Walton Lake

Ochoco National Forest, 3160 Ne 3rd St., Prineville, Oregon, United States
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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
RV Sites 15 sites Check Availability Tent Sites 2 sites Check Availability

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

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

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Susan C

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August 30, 2021 Stayed at: 016, Loop: AREA WALTON LAKE

Beautiful little lake and campground. Only a few campsites were occupied on Sunday evening, 8/22. Weather was perfect; no smoke.

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Glenda K

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September 2, 2021 Stayed at: 026, Loop: AREA WALTON LAKE

Walton Lake never disappoints. It is a wonderful place to camp. Large sites. Host does a great job maintaining the campground.

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John S

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September 6, 2021 Stayed at: Large Group Site, Loop: AREA WALTON LAKE

We usually go to Walton Lake every summer. Always enojiyable. This summer the bathrooms neary ran oit of toilet paper on one of the days the camp hosts had off - one bathroom had part of one roll thanks to either a kind camper or a day use visitor. Bless them! On both Sunday afternoon/evenings we were there, all of the garbage cans were moved out of the campsite and day use areas and placed near the hosts' campsite for pick up by the sanitation company on Monday. Not the worse thing, but a real inconvience to have to carry trash bags the extra distance. Can't (won't) the sanitation truck drive thru the campground and pick up the cans like happens at most all other campgrounds?

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James T

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September 14, 2021 Stayed at: 010, Loop: AREA WALTON LAKE

We spent two nights at Walton Lake just before the Labor Day rush so it was quiet and peaceful. Enjoyed fishing, hiking and the nice weather.

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William M

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September 25, 2021 Stayed at: 027, Loop: AREA WALTON LAKE

Walton lake is an outstanding place to visit with one exception, the federal section of the campground does not have any additional water or grey water dumps after you clean your daily’ catch. A fish cleaning station would be an outstanding adition to the campground

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Eric B

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September 27, 2021 Stayed at: 004, Loop: AREA WALTON LAKE

Very nice campground! Quite and a nice view of the lake

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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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Ochoco Forest Camp
Closed for Season

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Ochoco Forest Camp is located in the Ochoco Mountain range near Lookout Mountain, featuring a group picnic pavilion and campsites. A meadow and fire ring are ideal for events like weddings and family reunions. Wild horses can occasionally be spott...

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Closed for Season

Campground / RV park

Ochoco Divide Group Site

Prineville, OR

The Ochoco Divide Group Site is a scenic camping area located at 4.7 ft. elevation along State Highway 26, ideal for travelers by bicycle or car. Situated on a hill away from the road, it offers a peaceful retreat during the pleasant summer months...

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Ochoco Ranger Rental

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Last updated: October 21, 2026

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