campground. Great lake for fishing, kayaking, floating and swimming. Ample crawdads for your late night campfire snack as well.

We had the large group site...ample room for many tents and vehicles...even had space for a volleyball court.

Be sure to take bug spray, tiki torches, and citronella candles though. You will need them.

Steven P

Verified

July 18, 2025 Stayed at: 006, Loop: AREA WALTON LAKE

4

Walton Lake has always been a favorite spot of our’s for 20 years. Small intimate lake, well stocked with fish.
This year we were over run by dear flys and I have the bites to prove it.

James M

Verified

July 17, 2025 Stayed at: 023, Loop: AREA WALTON LAKE

5

Very beautiful

Terry C

Verified

July 14, 2025 Stayed at: 016, Loop: AREA WALTON LAKE

5

The campsite was very clean. The camp hosts were very informative. Overall a very pleasant experien

Lonn S

Verified

July 3, 2025 Stayed at: 023, Loop: AREA WALTON LAKE

5

Beautiful campground for both small trailers or tent camping. Restrooms super clean.

Dale A

Verified

June 30, 2025 Stayed at: 007, Loop: AREA WALTON LAKE

5

Enjoyed our stay! Good people good times!

Amy B

Verified

June 29, 2025 Stayed at: 023, Loop: AREA WALTON LAKE

5

Peaceful and quiet on the tent-only side. Great hiking, clean restrooms and the best camp hosts around! Thanks to Karen and Tony for taking good care of the sites and helping me with my tire! I appreciate you!

RACHEL C

Verified

June 22, 2025 Stayed at: 003, Loop: AREA WALTON LAKE

5

Beautiful site, clean restrooms, nice hosts and fellow campers - don't miss this wonderful Central Oregon gem!

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. 

Nearby Campgrounds

Nearby destinations


Last updated: June 4, 2026

USDA Forest Service Logo
Managed by USDA Forest Service