Oregon · published-coordinate region
Walton Lake
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USDA Forest Service32Supported overnight records
3Published site categories
32Sites with a reported party limit
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A closer look at the campground
Overview
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.Recreation
Visitors can choose to spend their vacation relaxing by fishing on the shore of Walton Lake, or swimming and paddling in the water. There is a swimming beach, fishing pier and boat ramp for small self powered craft, and the lake is stocked with rainbow trout.There are also many trails nearby for those who would like to explore on foot or mountain bike. This includes the 7.5-mile multi-use Round Mountain Trail as well as the 1-mile Walton Lake Trail, which offers many scenic views around the lake.
Facilities
There are paved parking spurs, picnic tables and fire rings with grills at each single site. The campistes resiside on the South Side best for large RV's while the North side is best for car and tent camping. Vault toilets are available in both sections of the camp, and a solar powered water pump for drinking water is located in the south shore section. Look for water signs to guide you located near the entrance. There are two group sites that have three tables and a fire ring at each. These sites can accommodate three to four RVs, and there are several tent pitching spots available.There are accessible accomodating campsites and vault toilets in the south shore section of the camp though everyone is welcome to rent them.
Natural Features
Walton Lake is a blue sparkling jewel hidden within the dense forest. A small dam impounds spring-fed water that seeps from surrounding sloped meadows. Fishing is a favorite activity while hiking is very popular as is simply enjoying a picnic at the lake.Aspen and tall willows add habitat diversity to make this place especially attractive to wildlife. This is a place to find white-headed woodpecker, belted kingfisher, spotted sandpiper, cinnamon teal, American coot, Steller's jay, yellow-headed blackbird and Brewer's blackbird.
Nearby Attractions
For visitors seeking a bit of civilization, the city of Prineville is nearby. There are opportunities to shop, dine out, golf, attend events and visit the localmuseum. For those wanting to explore the Ochoco National Forest, Lookout Mt and Round Mt are great places to hike and Mt bike. Wild flowers are abundant at the Big Summit Prairie where occasional antelope, elk and deer are sometimes seen.
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How much is documented?
Reported fields across the 32 supported campsite records here. A reported value can still need interpretation; missing values remain unknown in the planner.
Party limit
32
Vehicle limit
32
Vehicle length
32
Driveway entry
30
Shade
32
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The campsite mix
Standard Nonelectric
24
Tent Only Nonelectric
6
Group Standard Nonelectric
2
Operator directions
From Prineville, Oregon, take Highway 26 east for 16 miles. Turn right at the junction to Walton Lake and Big Summit Prairie (County Road 23) and travel 9 miles to Forest Service Road 22. Turn left and proceed approximately 7 miles to Walton Lake. The campground will be on the left.
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THE ACTUAL SITES
32 published campsite records
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View all 32 published site records
| SITE / LOOP | TYPE | EQUIPMENT LIMITS | PEOPLE / VEHICLES | DRIVEWAY | ELECTRIC / SHADE |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Site 001 AREA WALTON LAKE Source updated: 2025-12-05 | Standard Nonelectric | Rv: 40 ft Tent: 40 ft Trailer: 40 ft Numeric screening only | 6 people 1 vehicles | Back-In 50 (raw length) | Not reported Shade: Yes |
| Site 002 AREA WALTON LAKE Source updated: 2025-12-05 | Standard Nonelectric | Rv: 40 ft Tent: 40 ft Trailer: 40 ft Numeric screening only | 6 people 1 vehicles | Back-In 50 (raw length) | Not reported Shade: Yes |
| Site 003 AREA WALTON LAKE Source updated: 2025-12-05 | Standard Nonelectric | Rv: 40 ft Tent: 40 ft Trailer: 40 ft Numeric screening only | 6 people 1 vehicles | Back-In 50 (raw length) | Not reported Shade: Yes |
| Site 004 AREA WALTON LAKE Source updated: 2025-12-05 | Standard Nonelectric | Rv: 40 ft Tent: 40 ft Trailer: 40 ft Numeric screening only | 6 people 1 vehicles | Back-In 50 (raw length) | Not reported Shade: Yes |
| Site 005 AREA WALTON LAKE Source updated: 2025-12-05 | Standard Nonelectric | Rv: 40 ft Tent: 40 ft Trailer: 40 ft Numeric screening only | 6 people 1 vehicles | Back-In 50 (raw length) | Not reported Shade: Yes |
| Site 006 AREA WALTON LAKE Source updated: 2025-12-05 | Standard Nonelectric | Rv: 40 ft Tent: 40 ft Trailer: 40 ft Numeric screening only | 6 people 1 vehicles | Back-In 50 (raw length) | Not reported Shade: Yes |
| Site 007 AREA WALTON LAKE Source updated: 2025-12-05 | Standard Nonelectric | Rv: 40 ft Tent: 40 ft Trailer: 40 ft Numeric screening only | 6 people 1 vehicles | Back-In 50 (raw length) | Not reported Shade: Yes |
| Site 008 AREA WALTON LAKE Source updated: 2025-12-05 | Standard Nonelectric | Rv: 40 ft Tent: 40 ft Trailer: 40 ft Numeric screening only | 6 people 1 vehicles | Back-In 50 (raw length) | Not reported Shade: Yes |
| Site 009 AREA WALTON LAKE Source updated: 2025-12-05 | Standard Nonelectric | Rv: 40 ft Tent: 40 ft Trailer: 40 ft Numeric screening only | 6 people 1 vehicles | Back-In 50 (raw length) | Not reported Shade: Yes |
| Site 010 AREA WALTON LAKE Source updated: 2025-12-05 | Standard Nonelectric | Rv: 40 ft Tent: 40 ft Trailer: 40 ft Numeric screening only | 6 people 1 vehicles | Back-In 50 (raw length) | Not reported Shade: Yes |
| Site 011 AREA WALTON LAKE Source updated: 2025-12-05 | Standard Nonelectric | Rv: 40 ft Tent: 40 ft Trailer: 40 ft Numeric screening only | 6 people 1 vehicles | Back-In 50 (raw length) | Not reported Shade: Yes |
| Site 012 AREA WALTON LAKE Source updated: 2025-12-05 | Standard Nonelectric | Rv: 40 ft Tent: 40 ft Trailer: 40 ft Numeric screening only | 6 people 1 vehicles | Back-In 50 (raw length) | Not reported Shade: Yes |
| Site 013 AREA WALTON LAKE Source updated: 2025-12-05 | Standard Nonelectric | Rv: 40 ft Tent: 40 ft Trailer: 40 ft Numeric screening only | 6 people 1 vehicles | Back-In 50 (raw length) | Not reported Shade: Yes |
| Site 014 AREA WALTON LAKE Source updated: 2025-12-05 | Standard Nonelectric | Rv: 40 ft Tent: 40 ft Trailer: 40 ft Numeric screening only | 6 people 1 vehicles | Back-In 50 (raw length) | Not reported Shade: Yes |
| Site 015 AREA WALTON LAKE Source updated: 2025-12-05 | Standard Nonelectric | Rv: 40 ft Tent: 40 ft Trailer: 40 ft Numeric screening only | 6 people 1 vehicles | Back-In 50 (raw length) | Not reported Shade: Yes |
| Site 016 AREA WALTON LAKE Source updated: 2025-12-05 | Standard Nonelectric | Rv: 40 ft Tent: 40 ft Trailer: 40 ft Numeric screening only | 6 people 1 vehicles | Back-In 50 (raw length) | Not reported Shade: Yes |
| Site 017 AREA WALTON LAKE Source updated: 2026-07-01 | Standard Nonelectric | Rv: 40 ft Tent: 40 ft Trailer: 40 ft Numeric screening only | 6 people 1 vehicles | Back-In 50 (raw length) | Not reported Shade: Yes |
| Site 018 AREA WALTON LAKE Source updated: 2026-07-03 | Standard Nonelectric | Rv: 40 ft Tent: 40 ft Trailer: 40 ft Numeric screening only | 6 people 1 vehicles | Back-In 50 (raw length) | Not reported Shade: Yes |
| Site 019 AREA WALTON LAKE Source updated: 2026-07-01 | Standard Nonelectric | Rv: 40 ft Tent: 40 ft Trailer: 40 ft Numeric screening only | 6 people 1 vehicles | Back-In 50 (raw length) | Not reported Shade: Yes |
| Site 020 AREA WALTON LAKE Source updated: 2025-12-05 | Tent Only Nonelectric | Tent: 24 ft Numeric screening only | 6 people 1 vehicles | Pull-Through 25 (raw length) | Not reported Shade: Yes |
| Site 021 AREA WALTON LAKE Source updated: 2025-12-05 | Tent Only Nonelectric | Tent: 24 ft Numeric screening only | 6 people 1 vehicles | Pull-Through 25 (raw length) | Not reported Shade: Yes |
| Site 022 AREA WALTON LAKE Source updated: 2025-12-05 | Tent Only Nonelectric | Tent: 24 ft Numeric screening only | 6 people 1 vehicles | Pull-Through 25 (raw length) | Not reported Shade: Yes |
| Site 023 AREA WALTON LAKE Source updated: 2025-12-05 | Tent Only Nonelectric | Tent: 24 ft Numeric screening only | 6 people 1 vehicles | Pull-Through 25 (raw length) | Not reported Shade: Yes |
| Site 024 AREA WALTON LAKE Source updated: 2025-12-05 | Tent Only Nonelectric | Tent: 24 ft Numeric screening only | 6 people 1 vehicles | Pull-Through 25 (raw length) | Not reported Shade: Yes |
| Site 025 AREA WALTON LAKE Source updated: 2025-12-05 | Tent Only Nonelectric | Tent: 24 ft Numeric screening only | 6 people 1 vehicles | Pull-Through 25 (raw length) | Not reported Shade: Yes |
| Site 026 AREA WALTON LAKE Source updated: 2025-12-05 | Standard Nonelectric | Rv: 24 ft Tent: 24 ft Trailer: 24 ft Numeric screening only | 6 people 1 vehicles | Back-In 25 (raw length) | Not reported Shade: Yes |
| Site 027 AREA WALTON LAKE Source updated: 2025-12-05 | Standard Nonelectric | Rv: 24 ft Tent: 24 ft Trailer: 24 ft Numeric screening only | 6 people 1 vehicles | Back-In 25 (raw length) | Not reported Shade: Yes |
| Site 028 AREA WALTON LAKE Source updated: 2025-12-05 | Standard Nonelectric | Rv: 24 ft Tent: 24 ft Trailer: 24 ft Numeric screening only | 6 people 1 vehicles | Back-In 25 (raw length) | Not reported Shade: Yes |
| Site 029 AREA WALTON LAKE Source updated: 2025-12-05 | Standard Nonelectric | Rv: 24 ft Tent: 24 ft Trailer: 24 ft Numeric screening only | 6 people 1 vehicles | Back-In 25 (raw length) | Not reported Shade: Yes |
| Site 030 AREA WALTON LAKE Source updated: 2025-12-05 | Standard Nonelectric | Rv: 16 ft Tent: 16 ft Trailer: 16 ft Numeric screening only | 6 people 1 vehicles | Back-In 25 (raw length) | Not reported Shade: Yes |
| Site Large Group Site AREA WALTON LAKE Source updated: 2025-12-05 | Group Standard Nonelectric | Rv: 70 ft Tent: 70 ft Trailer: 70 ft Numeric screening only | 35 people 6 vehicles | Not reported Not reported | Not reported Shade: Yes |
| Site Small Group Site AREA WALTON LAKE Source updated: 2025-12-05 | Group Standard Nonelectric | Rv: 70 ft Tent: 70 ft Trailer: 70 ft Numeric screening only | 35 people 6 vehicles | Not reported Not reported | Not reported Shade: Yes |
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