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)

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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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Price
🚐 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

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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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SHARON J

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August 17, 2025 Stayed at: 030, Loop: AREA WALTON LAKE

We had a wonderful Campsite and the camp hosts were fantastic.
Because of a planned detour that I was made aware of, I still took a wrong turn and a very bumpy ride, but were rewarded with sheep grazing under the watchful eye of the sheepherders.
We choose Walton Lake as it was fairly close to the John Day Fossil Beds which I have a years ago connection with. The Sheep Rock Unit is my favorite and the new Interpretive Center is excellent.

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Jeanie B

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

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

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Peter A

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

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

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Kellie K

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

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.

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Steven P

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

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.

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Terry C

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

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

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Lonn S

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

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

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Amy B

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

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!

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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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