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Walton Lake Sno-Park is located off of Forest Service Road 22 and provides access to a variety of winter activities. There are two parking areas; the lower provides immediate access to the network of cross-country ski trails, and the larger upper area that provides immediate access to the warming hut and restroom. The greatest concentration of snowmobile trails on the Ochoco National Forest can be accessed from the upper parking lot. Additionally, there is a small hilly area next to the upper parking area that is good for sledding and tubing. Walton Sno-Park is ideal for snowmobile enthusiasts, as well as anyone who is looking to participate in more than one kind of winter recreation and does not mind roads that are maintained less in the winter. Be advised: Plowing of the FS 22 Road only occurs approximately once per week and there are few adequate places to turn around, so access may be difficult. In addition, early season plowing extends outside the road bed to allow room for the snow that accumulates throughout the season, so please be aware and drive with caution. View a map of Nordic ski trails at Walton Sno-Park . View the Snowmobile Trail Map .
From Prineville, Oregon: Travel approximately 15 miles east on Highway 26. Turn right at the junction to Walton Lake and Big Summit Prairie (County Road 123). Continue for approximately 8 miles to the junction of Forest Service Road 22 and Forest Service Road 42. Turn left onto Forest Service Road 22 and proceed approximately 7 miles to Walton Lake. Walton Lake Campground will be on your left, but continue on Forest Service Road 22 for another 1/2 mile. Walton Lake Sno-Park will be on your right.
Very cute log cabin with wood burning stove. Made a fire and warmed up a bit while visiting with a couple greater friends. Definitely going to have to visit again.
We camped here during the summer. It's a large area with a pond and dirt bike trails. Fun for all!
Good central area to park from where to hike, snowshoe, or snowmobile. There is a cabin with a wood stove. We got our Christmas tree from this area, too.
